Bell Reserve
Bell Reserve is a landscaped pocket park at 188 Croydon Road, Croydon NSW 2132, managed by Inner West Council. Its standout feature is the landscaped garden with original trees from Betty Bell's former garden, alongside picnic tables and an informal play space.
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About Bell Reserve
Heritage Garden at Bell Reserve
Bell Reserve preserves heritage elements from Betty Bell's former home, 'Balmoral'. Bell Reserve has original trees from Betty Bell's garden still growing on the site. Bell Reserve has its original front brick wall and gates, along with a door knocker and house numbers from the house. Bell Reserve also has a wash tub and plant pots from her garden on site. Betty Bell (1923–2015) bequeathed the land to Council, asking that it be maintained as an open space reserve. Bell Reserve has a landscaped garden that forms part of its character as a community space.
Picnic Tables and Seating at Bell Reserve
Bell Reserve has picnic tables for visitors to eat and gather. Bell Reserve has benches for sitting and resting. Bell Reserve has new seating and picnic tables installed during its recent development. Bell Reserve has a drinking fountain on site. Bell Reserve has a shelter area that provides cover for visitors. Bell Reserve offers passive recreation and rest areas for quiet visits. Trees, a shelter and a rain garden form part of the park's features.
Informal Play Space and Paths at Bell Reserve
Bell Reserve has an informal play space for children to play and explore. Bell Reserve has pathways running through the park. Bell Reserve has trees and plantings along its pathways, which form part of the landscaped setting. Bell Reserve has a rain garden among its features. Bell Reserve offers an inclusive community space that celebrates the site's history. Bell Reserve was opened to the community in 2021 after its house was demolished in September 2019.
Facilities at Bell Reserve
Visitor tips for Bell Reserve
- ✓Look for the original trees from Betty Bell's garden, which remain on the site.
- ✓Find the original front brick wall and gates, plus the door knocker and house numbers from her former home, Balmoral.
- ✓Use the drinking fountain on site.
- ✓Bring a picnic to eat at the picnic tables or in the shelter area.
- ✓Check the wash tub and plant pots from Betty Bell's garden that remain on site.
- ✓Booking enquiries for Bell Reserve can be made through Inner West Council.
Getting to Bell Reserve
Bell Reserve is located at 188 Croydon Road, Croydon NSW 2132.
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Does Bell Reserve have a playground, and what equipment is there?
Bell Reserve has an informal play space for children rather than a formal playground. The informal play space is designed for children to play and explore. Pathways, trees and a shelter area are also located within the park.
What family facilities are available at Bell Reserve in Croydon?
Bell Reserve has benches, a drinking fountain, picnic tables and a shelter area. It also has an informal play space and pathways through the park. The landscaped garden includes original trees from Betty Bell's garden.
Is Bell Reserve good for a picnic with a large group?
Bell Reserve has picnic tables on site. A shelter area is also available within the park. The park's benches and landscaped garden add further space for visitors to gather.
What sports or recreation facilities does Bell Reserve have?
Bell Reserve has benches, a drinking fountain, picnic tables, a landscaped garden and an informal play space. It also has pathways, trees, a shelter area and a rain garden. Passive recreation and rest areas are part of the park's design.
Are there walking paths or running tracks at Bell Reserve?
Bell Reserve has pathways running through the park. Trees and plantings line the pathways as part of the landscaped setting. The pathways connect the park's benches, picnic tables and garden areas.
What makes Bell Reserve in Croydon different from other parks in the area?
Bell Reserve is a new pocket park created on land that Betty Bell left to Council. It retains original trees from her garden, the original front brick wall and gates, and a door knocker and house numbers from her former home. These heritage elements set the park apart as a space that celebrates the site's history.