Peg Paterson Park
Peg Paterson Park is a neighbourhood park on Mary Street in Rhodes, named after Rhodes community stalwart Peg Paterson. Its most notable feature is a children's playground with a slippery dip and swings, which makes it a handy play stop for young families living among the surrounding apartments.
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About Peg Paterson Park
Playground and Giant Chess at Peg Paterson Park
Peg Paterson Park has a children's playground that opened in March 2012 as part of the Rhodes Urban Renewal program. Alongside the slippery dip and swings, the playground holds other play equipment suited to young children. Peg Paterson Park also has a giant chess board whose movable pieces visitors can pick up and carry around the grounds. City of Canada Bay Council manages this neighbourhood playground, a simple, low-key play space for families in the nearby apartments.
Open Grass and Walking Paths at Peg Paterson Park
Peg Paterson Park has open grassed areas crossed by walking paths, and the paths form a pedestrian shortcut to the Rhodes shopping centre, so people walking between home and the shops often pass through. Peg Paterson Park is a quiet oasis within the high-density apartment setting of Rhodes. Apartment buildings surround the park, so the grass receives limited sunshine during the day. The water is a minute's walk away for waterfront views.
Facilities at Peg Paterson Park
Visitor tips for Peg Paterson Park
- ✓Pick a calmer day to visit, as the park can be breezy.
Getting to Peg Paterson Park
Mary Street, Rhodes NSW 2138.
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- 📍Rhodes shopping centre
Frequently asked questions about Peg Paterson Park
Does Peg Paterson Park have a playground?
Yes, a children's playground with a slippery dip, swings and other equipment has been there since March 2012.
Is Peg Paterson Park good for toddlers?
Yes, the slippery dip and swings suit young children, and the open grass suits young families.
Are there walking paths at Peg Paterson Park?
Yes, paths cross the park and lead through to the Rhodes shopping centre.
What else can you do at Peg Paterson Park?
Visitors can play outdoor chess with giant pieces, or walk a minute to the water for views.