Trafalgar Park
Trafalgar Park is a free neighbourhood park at Gladstone Street and Stuart Street, Newport, whose standout feature is a playground upgraded in September 2024. It has separate junior and senior play areas, an expanded swing zone and a nature-play area, set in open parkland among mature trees.
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About Trafalgar Park
Playground at Trafalgar Park
Trafalgar Park has a junior play area for toddlers and preschool-aged children, with a low-level play structure, a slide, a shop counter for role play, and noughts and crosses. The senior play area at Trafalgar Park suits children aged 6–10 and has a larger climbing frame, a rock-climbing wall, ladders and monkey bars. The expanded swing zone has a flat swing, a high-back toddler swing and a basket swing. A nature-play area sits next to the structured equipment, and a small circuit path lets young children ride bikes or scooters. The play zones are surfaced with rubber softfall, synthetic grass and mulch.
Parkland and Picnic Areas at Trafalgar Park
Trafalgar Park sits within open parkland surrounded by mature trees, and every existing tree was retained and protected during the playground renewal. Re-landscaped areas at Trafalgar Park include sandstone terracing, new seating and picnic furniture, which make the park a practical spot for a family picnic. Trafalgar Park also has a drinking fountain, a sun shade and new park signage.
Facilities at Trafalgar Park
Visitor tips for Trafalgar Park
- ✓Expect school-age visitors at peak times, as students from Newport Public School use the playground regularly.
Getting to Trafalgar Park
Trafalgar Park is at Gladstone Street and Stuart Street, Newport NSW 2106, next to Newport Public School. Stuart Street forms the park's western boundary, and the park has a car park.
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- 📍Newport Public School
- 📍Trafalgar Square
Frequently asked questions about Trafalgar Park
Is Trafalgar Park good for toddlers?
Yes, the junior play area is built for toddlers and preschoolers, and one of the swings has a high back for little ones.
Are there toilets at Trafalgar Park?
No, toilets are not currently planned or budgeted for the park, so plan a stop elsewhere.
Is Trafalgar Park lit at night?
No, lighting is not currently planned for the park, so it is best visited in daylight.
Where do I park at Trafalgar Park?
Trafalgar Park has its own car park.
Is Trafalgar Park free, and when is it open?
Entry is free, and the park is open every day.