Harry Gapes Reserve

Harry Gapes Reserve is a sports ground at 54 Wolseley Street, Merrylands. Its most notable feature is its cricket and soccer fields with floodlighting for night training, and the reserve also has change rooms, a kiosk, a playground, BBQ facilities and open green space for picnics.

Best for

Playground visitsFamily picnicsGroup BBQ eventsSports training and matchesWalking and cycling

About Harry Gapes Reserve

Sports Fields and Floodlighting at Harry Gapes Reserve

Harry Gapes Reserve has cricket fields and soccer fields, and floodlighting on the grounds lets teams train at night. Change rooms serve players using the fields, and a kiosk on site offers refreshments and supplies. A 6-metre high ball stop fence, installed in October 2024, stops balls from going over the perimeter fencing. The playing surface is in good condition, which suits both competitive and casual play.

Playground and Picnic Areas at Harry Gapes Reserve

Harry Gapes Reserve has a playground for children and open green spaces that suit picnics, outdoor activities and relaxation. BBQ facilities let families and groups cook a meal on site, which makes the reserve a practical venue for group gatherings and family events. Toilets are available for public use, which helps when a family visit with young children runs to a few hours.

Facilities at Harry Gapes Reserve

🛝Playground

🔥BBQ Facilities

🚻Toilets

💧Drinking Water✗

🅿️Parking

🍽️Picnic Tables

🏃Walking Paths

🏅Sports Fields

🐕Dogs on leash

• Cricket fields with floodlighting • Soccer fields with floodlighting • 6-metre high ball stop fence • Change rooms • Kiosk • Playground • BBQ facilities • Toilets • Walking and cycling paths

Visitor tips for Harry Gapes Reserve

✓Bring sun protection, as the grounds have little shade and no shading structures.

Getting to Harry Gapes Reserve

Harry Gapes Reserve is at 54 Wolseley Street, Merrylands NSW 2160, and has on-site parking.

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Frequently asked questions about Harry Gapes Reserve

Is there a playground at Harry Gapes Reserve?

Yes, Harry Gapes Reserve has a playground for kids.

What sports can you play at Harry Gapes Reserve?

Cricket and soccer are played there, and the fields are floodlit for night training.

Is Harry Gapes Reserve wheelchair accessible?

Access is limited: the footpaths are not wide enough, and there is no clear, unobstructed path into the park.

Are dogs allowed at Harry Gapes Reserve?

Yes, dogs are allowed on a leash.

Is there parking at Harry Gapes Reserve?

Yes, there is parking on site.