Arthur Phillip Park
Arthur Phillip Park is a community park in Northmead, upgraded in April 2024, with two sporting fields, outdoor fitness equipment and electric BBQs. Its standout feature is an inclusive, accessible playground for children aged 2–12, ringed by a 600-metre circuit track for walking, cycling and scootering.
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About Arthur Phillip Park
Playground and Circuit Track at Arthur Phillip Park
Arthur Phillip Park has an inclusive, accessible playground designed for children aged 2–12. The playground has slides, climbing equipment, swings, monkey bars, a bouldering wall and a mini flying fox, plus nature play areas added in the upgrade. A 600-metre circuit track loops through the park for walking, cycling and scootering, so riders of different abilities can do laps while others play. The $1.24 million upgrade, completed in April 2024, also brought new landscaping and extra tree planting for shade.
Sports and Fitness at Arthur Phillip Park
Arthur Phillip Park has two sporting fields used for rugby league and soccer in winter and cricket in summer. A one-third basketball court suits casual shooting. The outdoor fitness equipment includes a chest press, leg raises, a multi-stretch station, a sit-up bench, pull-up bars, Roman rings, a shoulder mobility wheel and pull-downs. Covered picnic tables and electric BBQ facilities sit nearby, so the park works for both training sessions and family gatherings after a game.
Facilities at Arthur Phillip Park
Visitor tips for Arthur Phillip Park
- ✓Arrive early on weekends to secure a covered picnic table.
- ✓The new trees are still growing, so expect limited shade on summer afternoons.
- ✓Plan bathroom breaks before 8:00 pm, when the toilets close.
Getting to Arthur Phillip Park
Arthur Phillip Park is on the corner of Redbank Road and Park Street, Northmead NSW 2152. Free street parking is available on Edward and Park Streets, which border the park.
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- 📍Burlington Memorial Park
- 📍Robin Hood Park
- 📍Northmead Reserve
- 📍Toongabbie Creek
Frequently asked questions about Arthur Phillip Park
Can dogs run off-leash at Arthur Phillip Park?
No, dogs must stay on a leash here; Burlington Memorial Park at 23 Boundary Road, Northmead is the nearby off-leash area.
What ages is the Arthur Phillip Park playground for?
It is built for kids from 2 to 12, with accessible equipment and nature play.
Does Arthur Phillip Park have BBQs?
Yes, electric barbecues are available beside covered picnic tables.
Is there free parking at Arthur Phillip Park?
Yes, free street parking runs along Edward and Park Streets.
What are the opening hours for Arthur Phillip Park?
The park is open 24 hours daily, while the toilets operate from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm.