Cook and Phillip Park
Cook and Phillip Park is a public park in Woolloomooloo whose grass lawns are an off-leash dog area at all times. It also has a children's playground, a free basketball court, water features and an indoor aquatic and fitness centre with a 50-metre pool.
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About Cook and Phillip Park
Off-Leash Dog Area at Cook and Phillip Park
Cook and Phillip Park has large grassy lawns that are off-leash all day, every day, so dogs can run freely. A separate small dog area includes agility equipment. Cook and Phillip Park provides drinking water for dogs and poo bags for owners. Dogs are prohibited from the playground and the pool, so owners need to keep them out of both areas at all times.
Aquatic and Fitness Centre at Cook and Phillip Park
Cook and Phillip Park has an indoor aquatic and fitness centre with three heated pools: a 50-metre pool, a leisure pool with a slide and a wave pool, and a hydrotherapy pool. The centre has a gymnasium, change rooms and showers, and it offers swimming lessons. Its indoor court is used for basketball and indoor soccer. Eight paintings by Wendy Sharpe on the walls of the 50-metre pool depict the life of swimmer Annette Kellerman. The centre opened in 1999 and was renovated from around 2006 at a cost of around $10 million, finishing in 2007.
Accessibility at Cook and Phillip Park
The aquatic and fitness centre at Cook and Phillip Park has ramped access to its entrance, the hydrotherapy pool and the leisure pool, as well as street-level lift access. A pool hoist helps guests who need assistance entering the water, and an aqua wheelchair is available on site. The centre has accessible change rooms and family change rooms, which suit visitors with carers or young children.
Facilities at Cook and Phillip Park
Visitor tips for Cook and Phillip Park
- ✓Bring your own poo bags, as the park's supply can run out.
Getting to Cook and Phillip Park
Cook and Phillip Park is at 4 College Street, on the corner of William Street, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011. Dedicated parking at the venue is limited, with a mobility parking space on site and street parking nearby, so public transport is a practical option.
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Frequently asked questions about Cook and Phillip Park
Can I bring my dog to Cook and Phillip Park?
Yes, dogs can run off-leash on the grass at any time, but they are not allowed in the playground or the pool.
Is there a playground at Cook and Phillip Park?
Yes, the children's playground has equipment for kids of all ages, with outdoor sports courts beside it.
Is there a pool at Cook and Phillip Park?
Yes, the indoor aquatic centre has heated pools, including a 50-metre pool, and runs swimming lessons.
Is Cook and Phillip Park wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the aquatic centre has ramps, lift access, a pool hoist and an aqua wheelchair.
Is there parking at Cook and Phillip Park?
Parking is limited, so it is often easier to come by public transport.