Best playgrounds in Hornsby
Hornsby Park comes top for playgrounds in Hornsby, with a recently upgraded play area that is fully fenced, shaded and has toilets and free parking. Willow Park suits a wider span of ages, from toddlers up to older children. James Park, Reddy Park and Holman Park each have a different angle, from science-themed play to a flying fox and a double slide.
Quick picks
- Refreshed and shaded: Hornsby Park's playground has soft fall surfacing and ample trees overhead.
- Toddlers to older kids: Willow Park's fully fenced boundary holds equipment for a wide range of ages.
- Science play: James Park's playground uses interactive, science-themed equipment.
- Flying fox: the enclosed wooden playground at Reddy Park includes a flying fox.
- Fully fenced, with a bridge: Holman Park's play area is fenced all round and has a flexible bridge.
Hornsby Park for a recently upgraded playground
- Fully fenced
- Shade
- Toilets
- BBQ
- Parking
Hornsby Park's recently upgraded playground is fully fenced, and its play structures are designed for young children. Soft fall surfacing, rubber and mulch, sits underneath, giving the ground a cushioned feel. Trees and shaded areas across the park keep the play area comfortable when the sun is out. Public restrooms are on site, and free parking is available at the Crusher Plant Precinct. Free electric barbecues are available for public use, which suits a family visit with a playground stop.
Best for: Families with young children who want a secure play space with shade, toilets and free parking
Willow Park for toddlers through to older children
- Fully fenced
- Shade
- Toilets
- BBQ
- Parking
Willow Park's equipment runs from toddlers through to older children, and the park boundary is fully fenced. Kids' bike tracks sit alongside the equipment, which gives older children more to try. Ample shade is spread through the grounds, which helps on warm days. Toilets here are basic, and the car spaces are few. For a family with mixed ages, the one park covers both ends of the range.
Best for: Parents with toddlers and older kids who want a fully fenced park with toilets and shade on site
James Park for a science-themed playground
- Partly fenced
- Shade
- Toilets
- BBQ
- Parking
Interactive, science-themed play is the reason to visit James Park. Children of several ages can use it, and some sections are fenced for the younger ones. Shade is spread through the grounds, with toilets on site. Barbecues sit alongside the picnic tables, which suits a family stay. Parking is on site too, including accessible spaces. Families with a mix of ages will find something for each child.
Best for: Families who want interactive play for a range of ages, with toilets and parking on site
Reddy Park for a fully enclosed playground with a flying fox
- Fully fenced
- Shade
- BBQ
Reddy Park's playground is enclosed by a fence and built from wood, with a flying fox, swings and climbing frames. The equipment suits children of different ages, so older and younger kids can each find something to try. Shade covers much of the park, which helps on warm days. The park has no toilets, so come prepared. Barbecues are available for public use, and there are picnic tables too.
Best for: Families with children of different ages who want an enclosed play space with shade, but no toilets on site
Holman Park for a fully fenced playground with a double slide
- Fully fenced
- BBQ
- Parking
Holman Park's playground is fully fenced, so the whole play area is enclosed. The equipment includes a double slide and a climbing wall, along with a flexible bridge and spinning sticks. A flat concrete path runs around the playground, so younger riders can practise close to the equipment. There are no toilet facilities at the park, so plan around that. The swings include a baby seat option for the smallest children.
Best for: Families who want a fully fenced playground with a double slide and a climbing wall
How the playgrounds compare
By area
Every playground in and near Hornsby
Below, each park's fencing, shade, toilets, barbecues and parking sit side by side, with nearby parks at the foot.
| Park | Fenced | Shade | Toilets | BBQ | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Hornsby Park | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 2.Willow Park | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 3.James Park | Partly† | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 4.Reddy Park | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ | – |
| 5.Holman Park | ✓ | – | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 6.Ginger Meggs Park | ✓ | – | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| 7.Beatrice Thompson Park | ✓ | – | ✗ | ✓ | ✗ |
| 8.Collingridge Reserve | – | – | – | ✓ | – |
| Nearby, outside Hornsby | |||||
| Waitara Park · Waitara | ✓ | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lessing Park · Asquith | ✓ | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Waitara Jaycee Park · Wahroonga | ✓ | – | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Orara Park · Waitara | – | – | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
† Fenced on some sides only; the park's section explains where.
How we picked
The order comes from each park's score: fenced play areas, shade, toilets, barbecues, parking and size all add to it, so a park with more on record scores higher. A detail the page doesn't cover appears as a dash in the table, which means not known rather than not there. Ginger Meggs Park and Beatrice Thompson Park rank just below the picks, and Collingridge Reserve has too few details for a section.
FAQ
Is there a fenced playground in Hornsby?
Yes, Hornsby Park has a fenced children's playground, and Willow Park is fully fenced around its boundary. Reddy Park's playground is enclosed too, so there are several options.
Which Hornsby playground has a flying fox?
Reddy Park has one, beside swings and climbing frames. Its playground sits behind a fence, so it's a secure option for families.
Which Hornsby playground suits toddlers?
Willow Park has equipment for the youngest ages too, from toddlers up to older children. Hornsby Park's play structures are designed for young children, with soft fall surfacing underneath.
Does Holman Park have toilets?
Holman Park has no toilet facilities. Plan toilet stops before you arrive.