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Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve

Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve is a sports and recreation reserve in Baulkham Hills NSW 2153. Its standout feature is a 400m grass athletics track with eight lanes and lighting. The reserve also has a rose garden covering over 8,000 square metres.

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About Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve

400m Athletics Track at Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve

Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve has a 400m grass athletics track with eight lanes, and the track has lighting. The track's infield includes a separate sprint straight, and the reserve has three long jump pits, two discus circles and two shot put circles. Hills District Athletics Club and Hills District Little Athletics use the track, and senior athletes train there in both seasons. Little Athletics runs on Saturday mornings, and schools hold winter carnivals on the field. The track is described as well drained and durable in wet weather.

Roxborough Park Rose Garden at Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve

The Roxborough Park Rose Garden is a feature of Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve, established in 1972 and covering over 8,000 square metres. Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve's rose garden is a popular wedding venue. The garden is also the setting for Shakespeare in the Roses performances. Locals know the garden by its Roxborough Park name, which makes it easy to find within the reserve.

Facilities at Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve

๐Ÿ›Playground
๐Ÿ”ฅBBQ Facilitiesโœ—
๐ŸšปToilets
๐Ÿ’งDrinking Waterโœ—
๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธParking
๐Ÿฝ๏ธPicnic Tablesโœ—
๐ŸƒWalking Pathsโœ—
๐Ÿ…Sports Fields
๐Ÿ•Dogsโœ—
โ€ข 400m grass athletics track with 8 lanes โ€ข 3 long jump pits, 2 discus circles and 2 shot put circles โ€ข Lighting and floodlighting โ€ข Kiosk in main amenities building โ€ข Change rooms โ€ข Male and female toilets with baby change โ€ข Children's playground

Visitor tips for Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve

  • โœ“Check the council website for wet-weather updates before visiting the athletics track.
  • โœ“The children's playground has been relocated because of upgrade construction at the nearby Waves pool, so confirm its current location before heading over.
  • โœ“Expect school carnival crowds on the athletics field during winter.

Getting to Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve

Address: Mileham Avenue, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153. The reserve has multiple parking lots, including accessible parking.

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Nearby Baulkham Hills

  • ๐Ÿ“Waves pool

Frequently asked questions about Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve

What sports or recreation facilities are at Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve, like sports fields or courts?

The reserve has a 400m grass athletics track with eight lanes, along with long jump pits, discus circles, shot put circles and lighting. The athletics field is used by senior athletes and Little Athletics groups.

Is there parking at Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve, and is it free?

The reserve has multiple parking lots, including accessible parking spaces.

What are the opening hours for Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve?

The reserve is open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Are there toilets at Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve?

Male and female toilets and baby change facilities are available, and the toilets are listed as accessible.

Does Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve host any events, markets, or community activities?

The rose garden hosts weddings and Shakespeare in the Roses performances, and Little Athletics runs on Saturday mornings on the athletics track.