Sanders Park
A climbing wall, climbing net and trike track make Sanders Park in Willoughby a playground-focused park. Shade from established trees covers the play area, and an open grassy area sits beside it for ball games and picnics. Benches, picnic tables and a bubbler complete the setup.
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Playground and Climbing Equipment at Sanders Park
The playground at Sanders Park includes swings, a climbing net, a climbing wall, climbing bars, spinners, slides and a trike track. Established trees provide shade over the playground at Sanders Park, so children can play in cover during warm weather. The climbing structures and slides make the playground the main attraction at Sanders Park for young children, while the trike track gives younger riders their own dedicated space to practise.
Open Grassy Area for Ball Games and Picnics
Sanders Park has an open grassy area that visitors can use for ball games and picnics. The grassy space lies alongside the playground, so children can move between the equipment and open ground without leaving the park. Picnic tables and park benches are provided at Sanders Park, giving families a place to eat and rest close to the grass.
Planned Playground Upgrade at Sanders Park
Willoughby City Council has proposed a draft plan for the playground at Sanders Park, which lists a new triple swing set, climbing frame, multi-rocker, in-ground trampoline, sandpit and water pump with trough. The existing slide will be kept, the entry frame replaced and a new shade sail added over the slide. Construction at Sanders Park was scheduled in two stages from the 2023/24 financial year, subject to budget approval, as the playground is due for renewal under the council's Asset Management Plan.
Facilities at Sanders Park
Visitor tips for Sanders Park
- ✓For the latest on the playground works at Sanders Park, contact Amy Barnes, Open Space Projects Officer at Willoughby City Council, on 9777 7790.
Getting to Sanders Park
Sanders Park is on Julian Street, Willoughby NSW 2068, with entry from Julian Street or from a small car park near Borlaise Street. Parking is in the Borlaise Street car park, reached by a path behind the lot, and there is some time-limited on-street parking on Julian Street.
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- 📍The Northern Bean (cafe, about 100 m)
- 📍Pizza Hut (restaurant, about 100 m)
Frequently asked questions about Sanders Park
Does Sanders Park have a playground for young kids?
Yes, the play area includes swings, slides, a trike track and climbing gear such as a climbing wall and a climbing net.
What facilities are there for families at Sanders Park in Willoughby?
Families can use the playground, an open grassy area for ball games and picnics, picnic tables, park benches and a bubbler for drinking water.
Are there toilets and change rooms at Sanders Park?
No, there are no toilets at Sanders Park.
Is there parking at Sanders Park, and is it free?
Parking is available in the Borlaise Street car park, reached by a path behind the lot, and there is some time-limited on-street parking on Julian Street.
What cafes or shops are near Sanders Park in Willoughby?
The Northern Bean cafe and a Pizza Hut restaurant are each about 100 m from the park.