Ernest Pederson Reserve
Ernest Pederson Reserve is a park on Ferry Street in Glebe, NSW. Its standout feature is a nature play area with a sandstone balance wall, stepping stones and logs, and a timber swing and see-saw, set among shaded areas and new wildlife garden beds.
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About Ernest Pederson Reserve
Nature Play Area at Ernest Pederson Reserve
Ernest Pederson Reserve has a play area that was redesigned for younger children in its 2021 upgrade, with nature play in place of standard equipment. The play area includes a sandstone balance wall, stepping stones and logs, a timber swing and a see-saw, set on bark mulch softfall. The reserve includes shaded areas, and the play area suits infants, pre-schoolers and primary school students.
Garden Beds and Wildlife Habitat at Ernest Pederson Reserve
Ernest Pederson Reserve has larger garden beds and a new birdbath, added in the 2021 upgrade to increase wildlife habitat. A new path layout borders the grassy areas and reflects the original garden of the state heritage-listed Rothwell Lodge and Factory. Low fencing protects the new plants while they establish, and updated signs give historical information about the site.
Facilities at Ernest Pederson Reserve
Getting to Ernest Pederson Reserve
Ernest Pederson Reserve is on Ferry Street, Glebe NSW 2037. Glebe light rail stop is about 150 m away.
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- 📍Cafe Bariloche (cafe, about 150 m)
Frequently asked questions about Ernest Pederson Reserve
Is there a playground at Ernest Pederson Reserve?
Yes. The playground is a nature play area, with a timber swing, a see-saw and a sandstone balance wall.
What ages is the playground for?
The play area suits infants, pre-schoolers and primary school students.
Is there shade at Ernest Pederson Reserve?
Yes, the reserve has shaded areas.