CL Bishop park
📍 Eastbourne, Wellington
Coastal park in Eastbourne with a sandy beach, free BBQ facilities, and harbour views across to Wellington city. Steps from a children's playground and public pool. Free entry.
Nice beach to have a walk. With Fantastic view of Wellington city, out through the heads & north over to Petone. The beach is full of shell for the kids to find their favourite. Peaceful & quite. (Great when there’s no wind)
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Reviewers highlight the beach's shell-collecting appeal, the free BBQs, and easy access to the adjacent playground and pool. One parent described it as a fantastic spot for a family picnic. Another noted the Wellington city and harbour views as a highlight, with the beach being notably quieter than Days Bay.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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PH1L E
6 years ago
“Nice beach to have a walk. With Fantastic view of Wellington city, out through the heads & north over to Petone. The beach is full of shell for the kids to find their favourite. Peaceful & quite. (Great when there’s no wind)”
Judy and Brian Burns
3 years ago
“Great park for a family picnic. So close to children's playground, toilets and swimming pool”
Cheryllene Moeke
2 years ago
“Bbq is free here to use👍🏽”
Andrew Gabites
4 years ago
“Great on a calm day. Beach is sandy just below low tide mark. Alot less crowded than Days Bay”
Reviews from Google
Overview
CL Bishop Park in Eastbourne sits beside a peaceful sandy beach popular for shell collecting. Free BBQ facilities are available on site. The park is adjacent to a children's playground and public swimming pool, making it a practical base for a full family outing. Wellington city, the harbour heads, and the Petone coastline are all visible from the beach. Pram access is available. Entry is free.
