1 / 2Whitby Walkway Playground
📍 Whitby, Wellington
Whitby Walkway Playground in Whitby is a newly redone play space set within native bush, accessible via the Whitby Walkway on foot. Reviewers describe a sun-trap location with spinners and equipment that gives the feel of a bush adventure.
Tucked away in a sun trap. This is a little gem of a play park. Spinny play park is just about in walking range for our toddlers along the Whitby Walkway. We come here fairly often if we have a couple of hours to spend tiring them out. The a bit old but the equipment is in good condition and well looked after. It is in a pedestrianised area - no roads to worry about. The space is big and open with grass, trees and native bush. It is a really peaceful spot where you can relax while the kids blow off steam. There is a stream at the back that could be a hazard but it is far enough away that- so far - our kids haven't shown any interest. This one is on our regular list and gets five stars because it's close to home. Probably not worth a trip if you have to drive here. Unless you collect play parks. Is that a thing?
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Families describe this as a little gem — a sun-trap bush playground that feels like a proper adventure to reach. Reviewers note toddlers walk the Whitby Walkway to get there and that the spinners are a highlight. The nearby stream with eels is a bonus for curious kids.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Dave philipson
4 years ago
“Tucked away in a sun trap. This is a little gem of a play park. Spinny play park is just about in walking range for our toddlers along the Whitby Walkway. We come here fairly often if we have a couple of hours to spend tiring them out. The a bit old but the equipment is in good condition and well looked after. It is in a pedestrianised area - no roads to worry about. The space is big and open with grass, trees and native bush. It is a really peaceful spot where you can relax while the kids blow off steam. There is a stream at the back that could be a hazard but it is far enough away that- so far - our kids haven't shown any interest. This one is on our regular list and gets five stars because it's close to home. Probably not worth a trip if you have to drive here. Unless you collect play parks. Is that a thing?”
Gracie Welsby
a year ago
“Newly redone playground. Absolutely worth a visit. Feels like a little bush adventure!”
Tajinder Singh
5 years ago
“Very calmly place”
Marko Cunningham
4 years ago
“Lovely area full of beautiful trees, walkways, and playgrounds.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Whitby Walkway Playground in Whitby is set within native bush and accessible by foot along the Whitby Walkway, with entry points from Solander Place or Discovery Drive near Whitby Collegiate School. The playground was recently redone and features spinning play equipment among established trees. Reviewers describe it as a little gem tucked away from the road, with a sun-trap position that makes it sheltered and warm. A stream nearby is known among local families for eels.
