Willowbank Reserve
Willowbank Reserve is a Tawa classic, this is a spot for some serious fun!
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The playground (currently due for an upgrade, although we love it as it is!) offers challenge for all ages and is surrounded by luscious greenery - a huge lawn, with heritage fruit trees, flowering bushes (plenty of fallen petals to use for potions during spring/summer!) and a river running through offering opportunities for water play - close supervision is recommended here for younger children as the water is deep in places, and is fast flowing after rain.
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Never fear - there are some safe shallow spots too, and the sandy riverbank offers opportunities for digging and mixing. The river is also teeming with eels - unfortunately feeding them here is no longer permitted.
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This location is also always a big hit with any vehicle fans as its location alongside Takapu Road station means that there are plenty of trains to spot!
What you need to know...
​​​​Public toilets available this location
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Come prepared for water play!
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​Nearest train station: Takapu Rd
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Download the full risk assessment and hazard management files for this location here:
How to find us
We always set up near one of the covered picnic tables, just across from the playground and near the hidden entrances to the riverbank.
