Selwyn has playgrounds for all ages and interests, with plenty of great spots to get outdoors and enjoy some family time.
From skate parks, bike tracks and basketball courts to climbing frames, swings and slides, there's something for everyone. Pack a picnic, explore somewhere new and make a day of it.
Playground Pursuit is back from 1 September!
Add an extra adventure to your playground visit with Playground Pursuit – a family scavenger hunt taking you around playgrounds across Selwyn from 1 September.
Choose a town map, follow the clues and search the playgrounds for hidden letters. Find them all to solve the puzzles!
Pick up a Playground Pursuit map from your local Selwyn library or community centre, or download and print one below.
Choose your Playground Pursuit
Download a map and see how many playgrounds you can explore:
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Here are some of our favourites:
Foster Park Playground
Broadlands Drive and Goulds Road
This Rolleston playground was built for fun! Key features include a spinning mouse wheel, a flying fox, a giant metal slide and picnic tables.
Prebbleton Reserve Playground
Stationmasters Way
Perfect for all ages and abilities, there's plenty of seating, a large shaded area and even a skate park for the thrill seekers.
Wilfield Playground
Fairmont Rise
Located in one of West Melton's newer subdivisions, this playground has some exciting elements like a net swing, a big blue slide and even a flying fox!
Woolshed Park Playground
Sandstone Crescent
This Rolleston playground reflects the wider area's farming heritage. It's crafted as a farm with its own woolshed and sheep yards, shearing shed and tank stand with playground equipment woven through.