Chinnock Park Wollongong – Small Playground with Local History


🌿 A ripper little spot for the ankle-biters and a yarn about local legends, mate!
Chinnock Park Wollongong - Small Playground with Local History - Main park image showing the beautiful facilities and surroundings

Chinnock Park in Wollongong is a quaint, small playground mainly suited for younger kids. The park has a simple, no-frills play area with some basic equipment, making it ideal for toddlers or preschoolers rather than older children. Beyond the playground, it holds a bit of local charm, with a history linked to the Chinnock family and its farming roots. This spot is perfect for families looking for a quick, quiet arvo playtime with little ones and a touch of local heritage.

πŸ“ Park Information

πŸ“ Address Matthews St, Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia
⭐ Rating 4/5 (5 reviews)
πŸ™οΈ City Wollongong
πŸ—ΊοΈ Coordinates Google Map Link
πŸ—οΈ Facilities
playground

πŸ• Opening Hours

Day Hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours

⭐ What Makes This Park Special

Family Playground Fun βœ…

Chinnock Park offers a tiny, basic playground that's perfect for the little ankle-biters. The equipment is simple and geared towards small kids, so if you have toddlers or preschoolers, this spot is a nice, quiet place to let them have a safe play. Don’t expect anything fancy or suitable for older kids, but it’s a handy local patch for a quick play session. The playground’s size keeps things manageable, making it easy for parents to keep an eye on their young ones without the chaos.

A Touch of Local History and Charm πŸŒ…

While the park itself is small and basic, it carries a bit of local flavour with its connection to the Chinnock family, who once ran a farm here. This gives the park a quaint, historical vibe that adds a nice backdrop to your visit. It’s not about sweeping views or lush gardens, but more about a quiet spot with a story to tell. Perfect for families who appreciate a bit of local heritage alongside their playground time.

πŸ’¬ What Visitors Are Saying

  • a tiny little graffiti basic playground for a small child. not for older kids.
  • The park was a farm witch was run by the chinnock family.. my pop had told me about this..

πŸ“Έ Park Photos

Chinnock Park Wollongong - Small Playground with Local History - Photo 0 showing facilities and activities at this Australian park in Wollongong

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