Oriel Park in Ascot | Playground under the trees

Situated just minutes from the city, Oriel Park is ideal for parents who want to let their kids run free while knowing they are safe within a fully fenced area. It’s shady, close to a café, and has picnic tables, BBQs and toilets.

Oriel Park Playground

Approaching Oriel Park, the large, brightly coloured castle forts rouse an instant feeling of excitement. The fully-fenced space is attractive, with plenty of room inside the contained play area. Beautiful shady trees stretch over the playground providing lots of spots to keep Brisbane Kids cool and out of the sun, and shade sails provide extra cover over the central equipment.

There is a lot to interact with here in the playground. The main fort structure is impressive, with various platforms connected by steps and rope bridges. There are so many cool slides, including a smaller toddler option.

Surrounding the fort are many other pieces of equipment to explore, and everything is spaced out beautifully. There is a collection of swings, spring riders, a rope climbing structure, wooden logs to balance upon, and more! This variety of equipment means Oriel Park is a marvellous option for families with children of different ages.

For something different, what looks like an old steam tractor has been converted so Brisbane Kids can climb into the cab and pretend to drive this colossal machine.

Adjacent to the playground is an open grassy space perfect for kicking a ball and having a good run around; however, it is unfenced and borders four roads, so keep an eye on little ones.

With BBQs, shaded picnic tables and toilets, Oriel Park is an excellent spot for a family picnic. There are also lots of little shops and beautiful boutique stores nearby. Use the crossing at Alexandra Road to grab a coffee, meal, or some fruit to enjoy in the shade.

Imagination Factor

With epic castle forts at the centre of this playground, it is clear that this is a location for royal adventures. Noble kings, majestic queens, fearless knights and members of the court take your places and defend your territory. Two dragons (spring riders) surround the castle; if they attack, shelter can be found in the forest to the north or with the brave farmers of the east.

Accessibility at Oriel Park

Oriel Park has accessible toilet facilities. The playground is fenced, with flat, concrete walking paths around the park. A ramp leads up to the play forts, but steps and other climbing obstacles will limit access for people using wheelchairs. Access to the round-a-bout is level with the ground.

Oriel Park Features

• Fenced playground
• Accessible toilet facilities
• Play equipment under shade sails and shady trees
• Bark base
• Rope climbing structures
• Castle forts
• Rope bridges
• A variety of slides
• Firefighters’ poles
• Games
• Spring riders
• Dizzy stick
• Round-a-bout
• Old steam tractor
• Swings, including infant swings and a basket swing
• Nature-based balancing obstacles
• Grassy open spaces (unfenced)
• Electric BBQs
• Picnic tables
• Park gym equipment
• Street parking
• Café and shops across the road

Another lovely nearby Brisbane playground is TC Beirne Park, and it’s fenced as well.

What We Thought of Oriel Park

On arrival, I instantly wondered why I had never heard of this park! It’s such a winner. My Brisbane Kid loved climbing the forts and racing friends down the twin tunnel slides. I loved letting him roam with extra freedom, knowing he was safe in the fenced area. During our visit, we saw kids of all ages enjoying the space.

How to Get to Oriel Park

Oriel Park is located on Alexandra Road in Ascot.

Alexandra Road, Ascot QLD 4007

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