This is one of my favourite parks. A beautiful park/playground perfect for the kids to have a play on the playground, enjoy a run on the grass or explore the beautiful manicured gardens.
Partridge House is a beautiful old community home built in 1899 and is now used for private functions with the grounds open each day until 10pm to the public.
The playground caters for a few ages and has a swing set including baby swing, 2 slippery dips, climbing pieces and a few smaller fun pieces for toddlers.
Perfect spot for a family picnic with tables, toilets and BBQ facilities available. Whilst this park does not have shade clothes there is plenty of beautiful shady areas around the park but unfortunately not covering all the play equipment. The park is fenced off however the front gate is open for access to Partridge House Function rooms.
My suggestion if you have small children would be to park in the back street (Penzance St) which is where the playground is situated, and stay down the back end of the park.
This a popular area on weekends for weddings or private functions so just a little note to let you know that the Elk Tree area which is located towards the front of the grounds is off limits during private functions . Plenty of space so this isn’t an issue.
Such a calming and beautiful area that I highly recommend for a lovely family picnic with a gorgeous setting . They allow dogs but just be mindful if there is a private function on.
If in need of a coffee or food there are many restaurants/ coffee shops along Jetty Road appox 5 min walk away that provide take away food and drinks
Location – 38 Partridge St Glenelg with good access and parking from Penzance St
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