Crawford Reserve is a small park located in Lower Templestowe, Melbourne, Victoria.
It offers a junior play experience with a play unit, swing, and spring rocker, providing a fun and relaxing environment for children and their parents or guardians.
The park features various play areas suitable for children of all ages. These include play units with slides and climbing elements, monkey bars, a double swing set, and a hip hop for added enjoyment. Additionally, Crawford Reserve has a concrete path that allows for walking, jogging, or cycling. The park's rock and log edging also provides opportunities for natural play and adventure.
Visitors can take advantage of the picnic tables and seating facilities available to have a picnic or simply relax while appreciating the park's beauty. Crawford Reserve is open year-round and is frequently used by school groups, families, and friends.
To reach Crawford Reserve, one can easily access it by car, public transport, or on foot. The park is located on Bristol Street, Lower Templestowe, just a short walk from the corner of Manningham Road and High Street.
In 2023, Crawford Reserve will undergo an upgrade as part of Manningham Council's commitment to improving community life and recreational facilities. The upgrade will include new play units with slides, a double swing set, a hip hop, and other facilities. Construction will begin in late 2022 and is expected to be completed by 30 June 2023 as part of the Parks Improvement Program.
Manningham Council acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the Traditional Owners of the land and waterways now known as Manningham. The Council pays respect to Elders past, present, and emerging and encourages reconciliation among all.