Find it at: Heath Street, Birkenhead
The 2022 upgrade to Naval Reserve out Port 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ way includes some fabulous playground equipment to challenge the bigger kids. Featuring a huge tower, which is a challenge to climb, with an attached tube slide, there is also a 3-3 basketball court and some swings and equipment for the smaller kids.
There is plenty of nature play here, plus a nice big sand pit, so the kids will have a blast exploring this beautiful space. It also acts as a storm water management system with a lot of equipment hidden underground with the reserve acting as a basin to hold overflow water during heavy rains before it is released into the river.
The reserve features a war memorial, BBQ, toilets and venue for dog obedience classes. Dogs must be under effective control or on-leash but be aware if your little ones don’t love dogs.
One to look out for next time you head up to the Port.
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