IDEAS & REVIEWS
Parks and playgrounds – hidden gems in the Hills
Here are some great little parks hidden in the back streets of the Hills that you might not know about!
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Meadowbank Regional Playground
We'd had Meadowbank Regional Playground on our list for months. We finally got there recently and WOW, it's completely mind blowing! In terms of playgrounds it's without a doubt one of the best we've ever seen and our kids were talking about their next visit walking back to the car!
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Things to do on rainy days
Do you and your busy little ones go stir crazy when it rains for a few days? If you still like to get out each day with your little one even when it's raining, here are some ideas for things to do in the Hills and surrounds that won't leave you drenched!
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Fairfield Adventure Park | Fairfield
This epic playground was designed specifically with older kids in mind, but it certainly doesn't leave out smaller kids! There's something for everyone! It's about 40 minutes from Castle Hill and well worth a visit.
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Bobbin Head Nature Playground
While we've all been staying home, the playground at Bobbin Head at Mount Colah in the Ku-Ring-Gai National Park has had a much needed facelift and what a beautiful nature playground it is now!
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Darlington Reserve Cherrybrook
A cool new playground is now open in Cherrybrook and if you have a dinosaur fan then it's right up their alley! Roarsome!
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3 easy at-home activities for little ones
If you're keen to mix up learning a little with some new ideas here are three super easy and fun suggestions! They might give the kids a little motivation and you the break you need for a Zoom meeting or that cup of tea in peace!
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10 easy craft ideas with a cardboard box
If you're not the craftiest of mums, here are some simple ideas using a cardboard box that will inspire creativity and keep little ones entertained!
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Castle Hill Heritage Park
This is one of the Hills' most popular and pretty parks! It offers paths and a vast amount of space to exercise as well.
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Craft at home | rock decorating & wand making
Here are two simple craft activities you can link to your park or bushwalk outings.
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Activity library
Are you looking for something to do with your child? Here is our library of suggestions to keep your child busy and engaged. Perfect for long weeks in isolation, on rainy days and days where you just can’t work out what to do with them.
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Occupying little ones with independent activities
The kids are at home again! Here are some ideas that MAY give you at least 15 minutes space or even more if you're lucky! Ideal for 3 to 5/6 year olds.
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Easy to do craft – Nature Scavenger Hunt and Nature Sun-catcher
Even if you're not a super crafty mum, you'll be able to manage this activity with your kids!
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Callicoma Walk | Cherrybrook | Bush walks for kids
This is a beautiful bush walk located in Cherrybrook. It's 5.1km and takes approximately 2 hours. It's more suitable for primary school aged kids and isn't pram friendly.
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Blue Gum Walk | Hornsby | Bush walks for kids
The Blue Gum Walk, a small section of the Great North Walk, is a well known track and very popular with walkers for good reason - it's stunning! If you're keen on a solid bush walk then this is a great option.
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Learn-to-ride tracks in the Hills and surrounds
If you have a little one learning to ride or scoot, there are lots of great tracks in and around the Hills where they can hone their skills!
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Family outing | Fruit picking in Bilpin
Bilpin is about a 50 minute drive from the Hills. It’s a nice drive with windy roads and pretty views and is particularly picturesque at this time of year.
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Action Kidz at The Centre Dural
Action Kidz at The Centre in Dural is a multi sports class for 2 to 4 year olds. We popped in to see what it involved recently!
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