Cranwell Park
20 Alderman Drive, Henderson
About Cranwell Park
This park sits at the centre of Henderson's recreational area.
Originally part of Thomas Henderson's farm it was bought in 1900 by Ben Cranwell and developed into an orchard. Today you can picnic and play under historic pear trees at the point where the Oratia and Opanuku streams meet and converge to form Henderson Creek.
Enjoy a stroll around the perimeter of the park or try the Henderson Creek walkway. Music fans can pay tribute to Elvis at the memorial in the park. You can also cross the bridges to visit Tui Glen Reserve to the north-east, Cranwell Esplanade to the west, or south to Falls Park.
Access the large car park from Alderman Drive. Time restrictions apply for the car parks so you will need to check these before you leave your car. Pedestrians can also access the park from Millstream Drive, Falls Park or through Tui Glen Reserve..
Picnic tables and seating, and a car park (with mobility parks) are inside the park.
Follow the Henderson Creek Path that links the Northwestern Cycleway and Henderson town centre.
Accessible features at this park
Concrete paths provide access along the front of West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre, past the bowling club and to the Oratia Stream.
Eight accessible car parks are available at the front of West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre.
Clubs and groups at this park
The park is also home to the:
- West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre
- Henderson Bowling Club
- Henderson Croquet Club
You need to know
Animals
Dogs must be on leash at all times in our parks unless otherwise stated in the dog walking section.
Alcohol
Alcohol is banned from some public places in Auckland. See Alcohol bans to find out the rules for each park and view ban maps.
Smokefree parks
Our parks are all smokefree.
Waste
Use bins where provided to dispose of your rubbish. If there are no bins take all rubbish and recycling with you when you leave.
Outdoor fires
It is illegal to light open fires in public areas in the Auckland region.
How to access Cranwell Park
- Accessible parking ‑ Located near the West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre entrance.
- Parking ‑ Access the car park from Alderman Drive.
What to see and do at Cranwell Park
- Barbecues ‑ The barbecues can only be accessed through the West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre building.
- Picnic tables ‑ Located at the northern end of the park by the bowling club.
- Bike stands ‑ Located at the West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre entrance.
Cranwell Park accessible map
Map of Cranwell Park accessible map
Contact us to report a problem at this park