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Tūī Glen Reserve
2 Claude Brookes Drive, Henderson


About Tūī Glen Reserve

Located close to the heart of Henderson town centre and incorporating the Henderson Creek Walkway, this large park is a hidden treasure.

It is named for the large number of tūī that fed on the kōwhai nectar of the stream banks original vegetation, and is a rolling landscape of open space, large trees, and history.

The reserve was registered as the first camping ground in the county in 1925. It contains ten historic buildings including the Manuka Shade Cabin, an excellent example of a simple colonial cottage.

Access the car park from Claude Brookes Drive. Gates are open 7am to 9pm in summer and 7am to 7pm in winter. Pedestrians can also access from Chilcott Road and through Cranwell Park.

A playground, flying fox, accessible toilets, seating and picnic tables, car parks (including mobility parks), jetty, and a barbecue are inside the park.

Follow the Henderson Creek Path that links the Northwestern Cycleway and Henderson town centre.

Accessible features at this park

A wide concrete path gives a good accessible link through the centre of the park, extending from north to south.

The toilets, drinking fountain, and car park are accessible.

Clubs and groups at this park

The park is also home to the:

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 Tūī Glen Reserve

  • Car park  ‑ There are several parking areas within the reserve. Access from the end of Claude Brookes Drive. Gate open 7am to 9pm daily.
  • Mobility parking  ‑ Accessible parking spaces are available in some of the parking areas and in front of buildings. Access from the end of Claude Brookes Drive. Gate open 7am to 9pm daily.

What to see and do at Tūī Glen Reserve

  • Playgrounds  ‑ There is a large playground near the middle of the reserve, and a smaller one on the eastern side near the scout hall. A double flying fox is near the large playground.
  • Picnic tables  ‑ Tables are scattered throughout the reserve.
  • Seating  ‑ Seating is along the paths at the northern end of the reserve.
  • Drinking fountain  ‑ Located next to the toilets.
  • Barbecue  ‑ A fenced barbecue is located near the toilet block.

Tui Glen Reserve accessible map

Map of Tui Glen Reserve accessible map



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