Sherwood Arboretum, Sherwood
Sherwood Arboretum is a Brisbane City Council park in Sherwood, with 2 playgrounds, barbecues and public toilets. Here's what to know before you plan a party there.
Queensland kauri avenue at Sherwood Arboretum. Photo: John Robert McPherson, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Having a party at Sherwood Arboretum
Sherwood Arboretum has 3 bookable park sites. Council lists Area 1, Fig Grove and Kauri Avenue Of Trees as sites where jumping castles are permitted, so that's the place to book for a castle party. The playgrounds and barbecues are still shared.
About the park
Council's open data and OpenStreetMap show 2 playgrounds, barbecues and public toilets in the park, which covers about 15.8 hectares. We haven't been to this park ourselves, so have a quick look before party day to pick your spot.
Avenue at Sherwood Arboretum, Sherwood, Queensland, Australia. Photo: Kgbo, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).
How to get there and parking
Sherwood Arboretum is at 87 Jolimont Street, Sherwood. Allow time to find a park close to where you're setting up, and tell us the exact spot so we can plan the carry-in.
Boardwalk along Brisbane River at Sherwood Arboretum. Photo: Kgbo, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Good to know
- Power: Council power is only available where there's an outlet, and it has to be arranged with your booking at $31.55 per outlet per day. Otherwise, add a generator to your hire.
- Pegs and surfaces: Council's park guidelines don't say whether pegs are allowed, so check with Council when you apply. Tell us whether the castle is going on grass or a hard surface so we can bring sandbags if needed.
- Weather: Bring shade and plenty of water on hot days. We can't run castles in strong wind or rain.
Council permission and park bookings
Brisbane City Council needs to give permission for a party with a jumping castle in one of its parks, under the Public Land and Council Assets Local Law 2014. If you want a set area to yourselves, you can book a park site. It costs $217.55 per hour with a two-hour minimum, and sites are generally available from 8am to 7pm. Apply at least 5 working days ahead for a booking, or 10 working days if you need permission. Barbecues, other shelters and playgrounds can't be booked and are always shared. Council power, where there is an outlet, costs $31.55 per outlet per day. Vehicle access needs approval and a $110 key bond. Larger or higher-risk events may need $20 million public liability insurance. For questions, call Council on 07 3403 8888.
Official park information: Brisbane City Council: find park facilities and locations
Book your Sherwood Arboretum party
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