Looking for a local playground with a group swing? Across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter region, there are heaps of local playgrounds that feature a group swing, also also known as a nest swing or a disc swing.
These swings fit multiple kids or even an adult or child together. The rope swings are also of benefit for those with disabilities. A reader with a disabled child recently asked us if we could put together a list of rope group swings.
So here’s our list of playgrounds in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter region with a group swing. We’ve also included information about other swings available at these playgrounds as well.
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Newcastle Playgrounds with Group Swings
Adamstown Park Playground, Adamstown
The Adamstown Park playground has lots of different swings. As well as a regular swing and a baby swing, there’s a group swing so kids can pile in and swing together.
Avon Street Reserve Playground, Mayfield
If your kids like swings, take them to Avon Street Reserve Playground in Mayfield. There’s a swing at Avon Street Reserve Playground to suit all ages. Babies and toddlers can swing in the baby/toddler swing or partner up with an older sibling on the double swing which incorporates a baby and regular swing facing each other. There’s also a popular group swing and a regular child swing.
Blackbutt Adventure Park, New Lambton
The Blackbutt Reserve adventure park located at Richley Reserve is divided into two main sections. One area away from the large climbing structure contains toddler swings and a group swing.
Blackbutt Reserve Carnley Avenue, New Lambton
You can also find a group swing at Blackbutt Reserve on the Carnley Reserve side The Bower Bird playground is designed for children ages 2 to 10. It features a large climbing structure, roundabout, see saw, a group swing, 2 slides and musical instruments.
Blue Gum Hills Regional Park, Minmi / Fletcher
An update to Blue Gum Hills playground included a baby swing, regular swing and a group swing, a much-needed addition to this fun playground.
Cressington Way Reserve, Wallsend
If you’re a fan of timber playgrounds, head to Cressington Way Playground in Wallsend. It has a group swing as well as a regular swing with accompanying baby swing.
Elbrook Drive Reserve Playground, Rankin Park
Check out the colourful play equipment at Elbrook Drive Reserve playground in Rankin Park. There’s a group swing, swing with accompanying baby swing.
Gregson Park Playground, Hamilton
As you enter the playground from the eastern entrance of Gregson Park (near the cannons), you’ll immediately see the swings. As well as a regular swing and baby swing, there’s a group nest swing so that groups of kids, or parents and their children can jump in and swing together.
Harold Myers Park, Birmingham Gardens
When it’s time for a swing, there’s a selection to suit all ages at Harold Myers Park in Birmingham Gardens. Kids can choose from a regular swing or a group swing and there’s also a baby/toddler swing.
Islington Park, Islington
If you’re after swings, you’ll find them at Islington Park. Here, you’ll find 2 baby swings, 2 regular swings and a very fun standalone group swing.
Jesmond Park, Jesmond
There’s two playgrounds at Jesmond Park but if you’re after a group swing, head to the playground near Newcastle Road. There’s a climbing structure, roundabout, double seesaw (fits 4) and a flying saucer swing (fits as many as you can get in).
King Edward Park, Newcastle
King Edward Park in Newcastle and features play equipment suited to preschoolers. There are three swings: a baby swing, regular swing and a group swing.
Kotara Park Playground, Kotara
You’ll find a group swing as well as toddler swing and regular swing at Kotara Park Playground.
Loch Ness Park Playground, Fletcher
Head to Lochness Park in Fletcher. The play equipment includes a spiderweb group swing, a regular child swing and a toddler swing.
Nesca Park, Cooks Hill
There’s lots of swing options at Nesca Park. In addition to the regular swing and baby swing, there’s also the large communal swing which encourages kids to all climb in and have a fun time.
Novacastrian Park, New Lambton
Novocastrian Park in New Lambton a great spot for play. This wooden playground isn’t massive but has enough equipment to keep little ones happy. There is a regular and baby swing as well as a group swing so kids can pile in and swing together.
Stevenson Park, Mayfield West
you haven’t been to Stevenson Park, it’s worth a visit. It features a climbing structure, in-ground trampoline, balance balls & a slide plus half-basketball court. Plus, it has a a group swing as well as two regular swings.
Wallsend Active Hub, Wallsend
When you get to Wallsend Active Hub, you’ll notice the swing block. It has two regular swings, a baby swing and an accessibility swing. But if you’re looking for a group swing, you’ll find that past the in-ground trampolines.
Wallsend Brickworks Park, Wallsend
Combine history and play on a family day out to Wallsend Brickworks Park, site of a historic brickmaking operation. As well as lots of other play equipment, Brickworks Park features a baby swing, regular swing and also a group basket swing.
Waratah Park, Georgetown
Waratah Park Playground is only a small playground, but there’s everything kids need to have a fun time including a group swing, a regular child’s swing and a baby/toddler swing.
Wickham Park, Wickham
There’s plenty of climbing equipment, a flying fox and a flying saucer group swing at Wickham Park Playground.
Lake Macquarie Playgrounds with Group Swings
Arcadia Vale Reserve, Arcadia Vale
Arcadia Vale Reserve playground has a group swing, a regular swing and a baby swing. The playground has water views and play equipment with an easy-climb low-level slide and soft fall flooring that’s perfect for toddlers and preschoolers taking their first steps on play equipment.
Bennett Park, Valentine
Head to Bennett Park in Valentine. There is a regular and baby swing as well as a group swing so kids (or mum or dad) can pile in and swing together.
Bernie Goodwin Memorial Park, Morisset
Bernie Goodwin Memorial Park is a fully-fenced playground with all-abilities equipment. As well as a group swing, there’s also Liberty Swing, allowing kids in wheelchairs to join in the fun.
Bolton Point Playground, Bolton Point
Situated on the western side of the lake, Bolton Point Park has breathtaking views of Lake Macquarie. It also has a swing, toddler swing and a group swing that can fit a few children at once.
Cedar Cutters Playground, Cooranbong
Surrounded by established trees that provide shade at certain times throughout the day, this fun playground, located on Cedar Cutters Cresecent at Cooranbong, has a range of equipment including climbing equipment, slides, and a spinner. Swing choices include a baby/toddler swing, regular swing and group swing.
Chartley Street Reserve, Warners Bay
Located in Warners Bay, this shady neighbourhood park Chartley Street Reserve has lots of swing options including a baby/toddler swing, a regular swing and a group swing.
Chapman Oval Playground, Swansea
At Chapman Oval playground, you’ll find a regular swing, a baby swing and a group nest swing as well as a great view of Swansea Channel.
Cooranbong Reserve Playground, Cooranbong
Located on the southwest side of Lake Macquarie, Cooranbong Reserve Playground has lots of play equipment. When it comes to swings, there’s plenty for kids to choose from including a baby/toddler swing and regular swing. The 360-degree suspension group swing will be a guaranteed hit with kids of all ages.
Jeremiah Playground, Cooranbong
The shaded playground located on Maguire Drive, Cooranbong features a flying fox and a half basetball court as well as climbing equipment and swings.
Jewells Parade Reserve Playground, Jewells
This small but inviting play area has all the essentials for little adventurers. Kids can climb, swing, and slide their way through a fun mix of equipment. As well as a regular swing and baby swing, there’s also a group swing so that a few kids can swing together.
Rathmines Park, Rathmines
Head to Rathmines Park. Along with the view you’ll find baby swing, a regular swing and a group swing.
Speers Point Park Lake Macquarie Variety Playground, Speers Point
Speers Point Park is full of play equipment. But if you head to the southern end of the Speers Point Park you’ll find a group swing. It’s here that you’ll see the best lake views.
Village Playground, Headland Reserve, Catherine Hill Bay
The Village Playground at Headland Reserve, Catherine Hill Bay, is a beautifully designed space that opened in early 2025. Complete with picnic benches and a water fountain, it’s a lovely place to stop for a play and a rest. Besides the group swing, there’s also a regular swing, a baby/toddler swing, balancing and climbing equipment and a spinner.
Warner Park, Warners Bay
There’s loads of swings at Warner Park including a double swing which incorporates a baby and regular swing facing each other and the popular group swing.
Hunter Valley Playgrounds with Group Swings
Bolwarra Lookout Playground, Bolwarra
This small, farm-themed playground, located at Bolwarra Lookout, Paterson Road, Bolwarra will be a hit with little ones. Not only does it include a group swing, but it’s also shaded! There’s a large, accessible car park nearby, shaded picnic tables, barbecues and amenities.
Harold Gregson Reserve, Maitland
Head to Harold Gregson Reserve in Maitland. As well as lots of other play equipment, the playground includes a baby swing and group nest swing.
District Park One Playground Huntlee, North Rothbury
Take a drive to Huntlee, near Branxton and check out District Park One. There are five swings at this playground, so kids won’t have to line up too long for a swing. Besides two baby/toddler swings there are two regular swings and a group swing. All are shaded by large shade sails.
Katherine’s Landing District Park Playground, North Rothbury
The group swing at Katherine’s Landing District Park Playground has softfall underfoot and swings in all directions. Other inclusive features at the playground include inground trampolines, disabled amenities and a network of wide concrete paths.
Rose Point Park, Singleton
Located in parkland near the Hunter River, this large Rose Point Park playground is fully-fenced and has lots of shade with mature trees within the playground. There’s a dedicated swing area with four baby swings, four regular swings and two group swings.
Port Stephens Playgrounds with Group Swings
Bower Reserve Playground, Medowie
Take a drive to the Bower Reserve playground in The Bower Estate at Medowie. There’s two playgrounds at this location including a smaller playground which includes a group spider web swing as well as a regular swing and baby swing.
Fingal Beach Foreshore Reserve Playground, Fingal Bay
Have a play at Fingal Bay Foreshore Reserve Playground. Located on scenic Marine Drive, this playground has plenty of equipment to suit kids of all ages including a spiderweb swing, spinner, slides, flying fox and climbing equipment. For those with younger kids, this playground has a toddler swing.
Little Beach Playground, Nelson Bay
Little Beach is just around from the tourist hub of Nelson Bay and has a fantastic playground for little ones. There’s a group swing so you can jump in and swing with your kids while you enjoy the views across the bay.
Robinson Reserve Playground, Anna Bay
A top spot for older kids is Robinson Reserve in Anna Bay. As well as climbing play equipment, swings, vertical balancing logs and a group swing, it’s also next door to Anna Bay Skate Park.