Princes Park is one of Melbourne’s best recreational grounds and parklands – stretching for nearly two kilometres in the suburb of Parkville and is quite close to the city CBD.
For many years, Princes Park has been a major sports and recreation area for all Melbournians. The park features the famous Carlton Recreation Ground, Princes Park Bowling Club, Princes Hill Tennis Courts, children’s playground and sports clubs, as well as facilities for playing cricket, football and running.
Princes Park Carlton Stadium, Melbourne Running Track & Map
Princes Park is lined with tall elm trees, towering Moreton Bay fig trees and verdant grasslands. As the park is surrounded by many of Melbourne’s top skyscrapers, you will have a great view of the city skyline right here from the park.
As you walk around inside the park, you’ll find towering trees lining the walkways. Other plants inside the park include an array of exotic trees and shrubs, and the park’s open grassed spaces are also beautifully maintained and watered all year round.
For picnickers, the park offers a huge picnic ground with outdoor BBQ facilities, so you can bring your own food and enjoy a feed here.
Whether you love spending your weekends at a sports ground or at a kids park, Princes Park is the perfect option for you.
We would like to play Bubble soccer for 1 hour – 6 people maximum. Do we need a special authorization? Thank you
Laure
Hi Laure,
No, it doesn’t appear you will need a permit to for a casual play if you are just rocking up to run around on the grass for an hour or so. They state “Any recreational activity that does not require a marked field or infrastructure such as goals is considered ‘passive recreation’ and does not require a permit. This includes activities that are limited to a small number of participants, and generally does not include club activities.”
Here is some information from the City of Melbourne which delves a little deeper.
Have a great time!
Kind regards,
Jess
How about for 10 people playing bubble soccer? Will I need a permit then?
Hi Noela,
Please refer to the comment below regarding casual play. “Any recreational activity that does not require a marked field or infrastructure such as goals is considered ‘passive recreation’ and does not require a permit. This includes activities that are limited to a small number of participants, and generally does not include club activities.”
However, if you are still unsure please contact the City of Melbourne.
Best regards,
Jess
If i want to run a yoga session in the park do i need a permit to use park grounds? If so how much and how do i purchase one, thank you.
Hi Nicole,
You are permitted to run the Yoga session in Yarra Park, but will need to obtain a permit from the Council. The permit is free of charge, however there appears to be a Public Liability insurance requirement. You can obtain further information and apply here (scroll down to “Recreational Activity”).
Best regards,
Jess