Beckett Park is suitable for children's play and casual social gatherings like picnics.
It features an extensive playground, a range of indigenous plants and a stone observation tower. The stone observation tower is only open when Maranoa Gardens is staffed and not during bad weather.
You can book a grass area in the park for your exclusive use.
We require between 5 full business days and 8 weeks' notice, depending on your booking.
You can apply to bring:
- up to 20 chairs and 2 tables for events
- a marquee or arbour covering up to 40 square metres.
For more information about what you can and can't bring to outdoor events at our venues, visit our Outdoor event requirements page.
For more information about the park, visit our Beckett Park page.
Public facilities
- Off-lead dog area
- Parking
- Playground
- Seating and tables
- Toilets
Public facilities are free for all park visitors to use. They are not included as part of a booking.
Capacity
Up to: 100 people
Parking and transport
The car park is accessible from Parring Road. The venue is 2.2 km from Mont Albert train station.
Booking times
7 days including public holidays.
April to October: 8 am to 6 pm.
November to March: 8 am to 8:30 pm.
Booking information
Booking fees
| Fee type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Alexandra Gardens, Canterbury Gardens, Surrey Gardens booking fee | $159 per hour (includes exclusive use of the rotunda) |
| Central Gardens and Maranoa Botanic Gardens booking fee | $159 per hour |
| All other parks and gardens booking fee | $159 per 4-hour block |
| Event bond | minimum $200 |
Find out more about fees and bonds on our Fees for open space bookings page.
Terms and conditions
Please read our terms and conditions of hire before booking.
Visit our Outdoor event requirements page to learn about:
- permitted items and activities
- notice periods
- permits and documentation you may need
- third party vendor requirements.
If a vendor is supplying any equipment, they need to provide public liability insurance.
Visit our Weddings in our gardens page for information about wedding bookings.
Contact us
If you have any difficulties using our online booking portal, please contact us on (03) 9278 4444 or email [email protected].