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.
For more information about the park, visit our Beckett Park page.
Before you book
You can book a grass area in the park for your exclusive use.
We require at least 5 full business days notice.
You can apply to bring:
– up to 20 chairs and 2 tables
– a marquee or arbour covering up to 40 square metres.
Visit our Before you book an outdoor space page for more information.
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
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
| Space | Fee |
|---|---|
| Alexandra Gardens, Canterbury Gardens, Surrey Gardens | $164.50 per hour (includes exclusive use of the rotunda) |
| Central Gardens and Maranoa Botanic Gardens | $164.50 per hour |
| All other parks and gardens | $164.50 per 4-hour block |
| Event bond | minimum $200 |
Terms and conditions
Please read our terms and conditions of hire before booking.
See Before you book an outdoor space for more information about:
- general booking information
- fees and bonds
- marquees and other temporary structures.
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].