Chatburn Park Playground

Locals call it “The Pirate Park” for a reason — the theming keeps younger kids genuinely entertained while parents can actually relax, since the whole thing is enclosed and easy to keep an eye on. It suits the 2–12 crowd well, with rubber flooring underfoot so the inevitable tumbles aren’t a drama. Pack a picnic because there are tables, and the open grass gives older kids room to run off steam. The semi-rural setting means you’re close to proper countryside trails if you fancy stretching your legs after — Nelson doesn’t have loads of spots like this, so it’s worth knowing about.