Matheson Bay Reserve playground

If you’re heading out to Leigh for the day, this little playground is worth the stop — it’s right near the beach, so the kids can bounce between the climbing structure and the shoreline without you having to go far. There’s a solid setup for the 3–10 crowd: slides, swings, and enough to climb that they’ll actually be tired by the time you leave. The open grass field gives them room to run, and the layout means you can keep an eye on everything without hovering. Honestly, it’s the kind of spot locals know about but doesn’t get overrun — which is exactly why it works so well for a proper family day out on the Leigh coast.