Queens Park

Address

10A Milford Street, Ipswich

District: 1


Description

To ensure the safety of our community, we have decided to take a number of measures to reduce the risk of spread of COVID-19. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Queens Park contains significant cultural heritage values not only for Ipswich but for Queensland.

Queens Park was the first park to be developed in Queensland, first being surveyed in 1842. Its original architectural design dates back to 1862 and is perhaps Ipswich's most well know landmark. Visitors to the park will experience old world charm with modern day conveniences.

With its close proximity to the Ipswich city centre, Queens Park allows easy access to shady gardens and a relaxing lunch time outing.

Features of the park include extensive formalised garden beds, Nerima Gardens (a Japanese-styled garden), the Ipswich Nature Centre, children's play facilities, Bush House, Bush Chapel, Queens Park Croquet Hall, several sporting clubs, cafe and Environmental Education Centre.

Queens Park Map (PDF, 1.3 MB)
Queens Park Brochure (PDF, 294.4 KB)

Ipswich Nature Centre

Visit the Ipswich Nature Centre page for more information.

Nerima Gardens

Visit the Nerima Gardens page for more information.

Queens Park Croquet Hall

Visit the Queens Park Croquet Hall page for more information.

Queens Park Nursery

See opening times below and more information on the nursery, free plants and planting on Council's Gardening webpage.

Queens Park Environmental Education Centre

QPEEC conference room is not bookable for functions or meetings, with the exception of Environmental Groups, who may request use of the room if available. Due to the nature of school excursions and programmed activities during school holidays and events, this request is entirely dependent on availability. To request or check conference room availability please email QPEEC staff at environment@ipswich.qld.gov.au

Visit the Queens Park Environmental Education Centre for more information.

Opening Times

Queens Park Environmental Education Centre

Address

Queens Park
Merle Finimore Avenue
Ipswich

Cost

Free entry

Opening Hours

Tuesday - Saturday
9.00 am - 2.00 pm

School HolidaysMonday - Saturday
9.00 am - 2.00 pm


Closed on Public holidays.

Enquiries

(07) 3810 6666

Conference Room
Bookings

  • Use of this facility requires a permit
  • Permit times must include the entire time the facility is required for including set-up and pack-up
  • A bond and key deposit are required
  • Permit holder must be on-site to provide access to a third party if required e.g. a caterer

Features

Sports fields/courts
  • Croquet
  • Lawn Bowls
  • Tennis
Recreation
  • Open Kick Around Area
  • Playground Equipment
  • Recreational Pathways
Other Facilities
  • BBQs
  • Bush Chapel
  • Car Parking
  • Disabled Access
  • Drinking Water
  • Gazebos/Rotunda/Shelters
  • Hall/Clubhouse/Function Room
  • Monument/Memorial
  • Natural Or Constructed Lookout
  • Picnic Facilities/Seats/Benches
  • Power
  • Public Toilets
Can be used for
  • Ceremony

Map

Queens Park

A permit/licence is required to use the following areas within Queens Park. Using the information provided please ensure you select an area suitable for your event (Clubs/Seasonal Sporting users, please use the application form in the Sport page).

Standard Conditions for each area can be viewed below. To apply for a Park & Facility Use Permit/Licence please complete an application form for assessment of your proposed event.

Please view the area conditions prior to applying for a permit/licence.

The permit holder must produce for inspection, the permit granted by the local government, upon request of an authorised person.

Please click on the name of each area to view its booking calendar (if available) and check availability for your event date/s before submitting your application for use.

Area Times Capacity Power (on-site) Standard Conditions
Bush Chapel 6:00am-6:00pm 120 Yes View
Zone 1 6:00am-6:00pm 200 No View
Zone 2 6:00am-6:00pm 200 No View

Application method

Please select how you would like to apply:

The prescribed fee in accordance with Council’s Fees and Charges will be required when submitting an application (if applicable). Please refer to Council’s Fees and Charges

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