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George Thornton Reserve

Dogs welcome — rules apply•Dog rules

Updated 13 July 2026

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George Thornton Reserve is a tidy park in West Pennant Hills with a cafe, a playground and BBQ facilities. Dogs are welcome on-leash, kept clear of playgrounds and sports fields, with parking and toilets on hand. It is a comfortable spot for an easy local walk. A pleasant on-leash park with good facilities.

Dog rules

Under the Companion Animals Act 1998, dogs must be on-leash at all times in all parks and public places. Dogs are prohibited within 10 metres of children's playground equipment and food preparation areas, from active sports fields during organised sport, public bathing areas, school grounds, and child care centres. Dog faeces must be removed immediately. (Source: The Hills Shire Council — Stay out of the Doghouse, thehills.nsw.gov.au.)

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Before you go

  • 💧No confirmed drinking water — bring your own to be safe.
  • 🌳No shade confirmed — take it easy on warmer days.
  • 🗑Poo bags not confirmed — best to bring your own.

What people say

LLLee L.
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★★★☆☆3 years ago

Play equipment, toilets and BBQs are still in operation, but the walking track, cricket nets and playing fields are inaccessible due to major earthworks which are also very noisy. Should be OK when it's finished ... some time in 2024.

RJRupali J.
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★★★★★8 months ago

Great upgrade to the grounds. With sandstone retaining walls and metal fence to stop balls flying around and great way to practice soccer. Love the grounds with trees surrounding the oval

LLukeismetoo
Google Maps
★★★★★3 years ago

Really nice grounds; our youngest played soccer here and was able to go to the nearby playground straight after. They had a great time! Excellent setup with the carpark too. I love how this field is set in the middle of the residential area - I've passed it a few times now without even noticing it!😆

SISantosh I.
Google Maps
★★★★★5 years ago

Very nice place to have a walk. Has a huge football ground as well as cricket turfs and basketball area for recreation. Has ample kids play area too. Overall a nice place to walk and exercise. Loved to spot the parrots and birds on the trees while having a stroll.

AGAmy-Lee G.
Google Maps
★★★★★6 years ago

Nice small play ground based around nature for children and lovely walking track and excersise equipment. Plus a sports ground and pre school on site aswell.

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