We are very fortunate to have 3 beautiful parks within our community. Our Parks team is very keen on making these spaces even better for our families and children, and visitors. We are always looking for more ideas and support.
We are trying to make these spaces litter-free and child-friendly at all times.
Please make use of the bins.
Report overflowing bins and illegal dumping on the CoCT C3 app or call 0860 103 089 or online at www.capetown.gov.za/servicerequests
Keep our Parks clean and safe for everyone to use.
CHOO CHOO PARK
Choo Choo Park – our famous train has a history ……. The Choo Choo Park is named after the steam train installed in the middle of the park. The 0-4-0 saddle-tank locomotive was built by the Brooks Locomotive Works in 1896 with the serial number 2725. It was originally run by the Transvaal & Delgoa Bay Collieries Ltd near Witbank after which it was acquired by the City of Cape Town to work the Dock Road and the Table Bay Power Stations at the foreshore. During this later period of its working life the train acquired the nickname “Dyna-Mo” or “Dinah-Mo”. The train was moved to its present position in Choo Choo Park some time after the closure of the power stations in 1962. (Wikipedia, 2024)
The Choo Choo Park is the 4th largest park (out of 17 parks) in Ward 58, measuring 7728,41 square metres. The park is situated at the corner of Cleveland and Belvedere Roads, Claremont.
The park has toilets which are manned by a CoCT toilet attendant. It has swings and a large grassy area with seating. Bring your kids, bring your dogs (and poop bags) and come and enjoy the park. Litter bins are provided.
LAURIER PARK
Laurier Park is situated at the corner of Laurier and Weskrom Roads in Claremont, and is the smallest park in Ward 58. It is mostly used by families living in the area. There are several brightly coloured structures to climb over and many trees for shade.
TREE HAVEN PARK
Tree Haven Park is the 7th largest park in Ward 58, measuring 4687.94 square metres. It is situated at the corner of Treehaven and Bassett Roads, Claremont. There is a huge grassed area and playground equipment.
Contact our PARKS team if you have any suggestions or would like to volunteer to contribute your time or energy in some small way – it’s a great way to get involved and meet the neighbours in your “hood”. Email: parks@beca.org.za