Linklater Reserve is a Palmerston North City Council reserve at 77 Kelvin Grove Road, Kelvin Grove, rated 4.7 from 189 Google reviews. A previous listing describes it as the place to be if you have children, dogs or a plane enthusiast in the family, which hints at play areas, space for dogs and a view of planes.
A good local reserve gives families somewhere free to play, run and relax, with different areas for children, dog walkers and people who just want to sit and watch. If you are visiting with children, look at what play equipment suits their age and where the nearest shade is, and bring water and sun protection. Dog owners should check the rules on leads and areas, and pick up after their pets. Plane spotters do best with a flask and a chair at quieter times, and weekday mornings and evenings are calm, while sunny weekends bring crowds. Check the council's website for any notices on opening, events or closures.
For Kelvin Grove and Palmerston North families, it is a well-reviewed neighbourhood reserve for play, dog walks and watching aircraft.