DS Bull Oval, Macleay Park

DS Bull Oval, located in Macleay Park, Balwyn North, is a versatile cricket ground that caters to a wide range of sports and activities. With its synthetic cricket pitch and cricket nets featuring 5 lanes, this oval is ideal for cricket enthusiasts of all skill levels.

The oval is designed to meet the needs of various sports, including AFL, soccer, cricket, outdoor fitness training, and general sports. It has a spacious perimeter of 442 metres, offering ample playing area for sporting events and training sessions. Please note that casual bookings do not include sportsground lighting.

In addition to its sports facilities, DS Bull Oval also offers a variety of public amenities to enhance visitors' experience. These include a barbecue area, drinking fountain, off-lead dog area, parking spaces, playground, seating, and tables. Public facilities are free for all oval visitors to use and are not included as part of a booking.

When it comes to parking and transport, the car park is conveniently located off Belmore Road, ensuring easy access for visitors. For those using public transportation, the park is just 1. 1 km away from the number 48 tram stop.

DS Bull Oval is available for bookings seven days a week, including public holidays. The booking times vary based on the season: from April to October, the oval can be booked from 7 am to 6 pm, and from November to March, the booking hours extend from 8 am to 8 pm.

To make a booking, the minimum notice required is five full business days. The casual sportsground booking fee is $69 per hour. To learn more about fees and bonds, please refer to the Fees for open space bookings page. Prior to making a booking, it is essential to review the Terms and Conditions of hire.

To ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience, it is recommended to familiarise yourself with our Outdoor event requirements page. Here, you will find valuable information about permitted items and activities, notice periods, as well as permits and documentation you may need for your event.

While casual sportsground bookings do not include line marking services or access to power, DS Bull Oval strives to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for all visitors. However, please be aware that we may need to close the oval at short notice if severe weather conditions affect the surface's condition.

For any assistance regarding bookings or any changes you may need to make, feel free to contact us at (03) 9278 4444 or via email at boroondara@boroondara. Vic. Gov. au.

Our friendly staff will be more than happy to assist you.

Visit our Macleay Park page for more information about this venue and its facilities.