Stratford Recreation Reserve

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Stratford Recreation Reserve - Wellsford St, Stratford VIC 3862, Australia
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Situated along the Avon River, the Stratford Recreation Reserve (including its popular precinct at Pine Lodge) serves as a vital sport and social hub for the local community. It provides open space, traditional turf playing fields, and hardcourt facilities that accommodate a diverse range of seasonal and year-round users.

The reserve is predominantly utilized by local organized sporting clubs, community groups, and casual visitors:

  • Stratford Cricket Club: A major tenant during the summer months, the club utilizes the turf cricket pitches for practice sessions and regular weekend competition days across both senior and junior divisions within the Sale-Maffra Cricket Association.
  • Stratford Tennis Club: Affiliated with the Wellington Tennis Association, the club features multiple tennis courts and supports roughly 65 members. It brings steady foot traffic to the reserve by running junior, senior, and weeknight social competitions, as well as dedicated ladies' morning tennis.
  • Community Groups & Committees: The ground is overseen by a local Committee of Management. Nearby community entities—such as the Stratford Men's Shed, Lions Club, and local theater groups—frequently utilize or interact with the broader reserve network for regional meetings and community activities.
  • Casual Users & Walkers: Beyond structured sports, local residents regularly use the reserve's open green spaces for dog walking, personal fitness, and family recreation.



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