Percy’s Playground Is Quietly Becoming Perth’s New Family Go-To

If you’ve ever tried to enjoy a long lunch with kids in tow, you’ll know the sweet spot is somewhere between good food and guaranteed entertainment. Enter Percy’s Playground, the leafy new outdoor extension of the Stirling Arms Hotel that’s quietly becoming a go-to for families in the know.

Designed with little legs and big imaginations in mind, the space is anchored by an epic two-storey nature playground from Nature Based Play (the same crew behind Clancy’s popular playground in Fremantle), encouraging hours of free play. Shade sails and misters keep things comfortable on warmer days, while younger visitors can potter around the sandpit or settle into a toy-filled games corner. Depending on the day, there’s often an extra layer of fun too, with pop-up entertainment like face painting fairies and other playful surprises making appearances.

Food-wise, Percy’s Playground understands the brief. Kids’ meal packs strike that elusive balance between something parents can feel good about and the familiar favourites kids actually want to eat—think dino nuggets, spaghetti bolognese and hot chips, with a little fruit and veg tucked in for good measure. Adults, meanwhile, can settle in with quality coffee, cold beers and classic pub fare, all within easy reach of the playground, so no one feels rushed or pulled in opposite directions.

Set in Guildford on the edge of the Swan Valley, Percy’s Playground feels like the kind of place locals will return to again and again—easy, relaxed and genuinely family-friendly. It’s also an ideal pit stop for day trippers looking to stretch out a visit to the area, especially over the school holidays. Book ahead if you like to plan, or wander in and see where the day takes you.

If you’re chasing more fam-friendly vibes, check out our favourite kid-friendly restaurants and things to do with kids.

Writer

Claire Logan

7 January 2026

Hailing from Perth, the most isolated city in the world, Claire has built a media career around connecting people with the places, experiences and products they'll love. Whether putting locals onto the hottest new wine bar, helping travellers uncover the city's hidden gems, or gushing about the coolest sneakers, she's never short of a good recommendation. Away from the laptop, she's likely feeding her oyster addiction somewhere by the sea, with a good dirty martini in hand.