Sports Grounds

Devonport has a number sporting grounds available to sporting groups and the general public. Any sporting organisations wishing to use one of the sports grounds should contact Council on (03) 6424 0511 regarding availability. A casual use application form (available from Council) must be submitted with any booking request.

Closure of Sports Grounds

During periods of wet weather, Council may close sports grounds to protect the condition of the playing surface. Every effort is made to ensure that grounds are in the best possible condition for matches with minimal inconvenience to users.

Facility< d> Current Status Next Inspection
Devonport Oval - bounded by Fenton Street, James Street and Clements Street, is the major sporting facility in the city. It is primarily used for football, cricket, athletics and cycling. Open
Byard Park - bounded by George Street, James Street and Gunn Street, is used for junior football and cricket. Open
Meercroft Park - bounded by Bluff Road, William Street and North Street, is used for touch football, soccer, hockey and softball. Open
Devonport Soccer Centre - located in Lovett Street is the city's only dedicated soccer ground. Open
Girdlestone Park - located on the corner of John Street and Caroline Street, East Devonport, is used for football, cricket and athletics. Open
Maidstone Park - located in Mersey Main Road, Spreyton, is used for football, cricket and baseball Open
Don Recreation Ground - located in Richardson Drive, Don, is used for cricket, rugby and soccer. Open
St Georges Oval - located in Brooke Street, East Devonport. Open
Eugene Street Playing Field - located on the corner of William Street and Eugene Street, is used for soccer. Open

Useful Links:

Sport & Recreation Tasmania

Football Federation Tasmania

AFL Tasmania

Cricket Tasmania

Hockey Tasmania

Basketball Tasmania

Netball Tasmania