Public BBQ Rules & Facilities
Clarence City Council provides free electric BBQs at multiple locations including Cremorne Beach Reserve, Montagu Bay Reserve, Clifton Beach Park, Opossum Bay Park, Geilston Bay Recreation Area, Wentworth Park, and Epping Play Park. All BBQs are free and first-come, first-served.
BBQs used solely for cooking/heating are exempt from backyard burning restrictions.
Check Tasmania Fire Service for current fire bans: 03 6173 2740 or fire.tas.gov.au
Bushland reserves close when a Total Fire Ban is declared.
Public BBQ facilities in Clarence are first-come, first-served and cannot be booked.
For events on council land (1,000+ attendees require 3 months notice), submit application at least 8 weeks before event date.
Requirements: $20 million public liability insurance, risk assessment, food business registration.
Note: Inflatable devices (jumping castles) are prohibited on council land.
Report BBQ or facility issues:
Council aims to respond within 10 business days.
Meat in a Park is not affiliated with Clarence Council. This information is provided as a community guide.
For official rules, current policies, and specific enquiries, please contact Clarence Council directly.
Page updated: 01 Feb 2026