Best Outdoor Toys on a Budget

The sun is shining, and summer is only around the corner. Now is the time for your little one to enjoy some playtime outside, whether it is in your garden, at the park, at the beach or in the woods.

The benefits of outdoor play for children (and adults) are endless and they will love releasing their energy whilst making the most of the fresh air.

We will guide you through the best garden games and best outdoor toys, on a budget, to be entertained for hours on end with the family.

Water games, to keep cool!

If the sun is shining and the temperatures are climbing, what would be more enjoyable than some water play?

Water blasters:

Great fun on a budget, water basters could be the answer to hot weather and boredom. These can be used to play with parents, siblings or friends and will provide great entertainment for the whole family.
Check our range of water blasters.

Water balloons:

Another classic for water play is the water balloons. Your best asset for a good water fight, these are cheap and easy to use. Check out our Bunch o Balloons!

You can even mix the water blasters and the water balloons by getting your children to shoot the balloons with the water blasters! Make paper targets to aim at with the blasters or balloons.

Plenty of ideas to keep your little ones busy when the weather is at its best.

Bubbles, bubbles!

Here is another fantastic one that is always very popular with children, young and older: BUBBLES!

They come in so many different forms and shapes, there is plenty of choice to keep everyone busy outside. Whether it is a bubble baster for bubble fights, bubble machines just to have bubbles flying everywhere or bubble wands to get your child to make their own bubbles, you have so much to choose from. Our bubbles range will provide you with everything you need.

Bubbles can be used for parties or just to have a relaxing fun-filled moment. And all this, once again, on a budget. You do not need to break the bank to keep your children entertained.

Endless Fun with Sand and Water Tables!

Introducing our Sand and Water tables; the ultimate playtime adventures for curious young minds. Dive into a world of sensory exploration as your little ones build castles, create waterways, and explores sandpits and sand toys by squeezing, squishing and pouring. Perfect for indoor playtime and outdoors.

Ideal for developing creative skills, playing with sand and water table is great fun for children and using specific tools helps small hands get nimble for dressing, drawing, and writing later on. We advise parents and guardians to never leave children unattended when playing in or around water.

Crafted for endless fun and easy cleanup.

Bikes

Pedal into boundless adventures with our children’s bikes. From balance bikes and trikes to Huffy bikes. These vibrant rides are not just wheels – they are gateways to outdoor exploration!

Watch your child embark on thrilling adventures, fostering their love for the great outdoors. Encourage your little cyclists on bike adventures and watch on as they take in fresh air, exercise, and none stop giggles.

The best part? Eventually the whole family can enjoy going on bike rides together. Get busy with bike trails or competitive races in a safe environment, this can be an activity for everyone, no matter their age.

Draw big and bright!

Children love to create bright and colourful drawings.

Introduce them to a variety of arts and crafts for them to be creative and express themselves freely.

Chalk is a great tool to use to draw on the floor, on a wall, on the shed or anywhere! You can also use chalk to play games together such as hopscotch. This will most probably remind you of your childhood and therefore, reinforce the bond with your children.

Games and more games!

There are so many games and activities you can do with children outdoors, it is quite hard to compile them all in one article. However, let us give you some ideas, still on a budget, of games and activities to do outdoors with the family.

• Football: the absolute classic for the outdoors, football toys will allow you and your children to exercise whilst having fun.
• Racket games: tennis, badminton, swingball or paddle. There are quite a few options when it comes to racket games. These will keep your children active and also provide great fun.

We have garden toys such as baseball, bowling, frisbee, archery, ring toss and much more! For more ideas read more on tradition garden games for kids. 

In conclusion, there are many ways to keep your children and family entertained when the sun is out. Get involved in these and create wonderful family bonding time and memories. It also allows your little one to release energy and get active, which is necessary for a healthy body and mind.

Make the most of the sunny weather and get the family active whilst having a lot of fun.

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