Spring is springing and it’s the perfect time to think about getting your outdoor space ready for play. According to the NHS, toddlers should be spending at least three hours per day doing physical activity, and getting outside in nature has many benefits – from better sleep, to boosting calmness. Whether you’ve got a garden, outdoor terrace, balcony, or you’ll be spending summer in the park, we’ve rounded up all the best outdoor toys for little ones to help playing outside more fun.

Outdoor toys for little ones this summer

An eco-friendly scooter

If your little one is ready to learn to scoot this spring, then look no further than the new Banwood Eco Collection. Made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic (repurposed from discarded bottles, bags, cups and fishing nets, sourced through certified waste disposal partners), the collection includes the classic 3-wheel Banwood scooter and helmet for little ones aged 3+. Available in a rainbow of delicious dusky hues, it’s not only more sustainable, but it’s at a lower price point than the classic collection too.

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A magical garden play tent

This pretty play tent by Minicamp at Scandiborn is handmade from natural OEKO-TEX cotton. It’s the perfect garden hideaway for springtime picnics, imaginative play, and would also be great for summer parties al fresco. Hours of outdoor fun.

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The grow-with-your-little-one trike

This new Little Dutch 4-in-1 trike at Scandiborn grows with your little one, making it a sustainable buy. Perfect for getting little ones out in the garden, it’s also great for the journey to nursery, or the park. We love how pretty it is too.

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The versatile stepping stones

The most versatile toy, these Staplestein pebbles are great for open-ended play. They can be stacked and used as a stool, laid out into a path for jumping over or stepping along, or used as bowls to collect garden treasures. Your little one will be sure to think up lots of other ideas too (which will most likely include using them as a sunhat!).

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The pretty flower press

This super cute Flower Press from Jojo Maman Bebe is perfect for learning about all of the flora and fauna in your garden, or local park or woodland. Easy for little ones to do, they’ll love examining their found treasures up close once pressed.

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The mini gardening set

Perfect for budding gardeners, this Bigjigs at Soren’s House caddy contains everything little ones need to have a go at planting in your garden, or window box. A great toy for learning about nature, plants, flowers, and vegetables.

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The messy play outdoor kitchen

Messy play is so important in the early years, and this sustainably-made mud kitchen from Bigjigs at Soren’s House encourages open-ended exploration, and creativity. Make mud pies, stir up a flower potion, or serve up some soil sandwiches. It comes with all the accessories little ones need for hours of outdoor fun.

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The smart trike

This compact folding Trike from Doona has five different modes: parent/push/tricycle/bike/and folded. Little ones can use it independently, and you can also push it, making it a great option for travelling and getting out and about this summer.

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