This sandpit is made from solid wood with an environmentally friendly water-based varnish and plastic-coated corners for safety. It has a height-adjustable canopy with high UV protection which also functions as a lid to keep rain, leaves and animals out of the play area. You also get a water-permeable, root-resistant groundsheet to stop weeds growing up through the sandpit. Shoppers are buzzing about an affordable sand pit with a UV protection sunshade from Lidl, which has garnered attention on social media. While some rushed to get them for their kids, others went shopping for their pooches. Wendy Townsend commented: "Might be worth getting for the dogs in the summer." Want stories like this landing directly in your inbox? Sign up to the PlymouthLive daily newsletter here Lidl's outdoor toy range including a pirate sandpit You can find Lidl's new outdoor play range in stores nationwide now - use the store finder to find out your nearest branch.

Kidadl cannot accept liability for the execution of these ideas, and parental supervision is advised at all times, as safety is paramount. Anyone using the information provided by Kidadl does so at their own risk and we can not accept liability if things go wrong. Sponsorship & Advertising Policy Sandpits offer no end of fun for kids during the summer months. They encourage outdoor play and exercise, while also helping develop your child's creativity skills, as they work at building sand castles and making shapes in the sand, try digging or simply let their imaginations run wild playing with their toys on sunny days in the garden.

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Bringing all the fun of the beach to your home in the form of a sandpit has always been a great way to keep young children entertained.From durable wooden sandpits that are sure to stand the test of time to more low maintenance and affordable plastic options, there's something here for every garden, and every child. Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability. The sand pit, designed for hours of fun in any weather, is made from solid wood with an environmentally-friendly varnish. It features plastic-coated corners for safety and a water-permeable, root-resistant groundsheet. The highlight of the product is its height-adjustable sunshade, which provides excellent UV protection and can also be used as a lid to keep rain, leaves, and animals out of the play area. Additionally, the sand pit includes an "ice cream parlour" play corner with two holes for sand cones and two plastic containers. Its dimensions are H118 x W118 x D118cm.

If you prefer something more classic, we've also found some more subtle and neutral-toned sandpits that should look chic and discreet in any garden, as well as some in bold and bright colours to add a pop of fun to your outside space.Many come with benches and covers to keep your child in the shade, while others boast creative and fun designs, including boats, cars and animals, which are sure to please. As garden toys go, you really can't beat the sandpit as a go-to experience that babies, toddlers and children all love. Not only does it provide hours of fun, but it also gives younger children more of an understanding of their environment, and activities that involve sand can even help them develop their hand-eye coordination and motor skills. To help you find the best children's sandpit for your outside space, we've pulled together some of the best buys around this summer. It's recommended for children aged 1+, and you also get a 3 year warranty so it should last a good while. With much of the novelty of a day out at the beach without any travelling necessary, a sandpit is sure to bring a huge smile to your child's face.