10 Best Beach Toys UK 2024 | Spades, Buckets, Cameras for Kids and More

You really can't go wrong with a frisbee! Waboba is a Swedish brand with its finger on the pulse when it comes to sports equipment and outdoor games, and one of their top-selling products is this mini frisbee, which is just a little smaller than the classic children's toy.

What we like, aside from the price, is that it provides hours of throwing, catching and general merriment. It comes in a range of stylish and colourful designs, and the small size not only saves space in your backpack or boot, but means younger children can get in on the action too!

Life's a beach for your little mermaids with this dreamy set of shell-shaped sand and water play toys. Great for keeping toddlers and young children busy, it can be used to help develop fine motor skills, or for siblings to nurture the fine art of sharing.

We really rate the pretty designs, and the scallop, starfish, conch shell and two friendly jellyfish will give your kids an idea of the wildlife living just below the sea's surface. But their biggest selling point is the fact they're made from recycled plastic that would have otherwise been destined to float in the ocean. Don't take our word for it though, click and sea for your shellfish!

Your young'uns will have to fight the grown-ups for a go on this simple cricket set. It's actually aimed at four to eight year olds, as a means of introducing children to the love of cricket early on. However, we think it would work well as an accessible game for every generation.

Ideally played on a nice, long, fairly empty stretch of beach, this cricket set is compact and easy to transport. It provides an official activity for everyone to get involved with, and is durable enough that it can be hauled out year after year for beach side fun.

This super-varied sand play set couldn't be more jolly if it tried! Whilst suitable for an only child, there are so many pieces we reckon as many as five little ones could enjoy it with minimal squabbling. Kids can have fun pouring water with the smooth-handled watering can, print fish and frog shapes in the sand, scoop, dig and even sieve!

We not only love the chirpy primary colours, but the durable, non-toxic and eco-friendly plastic, which is totally safe for sensitive little hands. Come sunset, the netting bag helps you scoop up every last toy and easily transport them home for garden or bath-time fun.

Just right for two, this set is perfect for a paddle ball tournament waist-deep in the waves or back-and-forth batting near the picnic mat. We adore the tropical palm design in bright beachy shades of fuchsia, sunshine yellow and green.

This toy is great for keeping fidgety kids occupied, particularly those aged seven and above who are confident with their hand-eye co-ordination. Its' even an option for large families, as long as people are willing to wait their turn! Just be aware that MDF is not the most water-resistant, so do dry these bats carefully if they get splashed.

This toy camera is an excellent way to encourage and nurture your child's creativity. It's also a great way for them to begin making memories of their own. 5 megapixel lens will enable them to capture photos and videos, which they can even edit by adding funny effects. 

Available in blue or pink, your child can enjoy a variety of functions, including voice recording features, playing around with fun effects, and learning games. While this is more suited towards mature kids who have shown a creative side, we think every child will have fun with this camera. 

For something a little different that needn't be confined to the beach, we've chosen this cheerful set of party bubbles and wand, with toys inside that your young ones can collect. A cloud of bubbles always gets people talking, so your little one can provide entertainment for others at the beach and maybe even make some seaside pals.

We like this as an alternative to rough and ready ball games, which not all young'uns are up for. This sensory play may please shy, quiet and creative kids, or even children with Autism who want a peaceful game free of excessive talking or touch. 

There really is no limit to the amount of fun one family and their friends can have with a bouncy ball. This one is extra good as it actually ricochets off the water itself, making it an ultra-lightweight and space-saving beach toy that's  perfect for a game of catch in the shallows.

This is a great toy for families of mixed ages and only children will enjoy hurling it about just as much as a larger clan. That said, this lycra-covered ball has a layer of thermoplastic, which is not the best environmentally, but should last through years of wear. 

You'll be amazed how long toddlers and babies can spend serving up scoop after scoop of delicious, moreish sand. This pretty, 16 piece pastel-coloured set is perfect for helping your cuties build their motor skills, recognise colours and roleplay serving and eating.

This set includes 2 cakes, 2 scoops, 4 ice creams and cones, and 2 cupcake holders that you can simply dump into the large bucket when it's time to leave. The special cover will not just ensure nothing spills out, but it also functions as a holder for the ice cream cones! However, you do have to watch out that no sand is actually consumed.

This dinosaur inflatable beach ball is not only fascinating to look at, your child can also enjoy tossing it around in a game of throw and catch. The best bit about this ball is its negligible weight. In fact, you'll hardly notice it once deflated and folded into the pocket of your beach bag!

A possible downside is that not everyone will jump at the chance to blow this ball up, and on windy days, there may be a lot of chasing after it - plus the risk of it getting carried away to sea.