![]() "But often we take it outside in the summer, turn it on its side and it’s a rocket apparently! Occasionally, we take it down and it folds away nicely for storage ready for when it next comes out." "Currently, it houses our ball pit," she says. ![]() Jessica, mum of our child testers for the circus tent, said it's been a big hit in her home. You can collapse the poles and fold the tent flat for storage but there’s no storage bag to keep it all in so, which makes carting it around on your travels a little trickier. The material is robust enough for outdoor play – although the base is not very thick and, on a windy day, you’ll need to be sure to put a few things inside the tent to weigh it down and stop it blowing away. It is reasonably big, simple to put up, extremely lightweight and has a tie-back doorway (but no window) and a detachable red flag at the top. With a bright, playful 'big top' design, this pop-up circus tent is amazing value for money. Habitat Sienna Jungle Play Tent, £30 – Best animal themeĪge suitability: 18 months+ | Best for ages: 2 to 5 years | Size: 100cm diameter x H120cm | Material: Polyester, with plastic rods | Weatherproof: No | Base included: Yes | Accessories: None Here's our pick of the best play tents and teepees 1. There are also play tents with UV protective coatings, offering some protection on sunny days. Some will be waterproof enough to survive a shower, while others will need to be quickly whisked inside if the weather turns. ![]() Is it weatherproof? – If you are planning to use the play tent or teepee outside, look at whether the material has any weatherproof coatings. If there is no base, you might want to consider getting a padded mat to go in it to make it more comfortable to play in. Consider your child's interests and whether they will want a tent decorated with something they love or something more neutral where they can use their imagination to make their den into anything they want.ĭoes it have a base? – Some tents come with fitted groundsheets, while others will just go straight onto the floor or ground. Some are pop-up tents, which will spring up in seconds and fold down flat, while others will need to be attached to poles.ĭoes it have a theme? – Some play tents come in specific shapes like vehicles or types of buildings, while others are designed to fit a certain theme. Look at how they are put together and how much effort is needed. Is it easy to put up? – One of the big advantages of a play tent or teepee is that you can put them up and take them down, so they don't have to be a permanent fixture. Also consider how small it packs down when it isn’t in use as you'll need somewhere to store it. If you're planning to keep it up most of the time, consider whether you have the space. Think about the area it will take up and how high it is. How big is it? – Knowing the size of the tent or teepee will be crucial when it comes to selecting the one which is right for you. What to look for when choosing a play tent or teepee? Best for sun protection: Cabana Kids Lillie Tent, £139.Best for muted colours: Great Little Trading Company teepee, £53.60.Best luxury buy: Kids Teepee Set Little Queen - £132.Best for active play: Elephant play tent with tunnel, £24.95.Best for bedrooms: Djeco Indoor Play Tent, £59.50. ![]()
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