If you’re not interested in sitting indoors playing on your latest computer game and are more interested in getting some fresh air and exercise, then you’ve come to the right place because we have so many outdoor toy ideas that you won’t know what to try out first! Break some bones on rollerskates, or better yet, break a window or two with a boomerang! If you’re the kind to worry about things like that, play it safe with a bouncy castle or a paddling pool, two things that require nothing but a bit of air and a splash of water to become squishy, harmless and entertaining outdoor activities, though the dead of winter isn’t the best time for paddling pools unless you are very cruel parents or are just plain stupid.

If you have the space, think trampolines, play houses, slides and sand pits. If your little darlings are far too energetic for your liking, try getting them a climbing frame to wear them out and give you some peace and quiet. Water games are perfect for the summer months and will do the same thing – keep the kids out from under your feet during the school holidays. We know you get sick of them sometimes. Your secret is safe with us.