Trampolines, Slides & Seesaws: Backyard Essentials for All-Year Fun

Year-Round Outdoor Toys for Kids: Turn Your Garden into a Play-Filled Adventure Zone with Little Gliders

Whether it’s the warmth of spring sunshine or a crisp autumn afternoon, the garden is an ever-changing playground waiting to be explored. With the right outdoor toys, your backyard can become a year-round space for excitement, energy release, and healthy development.

At Little Gliders, we believe in outdoor fun that lasts beyond the summer holidays. Here’s how to turn your garden into a safe and stylish play zone with long-lasting favourites like trampolines, slides, and seesaws.

Why the Garden Is the Perfect Playground

Backyard play encourages active lifestyles without the need for screens or scheduled outings. Children can play freely, explore at their own pace, and return again and again to familiar toys—each time with new ideas and growing skills.

Outdoor play supports:

• Physical health and gross motor development
  
• Better sleep and emotional well-being
  
• Independent and social play
  
• Vitamin D exposure and connection with nature
  

Backyard Stars from the Little Gliders Collection

1. Trampolines: Bounce, Balance, and Build Confidence

A staple of active outdoor play, trampolines offer more than just fun—they’re packed with developmental benefits. Jumping improves muscle tone, coordination, and cardiovascular health while releasing energy in a focused, joyful way.

Our trampolines are built with padded frames, weather-resistant materials, and safety nets to ensure secure bouncing sessions all year round. Choose from compact sizes for smaller gardens or larger frames for families with multiple children.

They’re a great investment for children who love movement and benefit from regular bursts of activity throughout the day.

🏆 Our Pick: Gonge Baby Trampoline

2. Slides: Classic Thrills for All Ages

Slides bring instant joy and encourage children to climb, balance, and plan their movements. They also teach cause and effect in a simple, intuitive way.

Little Gliders offers slides that are compact enough for small outdoor spaces while remaining sturdy and safe for frequent use. Rounded edges, stable bases, and easy-to-clean surfaces make them a favourite with both children and parents.

Pair a slide with a climbing frame or use it as a standalone centrepiece in your garden for spontaneous bursts of laughter and learning.

🏆 Our Pick: Jupiduu Indoor Slide

3. Seesaws: Social Play with a Bounce

The humble seesaw has stood the test of time, and for good reason. This simple piece of equipment builds teamwork, timing, and trust between playmates. It also strengthens core muscles and encourages rhythmic, cooperative movement.

Many of our seesaws are made from weather-resistant materials and offer a smooth, gentle bounce that’s safe even for younger children. With wide bases and easy-grip handles, they’re ideal for early social development and sibling bonding.

🏆 Our Pick: Gonge Round Seesaw

Tips for Year-Round Outdoor Play

• Think Seasonal: Invest in durable, weatherproof designs that can withstand both sun and rain.
  
• Maximise Safety: Use rubber mats or soft grass areas beneath climbing and jumping toys.
  
• Store Smartly: Choose foldable or compact designs when space is limited or for winter storage.
  
• Layer Up: With the right clothing, children can enjoy outdoor play even in cooler weather.
  

Turn Your Garden into a Growth Zone

With just a few well-chosen pieces—like a trampoline for movement, a slide for climbing, and a seesaw for sharing—your outdoor space can become a zone for daily adventures and big developmental wins.

At Little Gliders, we’re proud to stock garden-friendly toys that are as beautiful as they are practical—made for safe, stylish play through all four seasons.

Explore our Toys for Outdoor Play collection and give your child a reason to step outside every day of the year.