KIDS’ ADVENTURE
These pieces of kit will aid trouble-free adventures, whatever age your kids are
ICE-COLD FLASK
Ever nd that the ice cream van is never there when you want it? This is where Hydro’s 12oz kids’ ask comes in handy; it will keep treats ice cold for up to 24 hours. The handy little straw built into the lid makes it easy to drink without spillages and the powder-coated exterior gives a non-slip grip for small hands (£19.99, futureproof.life).
MINI MICRO SCOOTER
I bought my daughter’s Mini Micro Classic scooter when she was a year old, and ve years later it is still going strong. Thanks to the clever three-wheel design of the Mini Micro, as soon as kids can walk they can scoot – so instead of rushing them along on an outing, you’ll be running to keep up (£49.95, micro-scooters.co.uk).
ACTIVE BEACHWEAR
In true Scandi style, Reima’s Xylitol range of beachwear is the perfect blend of style and practicality. The whole collection is UV-resistant, so you don’t need to worry about sun-cream washing off in the sea (which is bad for both the environment and children’s skin). The fabrics are designed with a touch of stretch and elasticated waists add to the comfort, while breathable materials help make sure that kids won’t get too hot and bothered on those balmy summer days (£15-35, reima.com).
CLASSIC BACKPACK
Fjallraven’s iconic Kanken Mini backpack is perfect for carrying kit. Simple and strong, it has a single outer pouch and spacious inner space. Its quality is evident by the feel of the fabric, zips and small touches like a back support that doubles up as a cushion. And with 38 different colours, there’s a style to suit every personality (£75, fjallraven.com).
LIGHTWEIGHT HEAD TORCH
This ingenious headlamp from BioLite weighs just 50g, and instead of needing AAA batteries like most head torches, it charges by USB (lasting 40 hours on LO mode from a single charge). It feels as if you are just wearing a headband, comfy for young children. Charge it up with a BioLite solar panel, teaching kids that we can power our lives with renewable energy (£44.95, uk.bioliteenergy.com).
BEACH SHOES
My kids and I rarely wear shoes, but every so often there is a beach so rugged it de es our leather-hard soles. Reima’s Aqua shoes save the day. The tough thermoplastic soles are perfect for scrabbling over rocks, but still light enough for swimming while breathable material makes them comfortable for running around the beach (£26, reima.com).
SHORT-SLEEVE DRYROBE
We have a family set of Dryrobes, for two adults and two kids. My six-year-old daughter loves snuggling up in hers on wet walks when a normal jacket just is not long enough, and they are perfect for climbing into when it gets a little chilly during late summer barbecues. But what they are really designed for is warming you up after a cold swim, for which they are perfectly suited thanks to the wind/waterproof exterior and luscious interior (£75, dryrobe.com).
ECO JACKET
Reima’s Voyager jacket is comfortable, warm, windproof and rainproof. Made from a mono-material it is 100% recyclable, showing children how a sustainable future is possible. For every Voyager jacket sold Reima donates €10 to #OURSEA campaign, which funds the removal of 40kg of toxic algae from the sea (£95, reima.com).
FILTER WATER BOTTLE
Keeping kids hydrated in summer is a full-time job. But if they have a favourite water bottle, they are more likely to keep topped up. The Lifestraw Play is practical – sturdy and leak-proof, it has an ingenious
ltration system that stops bacteria, parasites, micro-plastics, chemicals and heavy metals (£35.99, addnature.co.uk).