Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time to plan endless family beach adventures. We know the thought of keeping kids entertained at the beach can seem a little daunting to some, but it’s all about making the most of your surroundings and dreaming up fun activities that you can all enjoy together. Here are our Co-Founder, Victoria’s top three kids beach activities that she has tried and tested with her family…

Self-filling Swimming Pool

We dig a pool just above the waves (make sure the tide is coming in and if it isn’t, make sure the pool is a little closer to the shore). Once we have dug the pool we then dig a river up to 5 metres into the water… then when the next set comes it fills up… get ready and block the water in with sand. Ta-da! A little paddle pool to play in. SAFETY TIP: I am constantly saying to Theodore “keep your eyes on the horizon” to help him learn t to be aware of the sets coming in. Some waves even up to your knees can knock you to your feet. I am always within a few metres of Ted and he is a strong swimmer.

2. Vine Climbing and Dune Jumping

Treat the vines like rope and climb up the dunes, then run and jump off. A simple game but one that we play every time we visit the beach. SAFETY TIP: Be careful of erosion and only play on sloping dunes not cave-like ones as they are unstable.

3. Nest Building

Theodore is reptile obsessed so a “komodo’ nest is something we make every time we go to the beach. It could be a bird nest or whatever interests your child. We collect anything we can find on the beach - shells, sticks and sea sponges, and then we decorate and make a nest. Sometimes this turns into an entire village… It’s so fun and the best part is that I get to sit down while we play this one. Winning!

Last tip: When we leave the beach we always take three for the sea to keep our beaches clean.