We went for the 8ft Quick Up Pool which promised speedy setup and fill-up and the perfect dimensions for our terrace garden. Compared to other far smaller pools which only cost around £10 less, this really is cracking value for money (especially as we got £5 off too!).

Paddling pools splitting their sides, frisbees and balls lost to the neighbour’s dog and spades buried at the beach never to be found again. Let’s be honest kids are a bit of a disaster zone when it comes to their toys and things only get worse when they head inside…