These paddling pools for kids, pets and adults will see you through the sweltering UK temperatures this week
It’s a bit hot, isn’t it? In fact, it’s being predicted that we’ll see record-breaking temperatures in some parts of the UK towards Thursday. So if you’re panicking, wondering how to keep yourself, your kids or your pets cool, we have a trick up our sleeves: a paddling pool.
Whether you have a roomy garden, a smaller patio or just enough outdoor space for a rectangular lilo, we’ve been searching for the very best pop-up pools to lounge around in, with prices from as low as £12. Even better, some can even be with you, or be picked up from a local click-and-collect from as early as tomorrow.
With brands ranging from Asda to Argos and Amazon, here are our top paddling picks…
SPLASH! 6ft Inflatable Swimming Pool
Shop it for £37.99 from Amazon
One of the biggest selling points here is the size. At 6ft wide, it’s large enough for multiple children to splash around in, or for adults to cool off alongside them. The quick 10-minute setup means less time wrestling with inflatables and more time enjoying the sunshine, too. The option to connect a garden hose or filter pump is also nice, helping to keep the water cleaner if you’re planning to leave it up for more than a day or two. The best part is you can Prime order it for tomorrow.
Rosewood Green Checkered Paddling Pool for Dogs
Shop it for £30 from Argos
If your dog treats every puddle like a personal swimming pool, this reinforced design could be for you. Made from claw-resistant PVC with sturdy panels for extra durability, it’s designed to withstand plenty of enthusiastic paddling and scrambling in and out. The built-in drain valve makes emptying and cleaning easier, and when summer’s over, it can double as a ball pit to keep pets entertained year-round.
Rectangular Classic Pool
Shop it for £12.75 from George at Asda
Sized for children aged six and over, it offers plenty of room for splashing and play, while thought-out details like the built-in drainage plug and quick-deflate valve make packing it away at the end of summer quick and easy. A good. bargain option as well if you just want something to see you through the next few days. Plus, you can pick it up from your local shop.
Bestway Inflatable Sweet Shop Paddling Pool for Kids
Shop it for £18.99 from Amazon
Ideal for younger children, this paddling pool features a built-in canopy that provides a welcome patch of shade on sunny days. I also like the bright sweet-inspired print for a bit of fun. The durable vinyl construction should stand up well to regular use, and the easy-drain valve means you won’t be left wrestling with buckets of water when it’s time to pack it away.
Bestway Fashion Lounger
Shop it for £17.99 from Robert Dyas
For anyone working from home during a heatwave, this inflatable lounge gives a tempting alternative to eating lunch at your desk. Complete with an arm and neck rest, built-in cup holder and a section to dip your feet in the water, it’s designed for maximum relaxation between meetings. Best paired with a sprinkler.
