There are two types of people in the world: those who can sit for hours doing nothing, and those who get twitchy after five minutes of downtime. Fall into the latter camp? It’s likely that a heatwave-induced trip to the coast or an evening spent in your local park isn’t going to be complete without an activity or two. Relinquish your can of hard seltzer and relive your year six P.E. lessons with Professor Puzzle’s team rounders game at your next picnic (£15), or opt for Sunny Life’s bat and ball set (£25) with zodiac-inspired illustrations by Sydney-based artist Daimon Downey if you’re heading to the beach with a competitive mate.
Jaques London’s three-feet-tall Jenga (£39.99) will reconnect you with your inner child no matter where you are but if you’re looking for a more grown-up garden game, NoBodinoz’s quaint wooden croquet set (£82.49) is what to bring to your in-laws’ garden barbecue. And if you’re one to take everything but the kitchen sink on outings, Sarah Campbell’s badminton racquets and shuttlecocks (£86) come complete with matching carry case for your journey – however, from previous experience, we suggest leaving it at home on breezy days. For the ultimate dual-purpose summer accessory – and something your more sloth-like friends will be happy to join – Sunny Life’s pink micro-fibre towel (£34) doubles up as a chequers and backgammon board for a beach-ready tournament, complete with wooden playing pieces. Game on.