Materials: Mud kitchens are usually made from wood as it’s attractive and sturdy, and if it has been treated with weatherproof varnish by you or the manufacturer, it will be protected from wind, rain and snow for at least two years. If you’re interested in sustainability, look for products made from FSC-certified wood. This fantastic kitchen has a clever working tap, two large chalkboards, a realistic four-ring hob and ample storage space. It also comes with robust stainless steel accessories that are fun to use and can be hung from handy hooks. Furniture, large play equipment, heavy items etc or items marked with **may incur an additional delivery charge to Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Offshore Islands and some parts of Scotland.

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The TP Muddy Madness Mud Kitchen is a thoughtfully designed toy that encourages lots of creative play, from preparing ‘veg’ on the removable countertop to washing up in the large sink underneath. There’s plenty of room and a variety of play zones and activities, so up to three children can easily play together. Space: The room in your garden or yard should be essential to your decision. Measure the area you have in mind; maybe it’s near the outdoor tap or the storage for the soil, sand and toys needed, and compare it to the mud kitchen that’s caught your eye. My daughter has the Chad Valley one from Argos... it's brilliant, she got it for her birthday in the summer & absolutely loves it” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user TellerTuesday4EVA) Environmentally friendly! Made with FSC certified wood, meaning the wood for this mud kitchen was responsibly sourced.

There’s also plenty of storage space, a four-ring hob with knobs and a built-in oven for baking mud pies. A robust stainless steel pan and utensils are included, and there’s a large chalkboard for practising menu writing. The idea is to use primarily mud or sand to play with but kids can also use anything they can find outside such as leaves, flowers, twigs, pebbles and more. For children, the summer holidays are all about playing outdoors with their toys. Kids love getting grubby in the garden, digging in the soil, collecting leaves and generally enjoying the freedom of playing outside — and a mud kitchen is one way to allow them to safely explore this urge.Mud kitchens vary quite a bit in height – it’s worth finding a kitchen that has a countertop that’s level with your children’s hips. This will make it comfortable and easy for them to access the various areas. Cupboards, although not essential, are often a nice thing to have in a mud kitchen – it mimics a real kitchen, so invites children to engage in imaginative play. Storage space: A mud kitchen with shelves, cupboards, drawers and hooks will take lots of building, but it will look more authentic, provide extra fun and be good places to store accessories and ‘ingredients.’ Mud kitchens are a great way of encouraging imaginative play in your kids. We have mud kitchens with working taps & sinks, our splash & play range. This range comes with their very own mud kitchen water dispensers & a working tap, adding extra play value. We have small mud kitchens for toddlers and larger garden mud kitchens for older children. Our mud kitchens come with pots & pans as accessories for little chefs looking to create messy mud masterpieces.

Mud kitchens are designed to be used outdoors, making them more robust than indoor play kitchens. From piling up pots, pans and bowls, to ‘cooking’ their mud pies on the hob, some mud kitchens even have working taps too, meaning the opportunities to express themselves are pretty endless. Create a rough sketch of your design before you start, carefully considering the size and shape of your mud kitchen to ensure you have enough space. It allows kids to get messy and have fun in the garden, where the mess doesn't matter so much for parents!If you’re someone who likes to get your money's worth, this budget-friendly mud kitchen is not only big enough for two children to play together, but it also comes with a wide variety of play accessories. The three pans and two kitchen utensils are all made from rust-free stainless steel to protect them from the elements. Mud kitchens encourage imaginative, creative play using natural materials, where there are no rules on staying clean and tidy. So, they're ideal for both kids and parents. What is a mud kitchen? The best mud kitchen for your family will very much depend on your requirements, however, for its high quality, versatility, substantial size and range of accessories included, we feel the TP Muddy Madness is the best mud kitchen you can buy today. Whether you’re buying for a single child or for siblings to share together, this mud kitchen offers great value for money and is built to last the test of time. How we chose our recommendations Recommendations from real Mumsnet users Key specs: Size: 160 x 66 x 116cm| Material: Wood | Accessories included: Stainless steel pots and pans; gardening tools; perspex screen; glass pens; wind chimes | Age suitability: Three years and over | Assembly time: Unspecified What we love:

Crafted from FSC-certified wood and built to last, this mud kitchen doesn’t come cheap, but we think it’s well worth the money. Easy to assemble, thanks to clear and concise instructions, your child’s new toy will be up and ready to play with within just a couple of hours. You’ll be spoilt for choice when searching for a mud kitchen for your children; here are the features to look for and considerations to keep in mind while shopping. Not only do we have stand alone childrens mud kitchens, but we also have accessories that can be attached to your TP playhouses, or even the side of your house. These accessories come with lots of the same great features as our full mud kitchens but give you the option to add them to an existing frame.Key specs: Size: 110.5 x 43 x 90.5 cm | Material: Wood | Accessories included: Large splash tub | Age suitability: 18 months and over | Assembly time: Unspecified What we love: This really depends on whether your child likes imaginative play and making a mess! It may be worth investigating how your kids react to this kind of play before making the investment, for example by putting a bowl and utensils in the garden for them initially to see what they do. Mud kitchens may be a “trendy” item in kids’ outdoor play equipment at the moment – but they are much more than just a trend. And although the name conjures up thoughts of mess, chaos and endless laundry, they’re actually pretty nifty. Mumsnet has been helping parents make their lives easier since 2000 and, in that time, we've investigated, tried and reviewed thousands of products. If you’re looking to add a mud kitchen to your garden but don’t have a huge budget to spend, this wooden mud kitchen from The Works offers excellent value for money. It includes fun features such as a chalkboard, tray and metal bowl, with two hob rings and turnable dials. We love the addition of two plant pots on the top; great for encouraging children to grow their own herbs or seeds for ‘garnishing’ their creations.