Collection: Sand Pit

A sand pit gives young children hours of imaginative, sensory play in the backyard. The main things to look for are a cover or lid to as a sand pit with lid, keep animals and rain out, a size that suits your space and the number of children, and a material that lasts outdoors. Sand pits suit toddlers and young children, and need the sand kept clean and covered when not in use. Think about the cover, the size, and where it sits in the yard.

Do you need a sandpit cover?

Yes — a sandpit cover is essential to keep the sand clean between play. Without one, cats and other animals foul the sand, leaves collect, and rain turns it to sludge. A fitted cover keeps the sand dry and ready to play in, so choose a pit that comes with one or buy a cover to fit.

Why does a sand pit need a lid?

A lid or cover keeps the sand clean and safe between play sessions, which is the most important feature. An uncovered sand pit gets fouled by cats and other animals, collects leaves and rubbish, and turns to sludge in the rain. A fitted lid keeps animals out, keeps the sand dry, and means the pit is ready to play in. Some sand pits have a lid that doubles as bench seats or a play surface. Always cover a sand pit when it's not in use, so choose one with a proper lid or cover.

What size and material suits a sand pit?

Match the size to your space and how many children play at once, and the material to how long you want it to last. A small pit suits one or two toddlers; a larger one suits several children. Wooden sandpit designs look natural and last well when the timber is treated for outdoors; plastic ones are lighter, easy to move and empty, and often come as a shell with a lid. Set it on a level spot with some shade if you can, since sand gets hot in full sun. Choose the size for your children and a weatherproof material.

Common questions

What age is a sand pit for?
Mainly toddlers and young children, roughly 1 to 6 years, for sensory and imaginative play. Supervise young children so sand doesn't go in mouths or eyes.

Why cover a sand pit?
A cover keeps out animals, leaves and rain, so the sand stays clean and dry. An uncovered pit gets fouled by cats and turns to sludge when wet, so always cover it when not in use.

What sand goes in a sand pit?
Use proper washed play sand, sold for sandpits, which is clean and safe. Avoid builder's or beach sand, which can contain debris or fine dust not meant for play.

Timber or plastic sand pit?
Timber looks natural and lasts when treated for outdoors; plastic is lighter, easy to move and empty, and often includes a lid. Both work — choose for looks versus portability.

Can I pay for a sand pit with Afterpay?
Yes. You can split it with Afterpay, Zip, Klarna or PayPal Pay in 4. Our sand pits start from $45, which is four fortnightly payments of about $11.25.

Kit out the backyard

A sand pit pairs with the rest of the backyard. Add a slide for the little ones, a swing nearby, and a cubby house for imaginative play.

A $45 sand pit splits into four fortnightly payments of $11.25 with Afterpay, and Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 do the same. Every order ships from our Australian warehouse, dispatched within 1–2 business days, with a 12-month warranty and 30 days to return it. We're a family-run Australian store, going since 2016, rated 4.66 out of 5 across 5,363 reviews.