Our gardens are playing a bigger role in our daily lives than ever before – and wouldn’t it be fabulous to transform your outdoor space into your very own larger-than-life game room? All you need is our edit of the 8 best family garden games on Amazon.
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We love the concept of our outdoor spaces being our very own mini-getaways or staycation spots. So this summer we’re proposing some serious garden fun for both adults and the little ones, with the best giant outdoor floor games that are fun for the whole family.
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Shop the best family garden games on Amazon
On Amazon you’ll find a whole array of fab options, from new games to the classics – yet, that means giant garden-ready versions of your childhood family favourites from Snakes and Ladders to Jenga.
Giant 'Jenga' style game for the garden
Ultimate XL Tumble Tower, £76.99, Amazon
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If you’re a fan of building block games like Jenga, try this BIG adaptation of the challenge. The Ultimate XL Tumble Tower, with handmade blocks with a smooth sanded finish, stands 5ft (1.5metres) tall and comes with a durable canvas storage bag.
Top Amazon verified purchase review: "Highly recommend ! After a lot of research I decided to invest in Jacques of London Tumble Tower - by far not the cheapest on the market but you certainly get what you pay for! The quality of the blocks are very premium, even and smooth ensuring that they glide when they are removed as the game unfolds. Presented in a strong carry bag each block is branded. Height is 84cm at the beginning of the game but rises on playing.
"I bought this for a family gathering but tried it out on friends last weekend and it was a tremendous success, highly entertaining and very competitive! Enjoyed so much that 3 friends have now purchased one also!"
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Giant Chess for the garden
Giant Chess Set, £84, Amazon
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Chess drama The Queen’s Gambit was all the rage on Netflix, with new fans of the classic game rushing to buy chess sets. Well, take that passion next level with this giant chess set, which measures 153cm x 153cm, to play in the garden.
Top Amazon verified purchase review: "Great fun for the garden. When it's windy the pieces can be knocked over. But if you're playing with your kids it'll be a toss up between them and the wind knocking them over. We've had a lot of fun outside and in with this. Our little daughter even enjoyed it as the pieces are big and easier to see. She check mated me in her first game so I either suck or she's a grand master. Time will tell."
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Giant Board Game for the garden
The Social Store - Giant Board Game.com, was £24.99 now £16.99, Amazon
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After going viral on YouTube, this game has taken the internet by storm. There are two versions, one for 5+ and one for age 10 and up – but it's fun for grown-ups to play, too – the game’s set-up takes only one minute, transforming your garden or indoor space into a real life board game. It comes complete with 48 cards, a giant dice and more than 250 activities where players tackle fun challenges and obstacles for hours of fun.
Top Amazon verified purchase review: "A fun time life size giant game. My kids love youtube and the kids channels that play these. I bought this during lockdown and they absolutely loved playing this and it is becoming a firm favourite game for the family. It brings all ages together adults, teens, children and whether its wet or sunny, this game can be played indoors and out."
Giant 'Connect Four' style game for the garden
Jumbo 4 in a Row, £99.99, Amazon
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If you've always loved the fun and strategy of Connect 4, this Jumbo 4 in a Row game, measuring 75 x 85 x 20cm, is exactly what you'll need for your next family gathering.
Top Amazon verified purchase review: "Absolutely delighted with this product. Beautifully made and looks good in the garden too. We’ve had such fun with it!!"
Giant Snakes & Ladders for the garden
Giant Snakes and Ladders Game, was £47.99 now £40.99, Amazon
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Relive your childhood with this giant garden version of Snakes and Ladders, featuring a durable 3-metre play mat (held in place with eight pegs which are included) and fun 38cm inflatable dice. The game is easy to store thanks to the storage bag that comes with the set.
Top Amazon verified purchase review: "Great fun. Very easy to set up, and the pegs are useful if you have a large number of people who might use it. Arrived super quickly, and really enjoyed by young and old alike. Sturdy."
Giant Draughts for the garden
Giant Draughts Game, £52, Amazon
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You’ll find everything you need plus a padded carry bag in this giant draughts (aka Checkers) game set: 10cm pieces and a 1.2-metre square PVC playing mat for indoor or outdoor fun.
Top Amazon verified purchase review: "Five Stars. Great for the money. Good bbq game."
Family mini golf for the garden
, £159.99, Amazon
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Bring all the fun of a trip to the mini golf to your garden with this set that will guarantee hours of outdoor enjoyment.The set includes two height-adjustable putters, two golf balls, and an accessory bag. This golf game for the garden also makes a great gift for the golf fan in your life.
Top Amazon verified purchase review: "Five stars. Just received the Putt Partee today and already a huge fan. Spent a whole afternoon playing with my family. Putting mats are well made with high quality turf/foam padding.
"The best feature the Putter Partee has over other similar games are the two putters! The 100% metal three piece putter design allows quick disassembly for ideal storage, which is a big plus because I plan on bringing the Partee to all my summer BBQs. When assembled, the putter has a good weight to it with a solid feel when striking the ball. It’s a whole lot better than those rubber head putters you see with other games."
Twister for the garden
Twister, £18.99, Amazon
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We'd be remiss if we didn't include this classic game! Created during the Swinging Sixties, this floor game, during which players use a spinner to determine where to place their hand or foot on a colour-coded mat, has been going strong for more than five decades – and we predict it will be popular for years to come.
Top Amazon verified purchase review: "It’s a classic. 7yr old bought it for her dads birthday with her savings…much laughing and stretching later, its their new favourite game!"
Inflatable Lawn Darts for the garden
ToyerZ Inflatable Lawn Darts, £24.95, Amazon
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All the fun and none of the danger! This inflatable lawn darts game is played on a giant double-sided game mat – one side is a simple target, the other a cartoon-themed ‘Crazy Monkey’ for kids or the very young at heart. The fun family garden game is for everyone aged four and up.
Top Amazon verified purchase review: "Fun game and well made. This is great outdoor game. Loads of fun not just for kids , but also for adults. Bought this game for our wedding and think it going to go down really well."
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