Shoppers rushing to snap up ‘brilliant' £10 paddling pool from high street shop which looks perfect for the bank holiday

The Sun

02-05-2025

WITH the bank holiday nearly upon us, this weekend could be the perfect time to enjoy your garden in the sun.
Shoppers have been rushing to Argos to snap up a "brilliant" £10 paddling pool that could be the ideal way to cool down.
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The high street seller's Bestway 6ft Fun Odyssey Pool is £10.80 and is in the sale down from £18.
Not only is it said to be made from 'rigid heavy-duty transparent PVC' but it also has a fun ocean-themed design with dolphins and fish.
The capacity of the pool is 946 litres, but it only takes 15 minutes to fill up.
If you are worried about the pool ripping, it also comes with a repair kit as a back up.
It is designed for kids aged two and above and should always be used 'under the direct supervision of an adult.'
The pool is also multi-functional, and when it is not being used with water it can be used as a sandpit.
Thankfully it only weighs 1.8kg so it is easy to pick up and store when it is deflated and dry.
Savvy spenders have been raving about the pool on the Facebook group Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK.
One shopper wrote: 'This pool from Argos is fab £10.80.
'Unfold and fill it up and when you empty it it folds up.'
Mum shares the £64.99 paddling pool that won't leave you puffed out blowing it up & it's perfect for the warm weather
Many people commented on the post saying they had either snapped it up or were desperate to.
One wrote: 'Bought this today for my little girl brilliant for price.'
Another added: 'Got this today !!! Brilliant for the price.'
A third commented: 'I got one today it's great.'
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It's not the only Argos paddling pool to be discounted.
We shared how parents have gone wild for the perfect £10 paddling pool as temperatures soar.
The Bestway Rectangular Paddling Pool, from Argos, offers plenty of room for little ones to splash about in.
It's a whopping seven-foot in length - or alternatively a nine-footer can be picked up for £17.50 down from £35.
Five ways to keep your kids cool in the heat
IT can be really difficult - and costly - to keep kids cool when it's hot outside. But Fabulous Digital Senior Reporter and mum-of-two Sarah Bull shares five ways to help, and they won't break the budget either.
Strip them off
It might sound simple, but stripping kids off at home can really help them regulate their temperature when it's warm outside. Just remember to regularly apply suncream, as more of their skin will be exposed to the sun.
Cool down bedrooms before nighttime
When it's hot outside, it can be difficult for kids to go to sleep - especially if their bedroom feels like an oven. If you have a room that's not in direct sunshine, keep the windows open to let in a breeze. It's also a good idea to keep the curtains closed, to prevent the room from heating up.
Wear a hat
Another simple technique, but one that really works. Make sure that if your kids are playing outside, they've got a hat on. It keeps their face and head shielded from the sun, and also helps if you've got a little one who struggles with bright sunlight. If your tot struggles to keep a hat on, try one with a strap that goes under the chin to help.
Avoid the car
The car can be one of the hottest places during a heatwave, and often takes a long time to cool down. If you have the option, it's better to stay at home rather than taking kids out anywhere in a hot car.
Stay hydrated
This is always important, but even more so in a heatwave. Make sure you're regularly reminding your kids to have a drink, and top them up with cool liquids whenever you can. Use ice too to ensure it's as cold as it can possibly be.