Outdoor Games · Est. 1795★★★★★ 150 reviews

One hour in the veg patch. They didn't notice the time.

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Standard · 2-3 working days

Play from age 3
No setup needed
Keeps them outside
Family-friendly rules
Works on any lawn
All included
30-day returns
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Delivery in 2-3 working days · 30-day returns · Est. 1795

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Real talk

Garden time that lasts longer than ten minutes

You know the moment. Kids wander out, seem keen, then drift back in within minutes. Badminton changes that. There's genuine competition, natural rhythm, and enough skill-building that they stay invested. Older kids and younger ones can play the same game without anyone feeling left behind.

And honestly, watching a proper family tournament unfold while you're getting the beds done is its own kind of peace.

Joe Jaques, Jaques of London

What's in the box

What comes with your Badminton Set

Everything you need to get playing today. No missing pieces, no hunting for the net.

Complete badminton set laid out showing rackets and shuttlecocks

In the box

Lightweight Rackets

Sized and weighted so children from age 3 can hold and swing them easily, but sturdy enough for adults to rally properly. Easy to grip, forgiving on the arm.

✓ Child and adult sizes
✓ Comfortable grip
✓ Durable frame

In the box

Shuttlecocks Included

Multiple shuttles so the game keeps moving. No waiting around, no hunting through the bushes every five minutes.

✓ Multiple shuttles
✓ Ready to play immediately
✓ Durable construction

Play style

Net and Posts

Portable net that sets up in seconds on any flat lawn. No tools, no fiddling. Knock it down just as quickly when you're done.

✓ Sets up in seconds
✓ Portable design
✓ Suits any garden space

Ready to give yourself some garden peace?

Complete Garden Badminton Set: £50.00

While they play

What badminton quietly teaches while they're having fun

Looks like play. Works like a lesson.

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Hand-Eye Coordination

Tracking the shuttlecock and timing the racket builds genuine physical skill. Kids improve visibly over a few matches.

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Balance and Footwork

Running to the net, stepping back, positioning for the next shot. All the movement of tennis without the intensity.

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Taking Turns and Fair Play

Badminton has natural pauses and rhythm. Kids learn to wait, score fairly, and respect the game.

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Outdoor Stamina

A proper rally keeps them moving and breathing fresh air for the duration. Energy burns naturally, not frantically.

What families say about Jaques of London

Parents say it wins on staying power

★★★★★

"Excellent quality wood toys, so well made, no sharp edges, all lovely & smooth, very colourful & plenty of choice. Very reasonably priced & so beautifully wrapped you don't want to open them. Highly recommend this company."

Lynda Evans✓ Google review

★★★★★

"Fast delivery, excellent products, extremely good quality and long lasting. My granddaughter loves the toys from here. Good age ranges covered."

Danella Jones✓ Google review

★★★★★

"These toys tick all the boxes, educational, colourful, fun, well made and great service. I just keep buying more and more."

Irene Johnstone✓ Google review

★★★★★

"We love our toys from Jaques of London. The quality is excellent and they're the perfect size for little hands to hold and play with easily. Beautifully made, sturdy wooden toys that will last for years. Highly recommend!"

Tegan✓ Google review

★★★★★

"Harrods grade gifting for a very reasonable price. Not the usual tat from China. Had several hand picked orders fron Jaques, nice to know its a UK business with old school quality."

John A✓ Google review

★★★★★

"I am a real fan of this company. If only I had come across them years ago when my boys were little. It's my go to for beautiful, good quality toys for my granddaughter now and any gift I need to buy. They arrived quickly, prices are reasonable and the special touch is they are beautifully packaged too. I love the heritage of this business!"

Sarah Lardner✓ Google review

★★★★★ 4.8/5 rated by families across Google and Trustpilot: real reviews, quoted word for word

Get ready for life

Why real play matters

Real brain growth comes from real play.

Age 3+

Simple enough to start young

Toddlers can swing and hit. As they grow, the same set grows with them into real strategy and competitive play.

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Minutes

Ready to play immediately

No assembly puzzles, no missing parts to hunt for. Unpack, set the net, play. Barriers to starting are already gone.

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Hours

Keeps them absorbed

Tournaments between siblings, matches with friends, practice sessions alone. One afternoon game turns into a season of activity.

Why this matters right now

2 people Minimum for a match But the beauty is everyone can join. Add a third person, rotate out, run a bracket. Works at any group size.

15 minutes Typical match length Long enough to feel like a proper game, short enough that attention holds and another round starts immediately.

Any lawn No special surface needed Flat grass is ideal, but the set plays on hardstanding, patios, or even tighter spaces. Garden flexibility built in.

230 yrs of making things worth keeping Jaques of London has been crafting games and toys since 1795. This one is built to be handed down, not thrown out.

We really are different

Why this badminton set beats screen time

	Jaques Complete Garden Badminton Set	Cheap Alternatives
Keeps kids engaged for extended periods	✅	❌ Screens hold attention but fracture family time
Physical activity and fresh air	✅	❌ Indoor games offer movement only by accident
Works for mixed ages at once	✅	⚠️ Many garden games favour one age group
No rules arguments or rule-learning delay	✅	⚠️ Complex games need teaching time first
Packs away when you're done	✅	❌ Large structures and permanent setups clutter gardens
Teaches genuine hand-eye skill	✅	❌ Screens rarely reward physical improvement
Works in your existing garden	✅	⚠️ Many outdoor games need specialist space

Jaques

✅ Keeps them outside
✅ Physical activity included
✅ All ages play together
✅ Simple rules, play immediately
✅ Packs away easily
✅ Builds real skill
✅ Any garden space

Cheap alternatives

❌ Screens don't build togetherness
❌ Indoor play offers no air
❌ Different games for different ages
⚠️ Learning time before play
❌ Garden clutter remains
❌ No physical improvement
⚠️ Big setups need space

Ready to give yourself some garden peace?

Complete Garden Badminton Set: £50.00

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Questions & answers

Questions parents actually ask

Will younger kids actually be able to hit the shuttlecock?

Yes. The rackets are lightweight and sized for small hands, and the shuttlecock moves slower than a tennis ball. Kids from age 3 can make contact and feel like they're playing a real game. By age 5 or 6, most children are rallying back and forth properly.

How long does it take to set up the net?

Under a minute. The posts go into the ground or sit on the grass, the net clips on, and you're ready to play. Breaking down takes the same time. No tools, no confusion.

Can adults play too, or is it just for children?

Adults play properly. The rackets work well for grown hands, and a real rally between adults can be genuinely competitive. Many families find this is actually a draw: the kids get genuine opponents (you and each other) rather than an adult just hitting gently.

What happens when a shuttlecock gets lost or damaged?

Badminton shuttles are replaceable and affordable. The set comes with multiple so you have spares, and if you need more, they're easy to buy separately. The rackets and net are built to last.

How much does it cost?

The Complete Garden Badminton Set is £50.00 today. Klarna is available at checkout if you prefer to spread the cost.

What's your returns policy?

30 days, full refund, no conditions. Return it for any reason and we refund in full. We've been standing behind what we make since 1795.

Ready to give yourself some garden peace?

Complete Garden Badminton Set: £50.00

Our story

Making toys worth keeping since 1795.

Jaques of London was founded in 1795. We invented croquet, table tennis, and the Staunton chess set. For 230 years, we've been making things that pull children away from passive entertainment and into active, curious, hands-on play.

Badminton was born at the English country house Badminton House in the 1870s, and Jaques has been making games for people's gardens ever since we started in 1795. This set carries the same thinking: a game that brings families together outdoors, that's simple enough to pick up instantly but satisfying enough to keep playing for hours. When a parent can potter in the veg patch knowing the children are genuinely absorbed and playing together on the lawn, everyone wins. That's what we've always made games to do.

Toys and games that leave something behind: a skill, a memory, a piece of play that gets passed on.
Joe, Jaques of London

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