Garden Toy · Est. 1795★★★★★ 150 reviews

Fly a kite that actually catches the wind

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Standard · 2-3 working days

Ages 3+
Single-line cord
Rainbow design
Grip handle
Flies anywhere
Ships 2-3 days
30-day returns
Klarna available

Delivery in 2-3 working days · 30-day returns · Est. 1795

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Real talk

The campsite game everyone gravitates to

You pack light. But a kite? A kite takes 20 seconds to launch and suddenly the whole pitch is watching. Kids run, laugh, feel the wind in their hands, and nobody's asking for the tablet. It's the kind of thing you buy once and it's still flying 5 years later.

This one's built to survive the boot, the beach, and a field full of eager hands. Real single-line cord, easy grip, vibrant colours you can spot from across the campsite.

Joe Jaques, Jaques of London

What's in the box

What arrives

One complete kite, ready to fly. No assembly, no missing parts, no learning curve.

Colourful Rainbow Kite laid flat, showing full design and handle

In the box

The Kite

Rainbow design, lightweight frame, easy-grip handle. Built for beginners and older children alike. Flies in a gentle breeze or stronger wind.

✓ Single-line cord included
✓ No pole or assembly needed
✓ Tested for 3 to 7-year-olds (with supervision for younger)

Child running in a garden with the Rainbow Kite flying overhead

Play style

Screen-Free Motion

The moment it launches, kids are moving. Running, adjusting the cord, feeling the wind shift. That's coordination and confidence building in real time, no screen involved.

✓ Gets children outdoors instantly
✓ Builds hand-eye coordination
✓ Works in any garden, park, or beach

Close-up of the Rainbow Kite design and handle grip

In the box

Made to Travel

Lightweight enough for the boot, tough enough for regular play. The grip handle is sized for small hands, and the single-line cord is strong without being tangled nightmare material.

✓ Fits in any bag or boot
✓ Single-line means no tangles
✓ Durable enough for repeated launching

made for the campsite that becomes everyone's favourite pitch

Was £21.99

Colourful Kids Kite - Garden Toy: £12.10

While they play

What it quietly teaches

Looks like play. Works like a lesson.

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Hand-eye coordination

Adjusting the cord and feeling the kite respond builds fine motor control and spatial awareness. Kids learn cause and effect through wind and movement.

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Reading the weather

A kite teaches children to notice wind direction and strength. They're learning meteorology without realising it's a lesson.

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Confidence through play

Getting a kite airborne feels like achievement. First launch, first sustained flight, first recovery. Those wins stick with children.

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Shared family moments

Unlike most toys, a kite is a gathering point. Adults and children both watch, cheer, and take turns. It's naturally social play.

What families say about Jaques of London

What parents and grandparents say

★★★★★

"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

★★★★★ 4.5/5 from 67 reviews of this product · 4.6 average across 46,000+ Jaques reviews on Reviews.io and Trustpilot

Get ready for life

Why real play matters

Real brain growth comes from real play.

23,000+

Orders shipped over 231 years

Jaques of London has been selling games and toys since 1795. We still make this kite for the same reason we've always made them: families want to play outdoors together.

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2-3 days

Arrives ready to fly

Order by 2pm, it ships within 2-3 business days. No assembly, no batteries to hunt for, no instructions to decipher. Unbox and launch.

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60 days

Peace of mind guarantee

If it doesn't fly, if it breaks, if it's not what you expected, return it within 60 days. We stand behind what we sell.

Why this matters right now

Est. 1795 Britain's oldest games company We've watched play evolve for over two centuries. The kite you're holding carries that inheritance.

Single-line Cord design means no tangles One string, one grip, one clear line of flight. No knots, no frustration, no reason to put it away after one attempt.

3-7+ Years old, with or without supervision Designed for small hands, sturdy enough for older children who want to push the limits. One toy, multiple seasons of use.

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 kite, not the plastic one in the supermarket

	Jaques Colourful Kids Kite - Garden Toy	Cheap Alternatives
Cord	✅ Strong single-line, hand-tested	❌ Thin, tangles in seconds
Frame	✅ Built to bend and recover	❌ Snaps after one hard landing
Grip handle	✅ Sized for children's hands, non-slip	❌ Plastic, hurts after 10 minutes
Wind range	✅ Flies in gentle or gusty conditions	❌ Needs perfect wind or won't lift
Lifespan	✅ Plays for years, survives the boot	❌ Breaks, gets binned, guilt
Guarantee	✅ 60-day returns, no questions	❌ Sealed bag, no returns
Campsite credibility	✅ The pitch everyone remembers	❌ Forgotten by August

Jaques

✅ Strong cord
✅ Built tough
✅ Child-sized grip
✅ Any wind
✅ Years of play
✅ Full guarantee
✅ Legendary at camp

Cheap alternatives

❌ Tangles instantly
❌ Snaps easily
❌ Hurts hands
❌ Fussy about wind
❌ Breaks quickly
❌ No returns
❌ Forgotten toy

made for the campsite that becomes everyone's favourite pitch

Was £21.99

Colourful Kids Kite - Garden Toy: £12.10

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

Not right? Return it within 30 days. Full refund, no questions.

Questions & answers

Questions parents ask before ordering

Buying for a 5th birthday. Is this the right one?

Yes. A 5-year-old is the sweet spot for this kite. Old enough to hold the grip, young enough to feel genuine achievement on first flight. It's the default choice for that age, and grandparents love it because it's gift-wrapped beautifully and arrives before the party.

How is this different from the one in the pound shop?

Pound-shop kites snap on first landing. This one is built from materials that bend and recover. The cord is hand-tested, the grip is ergonomic, and it's covered by a 60-day guarantee. Worth the difference because it still flies in three years, not three days. As one parent put it: 'worth every penny full price'.

Will it arrive in time for half term?

Order by 2pm, it ships within 2-3 business days. If you're ordering mid-week and half term is Friday, we'll make it. For birthday panic buyers, we recommend gift wrap at checkout. Our packaging is the most praised part of the whole experience.

What if my child loses interest or it breaks?

60-day returns, no questions. Unbox it, test it, and if it's not flying or if it's not what you expected, send it back. We guarantee the cord won't fray, the frame won't snap under normal play, and the grip stays comfortable. One customer said it best: 'Toys that don't break after five minutes of play'.

How much does it cost?

The Colourful Kids Kite - Garden Toy is £12.10 today (down from £21.99). 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.

made for the campsite that becomes everyone's favourite pitch

Was £21.99

Colourful Kids Kite - Garden Toy: £12.10

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.

For 231 years, Jaques of London has built toys for families who want to play outside together. This kite exists because we watched camping change, because boot space became precious, and because children still deserve the simple magic of making something fly. No batteries, no screens, no learning curve. Just wind, a grip, and the sudden rush of a kite climbing into the sky. It's the same reason we've always made games: to gather people around something real.

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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