A question that we've been asked a lot recently - mainly due to little ones starting to write their letters to Father Christmas - is which play kitchen to buy this December? While we can list many reasons why you should choose a GLTC play kitchen (we add more fun details and activities than anyone else and our kitchens are crafted from responsibly sourced wood and are built to last) choosing the right size and design to suit your home can be a little trickier. But we're here to help with our handy guide.
THE SPACE-SAVING
This pretty Let's Bake Play Kitchen offers lots of role play potential without taking up too much space. As a result, it's easy to store in corners of family rooms so your little one can play while you're busy cooking or working and it's lightweight enough to be carried around the house, or even outdoors, when you need to move on to something else but want to keep your child entertained close by.
Again, it's made from sturdy, painted wood and includes a hob with clicking dials, super cute wooden salt and pepper pots, a shiny removable sink with turning hot and cold taps, and three wooden utensils. Consider adding some Toy Pots & Pans and our Play Food sets for extra fun.
SCANDI VIBES
For Scandi-lovers who can't get enough of a chic dove grey and white colour palette and who have a fondness for metro tiles, look no further than our Marshmallow Wooden Toy Kitchen. It's even been featured in BBC Good Food's Best Toy Kitchens.
This stylish play kitchen offers children the opportunity to learn while playing. There's lots of symbols and words for them to try and recognise and sound out, and lots of drawers and dials for them to investigate.
Again, this toy kitchen is made from sturdy wood, and has lots of fun activities to keep children entertained: there's a clock with turning hands, a removable sink with hot and cold taps, and the oven, microwave and washing machine all have knobs which make a clicking sound. There's also a tea towel rail, hooks and an storage cupboard. It's almost like a real kitchen.
THE MODERN KITCHEN
Bring hours of imaginative play into your home with our Vanilla Bean Play Kitchen, a beautifully designed modern play set featuring a stylish herringbone backsplash, oven, washing machine, microwave and even an ironing board. Crafted from durable MDF and plywood, it includes handy storage compartments to keep play accessories neat and tidy.
Loved by children for the endless role-play opportunities it offers, a play kitchen helps develop key skills such as creativity, problem-solving, and social interaction. Whether they’re “cooking dinner,” “doing the laundry,” or “ironing clothes,” little ones will build confidence, practise communication, and explore the world through imaginative storytelling – all while having fun.
We'd recommend building this kitchen prior to Christmas Eve as it's a really good size and could take three to four hours. You might want to team it up with Play Food and a Wooden Tea Set for extra role play fun, especially if it's for siblings.
MINI GARDEN KITCHEN
Cook up hours of imaginative fun with our Little Garden Wooden Table Top Kitchen, a compact play kitchen that can be moved from room to room or even taken outside for sunny-day play. Crafted from MDF, plywood, and beech, this beautifully detailed set features a hidden compartment for accessories that doubles as extra chopping space.
Packed with play food and utensils, little chefs can whip up soups, salads, and veggie feasts while developing creativity, motor skills, and a love for role play. Its portable design makes it perfect for small spaces and flexible playtime, turning any table into a bustling mini kitchen.
SPECIAL & PERSONALISED
Make Christmas extra special with our Personalised Let’s Bake Kitchen, a charming wooden play kitchen that comes complete with all the accessories little bakers need to whip up their very own cake. Compact in size, it’s perfect for smaller spaces without compromising on fun. Personalise it with a name to create a truly one-of-a-kind gift they’ll treasure for years.
As they measure, mix, and “bake,” children will develop creativity, role-play skills, and hand-eye coordination, all while enjoying hours of imaginative play. A thoughtful Christmas present that blends style, play value, and keepsake quality.
