Toys

Many toys are manufactured in China where unsatisfactory working conditions are common. Environmental issues also need to be considered with toys made from plastic such as PVC and unsustainable wood. However there is an increasing availability of eco-friendly and ethical alternatives for you to buy your little folk in life. At the shops listed below you will find toys and games that are fairly traded, made out of sustainable wood or environmentally friendly fabrics and do not contain toxic materials.

With millions of working toys thrown away each year you may want to buy second-hand toys which can not only be found in charity shops but also eBay, RealCycle and even the marketplace at Amazon. Buying second-hand means you are reducing waste, cutting down on packaging and is much cheaper too. When your children have finished with their toys don't forget to donate them to charities, playschemes or hospitals.