Quoits is a revelation in family entertainment. With a longstanding heritage in British lawn play, the outdoor ring toss game tasks competitors with tossing natural rope rings (conveniently called Quoits), over numerically valued pegs. The player with the highest total score is declared the winner.
A popular garden game for generations, Quoits is ideal for participants of any age and particularly valuable with younger players. Better still, Quoits offers little learners the chance to master maths whilst testing their throw.
Popularised in 1881 as perfect pub garden entertainment, Quoits boasts a North/ South divide, with rules changing across the counties. Such regional competition makes its way into family play and pub revelry. The perfect game for children and adults alike, quoits is ring-toss revelry guaranteed.
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Quoits: your questions answered
What age is quoits suitable for?
Most quoits sets work well from around age five upwards, though younger children will need a shorter throwing distance and some guidance on taking turns. The game scales naturally as children grow: move the post further away and the challenge increases. It is genuinely one of those rare games the whole family plays together rather than in separate age groups.
Why choose a wooden quoits set over a plastic one?
Wooden sets have real weight and feel in the hand, which makes throwing more satisfying and the game more absorbing. They do not warp, crack or fade the way plastic sets do after a summer in the garden. A well-made wooden quoits set from a reputable maker will still be in use a generation later, which makes the initial cost far better value over time.
What should I look for when buying quoits as a gift?
Look for solid hardwood construction, a stable post that drives firmly into the ground, and rope rings rather than thin plastic hoops. Check that the set includes enough rings for at least two players. A set made by an established British games maker carries a reliable quality guarantee that a generic import often cannot match. Presentation matters too if it is a gift.
How do I care for a wooden quoits set?
After play, bring the set indoors or store it in a dry shed rather than leaving it out overnight. If the wood looks dry after a season, a light rub with teak oil or danish oil revives it well. Avoid leaving rope rings on damp grass for extended periods. Basic seasonal care like this keeps a quality wooden set in excellent condition for many years.
Can quoits be played indoors as well as outdoors?
Yes. Many sets come with a flat base option or a floor-standing post that works indoors on hard floors or low-pile carpet. Indoor play suits smaller children during bad weather and works well at parties. Outdoors on grass remains the classic setting, but having the flexibility to play both ways makes the set genuinely useful all year round rather than just in summer.
How many players do you need for quoits?
Quoits plays perfectly well with just two people, making it a good one-to-one activity for a parent and child. It also works with teams of two or three, which suits garden gatherings or family days out. Most standard sets come with four to six rings, which covers two players or two small teams comfortably without needing any additional equipment.
Is a Jaques quoits set the kind of thing that gets passed down through families?
That is exactly the reputation Jaques sets have earned since 1795. Parents regularly write in to say they still own sets from their own childhood, or that they are buying for grandchildren games they remember from their grandparents' gardens. Solid hardwood, quality rope rings and honest construction are what make that possible. It is the opposite of a game you replace every couple of years.
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Quoits: how to choose
If you are choosing quoits for a child around 6 to 7, this collection is designed for that age group and for active outdoor play. At this age children are developing physical skill, hand eye coordination and a growing love of games with rules and scores. Quoits fits this perfectly, as the outdoor ring toss game asks players to throw rope rings onto numbered pegs, building active play, physical skill development and a healthy lifestyle habit of getting outside.
When choosing, look at the suggested age tag on each set, and note that this collection is priced from £23.99, with most products under £45. Quoits and Luxury Quoits both bring active play and physical skill development, so the choice comes down to finish and budget rather than age suitability.
Jaques of London has made games and toys since 1795 and remains a family owned British company. Every order comes with easy returns until 31 January 2027 and UK based customer service, so grandparents and parents buying for young children can shop with confidence.
Quoits also teaches simple maths, as children add up scores while they play, making it a garden game that is both physical and useful for learning.
Written by Jaques of London, toy and games makers since 1795. Updated September 2026.
Why buy quoits from Jaques
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| Scoring and skill building | Numbered pegs bring maths practice into active outdoor play | Often has no scoring system, so play stays purely physical |
| Age guidance | Every toy carries a suggested age tag | Often no clear age guidance |
| Reviews | 158 verified reviews, 4.8 average | Ask if independent reviews exist |
| Maker | Family owned British maker since 1795 | Ask how long they have been trading |
| Returns | Easy returns until 31 January 2027 | Ask what the returns window is |
Quoits: your questions answered
What is a good gift for a child who loves outdoor games?
Quoits or Luxury Quoits make thoughtful presents, as both are outdoor games focused on active play and physical skill development. They suit children around 6 to 7 and come from Jaques of London, a family owned British company making games since 1795.
What are the best quoits sets to buy?
In this collection there are two options, Quoits and Luxury Quoits. Both offer active play, physical skill development and a healthy lifestyle boost, so the best choice depends on whether you want the standard or the luxury finish.
Are wooden quoits better than plastic ones?
This collection focuses on the traditional rope ring toss format rather than plastic versions. Quoits and Luxury Quoits both centre on natural rope rings tossed onto numbered pegs, keeping the classic lawn game feel that has been popular for generations.
Is quoits actually a useful or educational toy?
Yes. Quoits combines active play and physical skill development with simple maths, since children must add up their scores from the numbered pegs. It also encourages a healthy lifestyle by getting children playing outdoors with family.
What age is quoits suitable for?
This collection suggests quoits for children around 6 to 7 years old, though the game is genuinely enjoyed by participants of any age, making it a good choice for family play with parents and grandparents joining in.
How much does a quoits set cost?
Prices in this collection start from £23.99 for Quoits, with Luxury Quoits available as a higher priced option. Most products in the collection sit under £45, making it an affordable outdoor games choice.
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