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

The wooden nature hunt they keep coming back to

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Standard · 2-3 working days

Screen-free play
Ages 3-7
Garden or park
No batteries
Builds observation
Family teamwork
30-day returns
Klarna available

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

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Real talk

Your child spotted a dandelion. Then a red leaf. Then they forgot the tablet existed.

The Nature Scavenger Hunt isn't a screen replacement lecturing kids about nature. It's a set of clue cards that sends them outside with a mission: find a smooth stone, spot something orange, listen for birdsong. They do. They come back buzzing. You get uninterrupted garden time.

Parents tell us their kids ask to play it daily, and grandparents say it's the gift that actually gets used. That's the point.

Joe Jaques, Jaques of London

What's in the box

What's inside the box

One complete Nature Scavenger Hunt set. No assembly, no batteries, no missing pieces. Ready to play in 30 seconds.

Nature Scavenger Hunt card game box and cards displayed

In the box

60 clue cards

Each card sends children on a single hunt: find a bird's feather, spot something soft, listen for running water. Cards grow in observation detail as play advances.

✓ Printed on sturdy card stock
✓ Fit in a pocket or bag
✓ Read aloud or child-led

Child holding Nature Scavenger Hunt cards outdoors in garden

Play style

Solo or team play

One child can work through cards independently, or a group can race to spot each item together. Works in gardens, parks, woodlands and family days out.

✓ Holds focus for 20-60 minutes
✓ No prep or setup needed
✓ Play as many times as you like

Nature Scavenger Hunt cards fanned showing different hunt challenges

In the box

Small enough to carry

Fits in a rucksack or pocket. Pack it for a walk, a holiday, a rainy-day dash to the park. No bulk, no loose pieces to lose.

✓ Weighs less than a water bottle
✓ Cards stay together in the box
✓ Lasts for years of play

Ships within 2-3 business days. 30-day returns guarantee.

Nature Scavenger Hunt: £8.99

While they play

What they're quietly learning

Looks like play. Works like a lesson.

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Observation skills

Hunting for specific colours, shapes and textures sharpens how children see the world. They notice details they'd walk past without the cards.

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Outdoor confidence

Every successful hunt ('I found it!') builds independence and curiosity about the natural world. Gardens stop being background.

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Teamwork and listening

Group hunts teach children to work toward a shared goal and celebrate discoveries together. Cooperation without competition.

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Sustained focus

Following a mission through to completion builds concentration without the dopamine hit of a screen. 20-60 minutes of absorbed play.

What families say about Jaques of London

Parents and grandparents say it best

★★★★★

"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.

hunts to complete

One card, one mission. Children work through at their own pace, replay their favourites, mix and match. Months of play from one set.

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3 mins

to get outside

Grab the box, open it, hand over a card. No rules to teach, no setup, no explaining. Children understand what to do immediately.

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batteries or chargers

Paper cards. No electronics. No screen guilt. Just a child, a garden, and a mission to spot something orange.

Why this matters right now

Est. 1795 Britain's oldest games company Jaques has been making games families return to for 231 years. This is how we build things.

23,000+ Orders from parents like you Families trust Jaques for toys and games that last, teach quietly, and spark outdoor play.

60-day Warranty for peace of mind If the cards wear or the box fails, we replace it. We stand behind what we make.

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 Nature Scavenger Hunt beats a screen or a generic app

	Jaques Nature Scavenger Hunt	Cheap Alternatives
Works anywhere without WiFi	✅	❌ Depends on signal
No batteries or charging	✅	❌ Battery drain
Teaches observation, not scrolling	✅	⚠️ Reinforces screen habits
Lasts for years with siblings and cousins	✅	❌ Apps update and vanish
No ads, no data collection	✅	❌ Tracks child behaviour
Gets children outside moving	✅	⚠️ Keeps them seated
Made to last from solid card stock	✅	❌ Plastic breaks or gets lost

Jaques

✅ Works offline
✅ No batteries
✅ Teaches focus
✅ Years of use
✅ No tracking
✅ Gets them moving
✅ Built to last

Cheap alternatives

❌ Apps need signal
❌ Constant charging
❌ Scroll-focused
❌ Apps disappear
❌ Collects data
❌ Sedentary play
❌ Breaks easily

Ships within 2-3 business days. 30-day returns guarantee.

Nature Scavenger Hunt: £8.99

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

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

Questions & answers

Questions about the right fit for your child

Which age should I buy this for?

Ages 3 to 4: an adult reads cards aloud and hunts alongside them. Ages 5 to 6: they read simple cards and hunt independently. Ages 7+: they work through the full challenge set. It grows with them. Buying for a 5th or 6th birthday? This is the one that gets played, not shelved.

Can one child play alone, or does it need a group?

Both. Solo play is brilliant for focus and independence. Group hunts turn it into a team adventure. The same set works either way, which is why it stays in rotation for months.

How long does a single game take?

One hunt, 5-15 minutes. A full session, 20-60 minutes depending on age and setting. Children often ask to replay favourites or mix cards to create new challenges. It holds their attention without screens or timers.

Will it survive garden wear, rain and repeated play?

The cards are printed on sturdy stock and the box keeps them dry. They'll handle months of heavy use. If wear does happen, our 60-day warranty covers it. Catherine McCulloch called it 'perfect gift for any babies' 1st birthday' and parents report their sets still playing strong after a year of daily use.

How much does it cost?

The Nature Scavenger Hunt is £8.99 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.

Ships within 2-3 business days. 30-day returns guarantee.

Nature Scavenger Hunt: £8.99

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.

In 1795, Jaques invented the games that taught families to notice the world together instead of turning inward. Nature Scavenger Hunt carries that belief forward: it's designed to get children outside, observing, building confidence, and away from screens. We use sturdy card stock, hand-finish the packaging, and back every set with a guarantee because we believe outdoor play is not a luxury. It's how children learn who they are.

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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