There's nothing worse than spending half an hour trying to get your beach sun shade up when all you want to do is jump in the water. I'd suggest going for a lightweight beach tent that's very easy to put up. You could even practice putting it up once or twice at home so you know what you're doing! Size There are loads of beach shelters on the market, including everything from simple two-person pop-up models to large family tents. I've reviewed countless options to bring you the following list of the best beach shelters and tents for Australian conditions.

A UV beach tent will provide protection from direct sunlight so is ideal if you are at the beach with kids. I found when mine was this age she went to sleep really easily on the beach due to the wave noise. I guess it’s like white noise. I miss those days!" (Recommended by Mumsnet user Ohshitiveturnedintomymother) Our verdictDimensions: 118 X 216cm | Sizes: One size | Weight: 1.9kg | Colour: Blue | Material: Polyester What we like There are a few different types of beach shelters on the market. Here are four of the most common models you will see. Pop-Up Beach Tents

Whether you need a shady spot for your toddler’s nap time or a place to get changed in private, this family shelter from LittleLife strikes a great balance between size and portability. With a UPF rating of 50+ and a zip-closed door, this tent offers 360 degree protection from the elements.Although this is a fairly specialised product, there are still a wide variety of beach tents out there to choose from. Size is a key deciding factor, as well as weight – some beach escapades are only a few inches from a carpark, but some are quite a trek, making the heavier options of limited fun. It's important to keep a wary eye on the UV rating of unbranded options too; although the best beach tents will offer good protection, you don't want to be accidentally frying in apparent shade. Last, but certainly not least, I'd suggest paying particular attention to how stable the beach sun shelters you're looking at are. You will want to get something that will stand up to windy weather. Otherwise, a simple random gust of wind could be enough to send your shelter tumbling along the sand. Summary The main selling point of canopy shelters is that they are larger and offer more headroom than smaller pop-up tents. They are excellent for things like family picnics or parties. Cabana-Style Shelters