As temperatures rise across the UK this weekend, many families will be looking for ways to cool off.
A family trip to a water park is the perfect way to spend a hot day, but the cost of family tickets may not be perfect for those on a budget.
Luckily, the thrifting experts at NetVoucherCodes.co.uk have revealed how to turn your garden into a splash park for next to nothing.
Rebecca Bebbington, online consumer expert at NetVoucherCodes.co.uk, said: “We wanted to help people find a budget-friendly way to stay cool this summer by offering a fun way to turn their backyard into a waterpark.
“To beat the summer heat at half the price, we’re advising Brits to turn off their fans and make the most of their outdoor spaces.
“With a large piece of sturdy plastic and a hose, you can create a family-sized slide and turn your outdoor area into a fun cooling space.”
Here she reveals a unique way to turn your garden into a water park.
DIY waterslide
This is best if your garden is on a slope, but works well in either case.
Collect sturdy plastic, spread it across the space, and use a hose to create a river for your family to slide down. Choose a race to see who can slide down the fastest.
children's pool
This is a classic way to take a children's pool out of the cupboard and quickly cool off from the sun.
If you have enough space, bring out Flamingo Lilo and enjoy the sun in style.
water balloon fight
Prepare to get soaked. It's the best time of the year for children. School is out and the sun is shining. For many children, water balloon fights mark the official beginning of the holiday.
Being attacked by them can be funny and frustrating, but it's also a great way to cool down from the heat.
garden hose
It's best to be creative when using your garden hose to keep cool and use different settings to determine which sprays you can use around your garden.
Equip the spray option, tie the hose to a large pole, and create a blissful waterfall in your garden.
water bucket
Giant tipping buckets are a staple at most UK waterparks, but with a little teamwork you can recreate them at home.
Create your own splash zone by taking one or two large buckets, filling them to the top with water, and then slowly draining them.
water gun splash zone
Getting squirted with a water gun is always painful, but it always brings a smile to your face.
To get the whole family involved, divide everyone into two teams and create a barrier to protect them from the water gun jets.