Kids Toys, Wooden toys
Big Play Kitchens
Wooden Play Kitchen Buying Guide
Play time in the kitchen comes to life for little hands!
A wooden play kitchen is a great way for children to develop their imagination, creativity and fine motor skills. It can also help them learn about food and cooking, and how to take care of a home and themselves.
When is the best age to buy a wooden play kitchen?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the best age to buy a wooden play kitchen will vary depending on the child’s individual development and interests. However, most experts recommend that children be at least 3 years old before they are given a wooden play kitchen. This is because younger children may not have the fine motor skills necessary to use all of the features of the kitchen, and they may also be more likely to put small parts in their mouths with safety being a priority.
Classic World – Vintage Kitchen
With this vintage style kitchen your child can enjoy playing with all the essential elements of a kitchen in style. This big kitchen can accommodate those important playdates with friends. Whilst developing their communication skills as they cook, wash up, put on a wash in the washing machine, and write a shopping list on the fridge. This play kitchen provides hours of imaginative play as well as introducing your little one to the basics of a kitchen. Includes a variety of cooking accessories such as pans, salt and pepper shakers, and wooden utensils.
Item dimensions – 90.7cm x 33.8cm x 90 cm.
What are the benefits of playing with a wooden play kitchen?
There are many benefits to playing with a wooden play kitchen. Some of the most common benefits include:
- Development of imagination and creativity: Playing with a wooden play kitchen can help children develop their imagination and creativity. They can pretend to be chefs, restaurant owners and people cooking exciting dinners for their families. This type of imaginative play can help children develop their problem-solving skills, learn about different cultures, and explore their own interests.
- Development of fine motor skills: Playing with a wooden play kitchen can help children develop their fine motor skills. By using their hands to open and close drawers, turn knobs, and use utensils. This type of activity can help children develop the strength and coordination they need for tasks such as writing, eating, and dressing themselves.
- Learning about food and cooking: Playing with a wooden play kitchen can help children learn about food and cooking. They can learn about different types of food, how to prepare them, and how to set a table. Our play food sets from Le Toy Van, Tenderleaf and BigJigs have you covered! This type of learning can help children develop a healthy relationship with food and make them more likely to make healthy choices in the future.
- Learning about responsibility: Playing with a wooden play kitchen can help children learn about responsibility. They will need to take care of their kitchen and the food they are cooking. This type of learning can help children develop the skills they need to be successful in school and in life.


Tender leaf La Fiamma Grand PLAY Kitchen
Cook up a storm in our magnificent La Fiamma Kitchen!
A two-part super grand wooden toy kitchen with all the accessories you need to hold a wonderful dinner party and entertain your friends for hours. This kitchen offers an oven with opening front door, a set of 4 cooker hobs and a removable unit with drawers and storage space.
It’s no secret that pretend play is an essential part of a child’s development as children learn by imagining, observing and doing, and this kitchen offers an abundance of opportunity to practice language skills, manual dexterity, and cognitive development with children.
Item dimensions – 100 x 32.5 x 101 cms
Jam packed with extras – this kitchen brings excellent value.
How to choose the right wooden play kitchen?
When choosing a wooden play kitchen, there are a few things you should keep in mind:
- Size: The size of the kitchen should be appropriate for the child’s age and play space.
- Features: The kitchen should have the features that are important to the child, such as a stove, oven, sink, and refrigerator.
- Quality: The kitchen should be made from high-quality materials that will last for years.
- Price: The price of wooden play kitchens can vary widely, so it is important to find one that fits your budget.
Where to buy a wooden play kitchen?
There are many places where you can buy a wooden play kitchen. Some of the most popular places include:
- Toy stores: Most toy stores carry a variety of wooden play kitchens. We have a few of our smaller kitchen and play foods available from our shop in Benson
- Online retailers: There are many online retailers that sell wooden play kitchens, you can be assured that you are buying a quality play kitchen from Maison White
- Direct from the manufacturer: Some manufacturers sell their wooden play kitchens directly to consumers.
How to care for a wooden play kitchen
Wooden play kitchens are relatively easy to care for. Here are a few tips:
- Dust the kitchen regularly with a soft cloth.
- Wipe up any spills or messes immediately with a damp cloth.
- Avoid using harsh chemicals or cleaners on the kitchen.
- Store the kitchen in a dry, cool place when not in use.
A wooden play kitchen is a great investment for any child. It is a toy that can be enjoyed for years, and it can provide many benefits for the child’s development. If you are looking for a way to encourage your child’s imagination, creativity, and fine motor skills, a wooden play kitchen is a great option.
Our play kitchens are aimed at boys and girls equally, there are many designs which will suit all taste and themes


LE TOY VAN LARGE KITCHEN
Cook up some heavenly dishes with this retro style mini wooden kitchen of dreams. Budding bakers will delight with this showstopper that’s packed with interactive features for hours of realistic play value.Â
In a soft pastel and natural wood design, with pretty printed tiles and rattan detailing, this high quality, sustainable toy is made from solid sustainably sourced – certified wood. Discover the butlers sink, oven, washing machine, rotating taps and working oven dials. Plus, there’s a microwave, clock, and plenty of storage too.
To get mini chefs started, this stunning setup also comes complete with a range of cooking utensils. Extend their roleplay universe by adding the Fridge Freezer and our extensive collection of play food and accessories.Â
This Large Kitchen toy is made of sustainably sourced certified wood (wood from sustainably managed forests) and decorated with child safe water based paints. Item dimensions – 84cm D:35cm H:84cm
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Accessories for the play kitchen
If you have recently purchased a new play kitchen for your child or look to add additional play items, then we would recommend a some play food and kitchen gadgets! With wooden fruit blenders and a coffee machine from Le Toy Van, they have a whole range of kitchen ‘homemaker’ role play toys under the theme Honeybake. Expand your range to a cafe – or a fully fledged 5 star restaurant. Fill your new kitchen with your favourite foods with the adorable Grocery set

























