Five of the best beach tents for shielding from the summer sun

1. Coleman Sundome Beach Shelter

The well-built Sundome wins points for durability. Its design leaves you quite open to the elements, but it has internal pockets for storing phones and snacks, and even a drying line for clothes.

£35; mountainwarehouse.com

2. Outwell Windscreen Air

The top-end Outwell windshield uses cutting-edge inflatable technology to provide an excellent shield for cooking or just lounging. Ideal as a caravan extension, it is surprisingly easy to set up.

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£390; outwell.com

3. LittleLife Family Beach Shelter

A sturdy family-favourite, this tent is spacious and designed to protect against all kinds of British weather (and, with a zip-up door, prying eyes too). It has a 50+ UPF rating, and a ventilation panel at the back to keep things cool and airy.

£60; littlelife.com

4. SKLZ Sport-Brella Umbrella Shelter

This easy-to-carry wind-breaker with an umbrella structure can fit three adults comfortably. It has protective side-flaps and heavy-duty steel stakes to stop it from blowing away.

£62; amazon.co.uk

5. Cressi 1946 Pop Up Beach Tent

If you’re looking to erect your beach shelter in a matter of seconds, the Cressi Pop Up is for you. It’s affordable, lightweight and compact and is coated with SPF 50+ for sun protection. Fits 3-4 people.

£40; amazon.co.uk