About SUN PLAY
🌞 Meet Ally Garrad: The Mum Behind the Pop Up Beach Tent Aussie Families Are Raving About
Premium UV-Protective Beach Tents for Australian Families
If you've ever wrangled kids, beach gear, snacks and tried to find shade all in one go – you’ll understand exactly why Ally Garrad started SunPlay Australia.
A Sydney mum with two little ones and a big heart, Ally's on a mission: to make beach adventures easier, safer, and way more fun for families around the country. “All I wanted was for families to enjoy the outdoors without the stress,” Ally says.
So, she rolled up her sleeves, swapped stress for smart design, and created the ultimate family pop up beach tent — stylish, simple, and packed with features that actually make sense for parents.
🏖️ SunPlay: Your Beach Day Game-Changer
Picture this: You're carrying your tent in a backpack that still fits the towels, the water bottles and your toddler’s truck collection. You set it up solo (yes, even with a baby on your hip), and it actually stays put when the wind picks up. Magic? Nope — that’s just a SunPlay Beach Tent.
✨ Certified 99+ UV protection
✨ Super simple one-person set-up
✨ Wind resistant, fully enclosed, AND breezy thanks to big windows
✨ Roomy enough for nappy changes, snack breaks, or sneaky naps
✨ And yes, they look fab – because being a parent doesn’t mean you stop loving good style!
These beauties have won awards like Best Pop Up Beach Tent in Australia and People's Choice for Mums — but most importantly, they’ve won over families who now actually look forward to beach days.
💛 From One Mum to Another…
Ally didn’t just design a tent — she created a little haven. A place where kids can nap in peace, parents can relax (just a little), and families can soak up the good stuff without the chaos. A portable playpen for some, if you like!
Every tent is made with love and tested by real families. Hers included. Because when you’re a mum, you don’t just want good gear — you want the kind of thing you can rely on when the day gets wild (and let’s be honest — it usually does).
🌊 Ready to Make Beach Days a Breeze?
If you’re tired of wrestling with flimsy tents or spending the whole day chasing shade, it’s time to join the SunPlay crew.
Ally’s given Aussie families the pop up beach tent we didn’t even know we needed — until now. Thoughtful, practical, actually pretty, and made with us in mind.
So go on — pack your SunPlay tent, let the kids run free, and enjoy your next beach day with a little more peace of mind (and maybe even a hot coffee while it’s still hot 😉).
👉 Shop now and see why families all over Australia are falling in love with SunPlay.
Here’s to safe, stylish, and seriously fun beach days.
From our family to yours — The SunPlay Australia Crew x
About SunPlay Australia
SunPlay Australia was created by an Australian mum who wanted a safer, smarter way for families to enjoy the beach.
Living by the coast and raising children under the harsh Australian sun, I quickly realised how limited and impractical most beach shade options were — especially for families with babies and young kids. I wanted a beach tent that was easy to use, genuinely protective, and designed for real Australian conditions.
That’s how SunPlay Australia – Premium UV-Protective Beach Tents for Australian Families was born.
Every SunPlay Australia beach tent is designed with:
- 99% UV Certified sun protection
- Family-friendly space and ventilation
- Lightweight, easy setup for parents
- Durability for Australian beaches
Our beach tents aren’t designed in a lab — they’re tested on real beaches, with real kids, by a mum who understands the importance of sun safety, comfort and peace of mind.
SunPlay Australia is proudly mum-owned, family-focused and created to help Australian families spend longer, safer days by the sea.
Why Australian Families Choose SunPlay Australia
- Designed specifically for Australian sun conditions
- Trusted by families across Australia
- Focused on safety, quality and ease of use
SunPlay Australia is more than a beach tent — it’s peace of mind for parents and freedom for kids to play safely under the sun.
SunPlay Australia – FAQs
1. What is SunPlay Australia?
SunPlay Australia is a mum-owned Australian brand specialising in premium UV-protective pop up beach tents for Australian families, designed for safety, comfort and ease of use under harsh Australian sun conditions.
2. Are SunPlay Australia beach tents UPF50+?
Yes. SunPlay Australia Pop Up Beach Tents are made using UPF50+ UV-protective fabric designed to help reduce exposure to harmful UV rays when used correctly.
3. Are SunPlay Australia beach tents tested for UV protection?
Yes. SunPlay Australia Pop Up Beach Tents use premium UV-protective fabric that has been tested by ARPANSA and shown to block up to 99% of harmful UV radiation when used correctly.
4. Are SunPlay Australia beach tents safe for babies?
SunPlay Australia beach tents are designed to provide a shaded, ventilated space for babies when used under adult supervision and as part of a complete sun-safe routine.
5. Are SunPlay Australia beach tents suitable for toddlers and children?
Yes. SunPlay Australia beach tents are designed for families with babies, toddlers and young children, offering a comfortable shaded space to rest and play at the beach.
6. What makes SunPlay Australia different from other beach tents?
SunPlay Australia is a mum-owned Australian brand focused on real-world beach use, Australian sun conditions, family safety and practical design — not just appearance.
7. Are SunPlay Australia beach tents easy to set up?
Yes. SunPlay Australia Pop Up Beach Tents are designed to be quick and easy to set up, even for one parent managing kids and beach gear.
8. Are SunPlay Australia beach tents lightweight and portable?
Yes. SunPlay Australia beach tents are lightweight, compact and easy to carry, making them ideal for family beach days and holidays.
9. Do SunPlay Australia beach tents provide ventilation?
Yes. SunPlay Australia beach tents are designed with ventilation features to allow airflow and help reduce heat build-up inside the tent.
10. Can SunPlay Australia beach tents be used during peak sun hours?
SunPlay Australia beach tents provide shaded coverage during peak sun hours; however, children should always be supervised and sun-safe practices followed.
11. Do SunPlay Australia beach tents replace sunscreen?
No. SunPlay Australia beach tents provide shade but should always be used alongside sunscreen, hats, protective clothing and supervision as part of a complete sun-safe routine.
12. Are SunPlay Australia beach tents suitable for Australian beaches?
Yes. SunPlay Australia beach tents are designed specifically for Australian beach conditions, including strong sun and coastal environments.
13. Are SunPlay Australia beach tents wind resistant?
SunPlay Australia beach tents are designed to be stable when secured correctly, however parents should always assess wind and weather conditions for safety.
14. Can adults sit inside a SunPlay Australia beach tent?
Yes. SunPlay Australia beach tents are designed to comfortably accommodate children and allow parents to sit inside with them.
15. Are SunPlay Australia beach tents suitable for newborns?
SunPlay Australia beach tents can provide a shaded resting space for newborns when used responsibly, with proper airflow, supervision and sun-safe practices.
16. Are SunPlay Australia beach tents good for family holidays?
Yes. SunPlay Australia beach tents are popular with families for beach days, coastal holidays and outdoor trips where sun protection is important.
17. How do SunPlay Australia beach tents support sun safety?
SunPlay Australia beach tents help reduce direct sun exposure by providing UPF50+ shade using ARPANSA-tested fabric that blocks up to 99% of harmful UV radiation when used correctly.
18. Where is SunPlay Australia based?
SunPlay Australia is an Australian-owned brand created by a coastal mum who understands the realities of Australian sun exposure and family beach life.
19. Who are SunPlay Australia beach tents designed for?
SunPlay Australia beach tents are designed for families with babies, toddlers and young children who want reliable beach shade and peace of mind at the beach.
20. Why do Australian families trust SunPlay Australia?
Australian families trust SunPlay Australia because it is mum-owned, Australian-designed, focused on sun safety, quality materials and real-life family beach use.
21. Are SunPlay Australia beach tents safe for babies and toddlers?
Yes. SunPlay Australia tents are designed with 99% UV protection and ventilation to provide a safer shaded space for babies and young children when used correctly.
What makes SunPlay Australia different from other beach tents?
SunPlay Australia is a mum-owned Australian brand focused on family safety, ease of use, and real-world beach testing — not just looks.
Let customers speak for us
I really love my new beach shelter. So quick and easy to set up, I even packed it up when a southerly wind hit; still did it on my own with no difficulty. I love the back pack, it makes it so easy to carry. It's really lightweight and the side pockets fit all my bits and pieces. Well worth paying that extra money to get a beautiful, good quality, easy to use product.
I recently purchased for a beach holiday. Absolutely love it. Light weight. Super easy to use. Looks fab!
After having multiple other beach tents break within months this one seems to be of much better construction and design. I have used it three times already and it is very easy to unpack and pack away.
Great sand free beach towels that have washed well and great quality. They have been great in our beach tent and the sand doesn’t stick to them. Highly recommend.
Very simple to setup, instructions could be a little clearer about the clips that support the tent holding the frame at the top. Collapsing is quite easy as well. Definitely wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this for any beach goers.
1. BEST SELLER - SUNPLAY Australia Beach Tent (Sea Breeze) - with Free Backpack
Further to my previous review where I was so disappointed I am now very happy this problem has been rectified and my order has been received by express post .
Ally was fantastic in resolving the problem so very happy now
The easiest and most spacious tent I've ever used. So easy to pop up and put down when I'm by myself with the kids. Lots of space and compartments that come in handy also. Very lightweight to carry on back with the backpack too I forgot I was wearing it at one stage
3 person sunshade excellent for beach or camping
I had been researching for months prior to summer as my hubby cannot sit in direct sunlight and I love to go to the beach together. It’s very easy to put up. Super large! My hubby can comfortably relax and snooze. 99 UV protection was the main reason I chose it! Also Love the back pack with extra pockets for storage. It’s absolutely perfect!
Fabulous beach/picnic shelter for Aussie sun!
This tent was easy for me to put together and pack down by myself at the beach. Gave my 4month old a nice cool shady spot to sleep :)
Spacious, lightweight, easy to setup and pack away. I love everything about this tent specially the bag it comes with. Fast shipping and worth the purchase!
The beach tent arrived in nice packaging. As described, it is very easy to pop up and put down. We love the backpack. It's perfect for our family of 4
We have used beach shelters for around 40 years and this is the easiest to put up and gives plenty of sun protection. Initially, we had some difficulties in the first step of packing up, but I think we have sorted it out now. The carry bag makes it so easy to take to the beach. A suggestion for improvement would be making it easier to empty the sand from the pockets. Overall very happy with our purchase.
Super sturdy and easy to set up!
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Awarded best beach tents for families
