With temperatures set to soar across Northern Ireland, residents are gearing up for a weekend in the sun.
For many this means dusting off the barbecue, preparing a feel-good playlist and enjoying DIY cocktails in the garden.
But for summer 2020, brands are offering adult and family sized paddling pools to help shoppers combat their holiday blues while the country remains on lock down.
And while some prices can exceed the £500 price mark - there are several pools available to purchase from £25.
Popular retailers including B&M, Amazon and Argos are just three of brands keeping the products in stock.
Here's a round up of the jumbo paddling pools currently on offer, where to get them from and how much they cost.
B&M - £25
Popular bargains store B&M is offering a family-sized swimming pool for £25.
The Bestway Fast Set Pool is 6.5ft in size with a water capacity 1126 litres.
The paddling pool is made from a durable Tri Tech material and in the product description B&M writes that the pool is easy to assemble and take down.
B&M's garden sales have soared during lockdown and the retailer recently revealed that 49 B&M stores which were previously closed during the coronavirus crisis have now reopened.
Amazon - £27.99
Amazon sellers are currently offering a giant Jilong transparent pool with a rainbow design for £27.99.
The pool is made from sturdy, transparent PVC and comes with a with repair kit.
Adults and children aged six years old or older can use this pool which measures in at 6.2ft across.
The product has been rated 4 out of 5 stars by 23 customers and currently includes free shipping.
Argos - £35
Catalogue retailer Argos is currently selling a blue rectangular family pool for £35.
The Chad Valley 8.5ft Family Swim Centre Paddling Pool has a a 950L capacity and is available to buy online.
It takes approximately 13 minutes to inflate and 23 minutes to fill.
Customers have reviewed the pool 2877 times giving the product an average rating of 4.5 stars out of 5.
