Sustainably speaking, Frugi has a planet-friendly approach – this garment is produced from recycled plastic bottles and the company donates 1 per cent of its turnover each year to charity, which is a nice feel-good touch. Soft to the touch, these trousers kept our four-year-old tester protected from the wind and drizzle. The ecosplash trousers come in a whole range of sizes from 18 months to 12 years, but are only available in a navy blue colourway.

We also highly commend Spotty Otter’s adventure waterproof trousers, a brilliant companion for high-energy activities when the weather’s not playing ball. My son has been up to his thighs in muddy puddles and goes to forest school and they have never ever let in water!Comfort has been considered too with elasticated toggle-tighten waist, and zipped side ankle gusset – featuring water-repellent zips and taped seams. An independent UK brand, Spotty Otter exclusively makes top-notch outdoor kit for kids, and after putting its adventure waterproof trousers through the mill, we can confirm they really stand up to the job. and feature a warm fleece lining and stirrups to keep trouser legs securely pulled down over wellies. With a breathability rating of a whopping 20,000g/m² the sky’s the limit with these trousers, making them a great choice if a humid trek is on the cards.

A rating of 10,000mm offers medium protection for activities such as hiking, moderate rain, snow and wind, meaning it’s more than adequate from the splashback from extreme puddle jumping or exploring in the rain. While they don’t offer much in terms of warmth as they’re pretty lightweight, they kept the drizzle out and were a comfortable fit on our four-year-old tester. But waterproof trousers aren’t just for colder months, invest in the right pair and they’ll be set for year-round adventures, from windy winters to April showers.Advertised as water-resistant rather than waterproof, they kept our tester dry and warm too, thanks to the fleece lining. And she seemed to play with great freedom, partly due to the pre-shaped legs for easy movement, but we also attributed this to a good level of breathability. From sizes two years to 14 years, they come in a turquoise blue shade which makes them a great unisex option. Waterproof up to 7,000mm, we found these kept our six-year-old tester dry when battling torrential rain and during general wet-weather play, and there’s plenty of room to accommodate cosy layers underneath for warmth (although there’s a fleeced option available too). As with everything in Lidl's middle aisle you will need to act fast on Thursday if you want to snap up any of these practical items.

We love the well-considered design, with reinforced knees and bum, fully-taped seams, adjustable waist, replaceable foot straps, 360-degree visibility reflectors and leg cuffs, and not forgetting the use of recycled materials. Durability is key when it comes to dressing active children – particularly when you have the elements to contend with.With elasticated and adjustable stirrups to prevent them riding up the legs, there’s also ankle zips to help get them over wellies, reflective tabs, and fully taped seams to put a stop to sneaky leaks. She commented on the security of the braces – which are adjustable and can be removed if not required – saying they fit her perfectly. The legs feature a concealed outer zip at the hem, so our young tester found it a doddle getting her welly boots on, and her feet stayed dry, thanks to the inner leg, which tucks inside boots. As the name suggests these trousers cleverly pack away into a zipped pocket – much to our tester’s amazement – and due to its lightweight credentials, they can be taken everywhere. While jackets and welly boots go so far, it’s waterproof trousers which will prevent soggy knees after that inevitable fall when chasing siblings, or when muddy puddles reach dizzy heights.

If you’ve ever had to deal with a wet-walk tantrum, you’ll know all too well the importance of waterproofs.Can anyone point me in the direction of good 'pull on over your trousers' waterproof trousers please? Available in three colours and from two to eight years, these are a wonderful all-rounder ready for wet adventures. Designed for all-day wear, our tester stayed completely dry while rain dancing, jumping in muddy puddles and running around during soggy September. Thanks to the bionic-finish eco water repellence technology used – a natural and chemical free waterproof finishing – these trousers are waterproof up to 10,000mm and super breathable, meaning our little tester stayed dried and warm without getting clammy. Elasticated cuffs and stirrups are featured to prevent the inevitable riding up on the legs, while the adjustable shoulder straps and poppers at the waist make for a secure fit on our mini tester.