Best Children's Walking Sticks 2021

Most children don't use walking sticks as a fashion accessory, and hiking shouldn't be too much of a struggle for them. But an expertly crafted natural country stick will still bring a smile on any kid's face, especially if it looks just like yours.

Walking sticks are a great way to let children explore

Why Get Your Child a Walking Stick?

Walking sticks are a great way of getting your child outdoors, letting them adventure safely with extra support and balance when walking on slippery ground. If your child requires a walking stick, then our selection offers a gateway to more fun outdoors.

How to Pick the Right Country Stick for Your Child?

There are only two things to consider when picking your walking stick; height and purpose. All of our walking sticks are designed to be practical, and can be easily shortened to fit your child's height. Click below to find the best walking stick for you:

• Our Best Rustic Thumbstick for Children
• Our Most Practical Walking Stick for Children
• Our Classic Walking Stick for Children

Our Best Rustic Thumbstick for Children

The Junior Thumbstick Children's Walking Stick is the perfect present for a child with an interest in hiking and, although this stick is a shorter and lighter version of a classic adult's thumbstick, it has all the features that make a high-quality walking stick. It is fitted with a non-slip rubber ferrule, and a V-shaped handle, one of the most classic British walking stick handles.

• Has a length of 100cm and can be shortened if necessary
• High quality stick can peak a child's interest in hiking
• V-shaped handle is an aesthetic and classic British option

Key Features: Thumbstick handle; 100cm (39"); 410g; rubber ferrule

Our Most Practical Stick for Children

The staff is one of the most practical hiking stick styles, and if you're looking for a children's walking stick that is not only amusing for the child, but practical as well, the Junior Hiker Children's Hiking Stick is the answer. This highly reliable hiking stick features a lightweight design, and comes complete with a non-slip rubber ferrule and a practical wrist loop.

• Practical and lightweight walking stick for hiking
• Includes a hand strap and non-slip ferrule for safety
• Can be cut to optimal size to suit most children

Key Features: Staff design; 92cm (36"); 250g; rubber ferrule; wrist loop

Our Classic Walking Stick for Children

The crook is one of the most traditional country walking stick styles, and the Crook Chestnut Children's Walking Stick is the perfect child-sized replica of an authentic shepherd's crook. Due to its traditional design, this Children's Crook is often used as a crook for the shepherds in nativity plays as well.

• Best suited to children under 140cm (can be shortened)
• Fitted with a metal ferrule for walking on muddy ground
• Often used for shepherds in nativity plays

Key Features: Shepherd's crook; 92cm (36"); 150g; metal ferrule

Which Children's Walking Stick to Pick?

The choice is yours, but what you need to consider is whether or not you're getting a walking stick more or less for show, or will the child be using the stick as support when hiking with you. The Junior Thumbstick Children's Walking Stick is perfect if you're looking to surprise your little one with a slightly unusual gift, while the Junior Hiker Children's Hiking Stick is a highly functional hiking stick that will serve your little hiker very well.

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