Dolls

Types of doll toys

Whatever type of play your child enjoys, there's a doll to match. Here's what you'll find in our collection:

Baby dolls: Let children practise caring and nurturing. They can feed, dress, and comfort their little ones. These interactive dolls help children understand routines and develop empathy. Perfect for anyone who loves playing mum or dad.

Doll houses: Create entire worlds for storytelling. Children arrange furniture, decorate rooms, and act out family scenarios with their favourite characters. From tiny cottages to sprawling mansions, each house becomes a stage for imagination.

Fashion dolls: Combine style with creativity. Kids mix and match outfits, experiment with looks, and invent their own fashion stories. Many doll sets include multiple outfits and accessories, which means the styling options never run out.

Styling heads: Turn hairstyling into play. Children practise braiding, brushing, and creating different looks. These toys build fine motor skills whilst encouraging creativity and patience.

Rag dolls: These soft dolls feel gentle and comforting, which makes them brilliant for younger children and bedtime cuddles.

Film & TV dolls: Bring beloved characters from their favourite shows to life. Children can recreate scenes or invent new adventures. Familiar faces make play feel even more special.

Animal figures: Great for young animal lovers. These figures inspire stories about veterinary care, grooming, and animal friendships. Kids can care for pets without the mess.

Accessories: Extend the fun with clothes, furniture, bottles, and more. The right accessories turn a simple doll into hours of play.

Prams & pushchairs: Let children take their toy dolls on walks and outings. They mirror the parenting activities they see every day.

Preschool dolls: These toddler dolls are designed for little hands, with simple designs, bright colours, and chunky pieces that are easy to grasp.

How do doll toys support a child’s development?

Doll toys do more than entertain. They teach. Caring for dolls helps children develop empathy, as feeding, dressing, and comforting them helps kids understand how to care for someone else, translating into real relationships with siblings, friends, and family.

Social skills grow through role play, negotiating, and resolving disagreements during tea parties or doctor visits. Language develops as children narrate stories, express feelings, and build vocabulary. Playing with toy dolls also improves physical skills, as little fingers button clothes, brush hair, and arrange dolls in doll playsets, preparing them for writing and tying shoelaces.

Problem-solving naturally emerges when resolving story conflicts, building thinking skills.

What ages are dolls suitable for?

We offer a range of different types of dolls to suit children of all ages. Dolls for kids come in options to match every developmental stage and safety needs. Discover girls' dolls and boys' dolls that cater to all ages.

What are the best dolls for toddlers?

For babies and very young toddlers, safety comes first. Choose soft dolls and plush dolls without small parts. Dolls for 1-year-olds or below should be simple, cuddly, easy to grip, and often feature embroidered details instead of buttons.

Dolls for 2-year-old children and above can include slightly more detail as coordination improves. Soft, washable dolls make perfect bedtime friends. Chunky bodies, bright colours, and friendly faces keep toddlers engaged, while simple accessories like bottles or blankets are easy to handle. Choose dolls for girls or boys based on interests, not stereotypes.

What are the best dolls for older children?

As children grow, they expect more from dolls to support their creativity and storytelling. Dolls for older kids often focus on fashion, accessories, and richer storylines.

Fashion dolls are especially popular, allowing children to style hair, create outfits, and build detailed worlds with larger dolls and full wardrobes. Collectable dolls suit those who enjoy completing sets, with limited editions adding excitement.

Interactive dolls are great for children aged four and above, and respond by talking, laughing, or crying, making play feel more realistic. Styling heads are ideal for practising hairstyles and beauty play.

What are the most popular dolls?

Some doll brands and styles stay consistently popular over generations. Barbie remains a firm favourite, with iconic fashion dolls that now reflect diverse careers, body types, and backgrounds, supported by a huge range of accessories and playsets.

LOL Surprise! dolls combine collecting with fashion fun, making unboxing part of the excitement and encouraging sharing with friends.

Popular dolls for girls also include character dolls from Disney films, interactive dolls, and TV favourites. Doll sets with furniture, vehicles, or themed accessories add value, delivering complete play experiences they’ll love.

Do you offer delivery on doll toys?

Yes, we deliver across the UK. Choose standard delivery, express delivery or click and collect from your nearest store. Delivery options and costs are shown at checkout, so you'll know exactly what to expect before you buy.