Christmas Tree Sensory Tray

The Christmas Tree Sensory Tray is a handcrafted delight born from a local timber yard, cut from durable beech hardwood and finished in a home workshop you can feel in every detail. Its layered, Christmas-tree-inspired design invites children to explore textures, colors, and spatial play while celebrating the festive season. The surface is sealed with UKCA-tested varnish, giving you a kid-safe, wipe-clean finish that stands up to busy hands and creative messes.

Thoughtful, child-friendly craftsmanship separates this tray from generic wooden play pieces. Lightly chamfered edges smooth out corners for tiny fingers, while the solid beech construction provides a sturdy, stable space for dough, salt, and sensory bases. Clean-up is simple: a warm damp cloth is enough to lift residue, and regular oiling helps prolong the life of the wood. To prevent warping, avoid prolonged exposure to liquids and don’t leave the tray soaking or soaking wet for extended periods.

Why you’ll love it

• Layered Christmas-tree design offers a tactile focal point for seasonal play and display
• Beech hardwood creates a smooth, durable surface that’s gentle on dough and sensory materials
• Child-safe finish with UKCA-approved varnish for peace of mind during busy, imaginative play
• Handmade in small batches right at home—unique character you can’t get from mass production
• Versatile for sensory play, role-play setups, and festive storytelling sessions
• Option to add a bundled sensory set: 130g of Playdough and an 8oz tub of green sensory salt to jump-start tiny-tree adventures (gold rush sensory base not included)

How to use

Set the tray on a table or floor mat and invite little hands to shape, build, and explore. Layer playdough to form evergreen textures, roll green sensory salt to create a forest floor under the tree, or mix-and-match with other sensory bases for endless holiday scenarios. The inner depth of 19 mm gives you ample space for scooping, patting, and sculpting without spillage, while the overall dimensions (200 x 175 mm) provide a snug, manageable surface for small children to command their own festive scenes.

What’s included and bundle options

• 1 x Christmas Tree Sensory Tray (beech hardwood, 200 x 175 x 24 mm)
• Bundle option: 130g Present Under the Christmas Tree Playdough + 8oz tub of green sensory salt
• Note: Gold rush sensory base not included in the bundle

Caring for your tray

• Wipe with a warm damp cloth to remove residue; dry afterwards
• Oil regularly to maintain the wood’s finish and prolong life
• Avoid leaving liquids on the surface for long periods to minimize warping risks

Perfect for families, early years settings, and anyone seeking a tactile, festive activity that blends craft with imaginative play. The Christmas Tree Sensory Tray isn’t just a toy—it’s a seasonal centerpiece that invites hands-on discovery, storytelling, and hands-on learning all in one beautiful, practical wooden tray.