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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the best cots uk Deals

When you're looking for cot beds for sale, you want something that's solid, safe and of adequate in size. This hand-crafted model ticks all the boxes and our panel loved its smart mix of natural and white pine.

This crib bed comes with all the accessories you need, such as storage compartments, teething rails, and two height settings. It's also simple to assemble, and looks fantastic in any nursery for babies.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed

The coxley cot-bed made by mamas and papas is brimming with amazing design features, all following an exquisitely designed style. It's built to last and can easily be converted into a toddler bed and is sure to keep your child safe from newborn until they are four years old.

Its slightly tapered feet make it a modern take on the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your baby's growth and the lower base, which increases security. The cot also comes with a handy under cot storage draw as well as teething rails that will protect your infant's gums when they start to get their first teeth.

Megan, our parent tester, really liked this cot-bed. She said that it was simple to put together and was gorgeous. It also came with many extra features, including storage drawers that are useful. She also loved the fact that it's gender-neutral, meaning you can pass it on to future children.

Another thing to consider is that cot beds don't always include a mattress so you'll have to purchase one separately. You will want to select a firm, flat Baby beds mattress that is the right size. The ideal cot mattress is made from springs, foam or coir. It must be inspected and certified in accordance with British safety standards BS A1:5852 or BS 1877-10/1997.

The cot should have a maximum height of 55cm to ensure that your child won't be able to get out. The distance between the bars should not be more than 6.5cm to ensure that your child's head doesn't be trapped within them.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand adds a fun style to the nursery with the coloured slats adding a pop of colour that'll make your little one feel at in their own home. It's an ideal fit for most nurseries and blends seamlessly into your design scheme, including a matching changing unit to tie everything together. This cot is available in two neutral colours that are soft grey and white. It takes only an hour to assemble, thanks to the clear directions and separate screws packs.

The cot bed will expand with your child, with the option of adding a junior extension kit which can allow them to grow up to around age five. It's a high-end option with a price tag to be matched, but if you're looking to purchase an item of furniture for your nursery that will last, this is well worth considering.

It's suitable for babies and features three handy mattress base heights, so you can assemble it with the mattress up high to make it easy for your baby to get in and out of. It's also made of a sturdy material and will fit a standard cot mattress up to 140cmx70cm. The design is modern and simple with an oval shape that'll enhance your baby's feeling of safety and security. This is the smallest cot on our list, but it provides plenty of space for your baby to sleep.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a great option if you want a vintage-style cot bed. It features rounded dowels that give it a distinct look unlike other cot beds within this price range. It comes with three different levels of the base to meet their requirements. This will help you avoid having to bend down to pick up your baby.

This is also a great option for a nursery that is an insignificant size with a sloped ceiling or you don't want the bed to take up a lot of floor space. Heidi Scrimgeour, our Deputy Editor says: "It is a statement piece and occupies less space than you think."

The curved sleigh details on the ends of the cot bed provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from the time your child is approximately four years old. It then it transforms into a junior bed by removing the side rails and lowering the ends. It comes with a Finest 140cm x70cm mattress. It has a large under drawer on runners and handles for easy access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

The final cot in our round-up is this stylish alternative from Obaby. It's a sleigh bed but it's not heavy like other beds of this type. It also has a drawer beneath to keep your baby's necessities close by.

This cot can grow with your child's. You can take off the side rails to transform it to a toddler bed. And when they are old enough, you can turn it into a great day bed.

This cot bed is made of solid pine and has an amazing hand-carved design. The carved ends are incorporated into the curves of the side rails, creating the most luxurious cot bed. The deluxe base mattress can be lowered in two different positions making it easy to put your baby in a position without having to lean over. The teething rails guard your baby's gums when they are teething.

Despite being fairly expensive however, it's a beautiful cot that is sure to impress your friends and family when they visit. The instructions are simple to follow and come with helpful pictures. If you are worried about your DIY skills, John Lewis provides an assembly service for an additional PS60. This includes fixing it to the wall, if needed and then removing the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot will be a fantastic option for parents who want to give their child a piece of furniture they will cherish. It's sturdy and well-constructed and will last for an extended period of time. It's also simple to assemble and adjust as your child grows. Our test subject found it especially useful that the cot doesn't have any gaps at the edges so your baby isn't able to fall out of bed.

It can also be converted into a toddler's bed when your child is old enough. It's as easy as removing the sides bars and solid ends using an Allen key and it transforms into a beautiful traditional-style bed that will be a part of your child's bedroom for years to be.

Although it looks expensive even though it looks expensive, this cot is very affordable. It was rated as the top price cot-bed we tested by our testers even though you need to buy the mattress separately. It's also the quickest flatpack cot you can build. Each piece is alphabetically labelled and there's no way to go wrong.

The biggest drawback of this cot is that it requires a separate mattress. For some parents, this may be a deal-breaker. However, it's worth remembering that you'll likely need to replace your child's mattress at least once per year, and often more often which isn't something to worry about. Plus, it's made from natural wood, so you'll be able to feel good about your purchase.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cotbed

A stylish and sturdy cot with a classic design, this Good Little Trading Company option is great value for money. It comes with a matching changing table that clips onto the top of the cot for quick and easy nappy-changing. It can be tucked away securely under the cot when baby is done. It also transforms into a toddler bed at the time of need, with three mattress heights to choose from.

This cot is a long-lasting option, suitable for use up to the time your child is four years of age (or even longer if you purchase the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made from sustainable wood - in this case it's a mix of Australian araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and has three mattress positions that you can adjust to your child's growing.

Grace the tester, a parent was delighted that the sides were slatted and did not have sharp edges that could pose a threat to children. It's also a clever choice for small rooms and sloped ceilings as it occupies a tiny area, with only the side panel that separates the cot from the toddler's bedroom.

The cot is in compliance with the high safety standards set by BS EN 716, and assembly was easy due to the alphabetically labeled parts and simple instructions. The cot also has teething rails and a swivel-rocking frame. You can also add under-bed drawers to store clothes, toys, and nappies.