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Cot Beds For Sale - A Roundup of the Best Deals

When you're looking for cot beds available for sale you want a bed that is solid, safe and of a good size. This model is made by hand and ticks all of the boxes. Our panel loved the mixture of pine and white.

This crib bed comes with all the extras you need, such as an area for storage, teething rails, and two height settings. It's also simple to put together and looks stunning in any nursery.

Mamas & Papas Coxley Cot Bed


The mamas and papas coxley cot is brimming with wonderful features that are designed to follow a hand crafted aesthetic. It is also built to last. It converts seamlessly into a toddler's bed, and will see your child from the time of birth until age four.

Its slightly tapered feet give it a modern version of the traditional cot. It has three mattress positions that can be adjusted to suit your baby's growth and a lower base which adds safety. The cot also has a handy under-cot storage drawer and teething rails to safeguard your baby's gums as they get their first teeth.

Our tester for parents Megan was extremely pleased with this cot bed. It was easy to assemble, looked beautiful and had many other features like a useful drawer for storage. She also appreciated the fact that it's gender neutral so you can pass it down to your children in the future.

Another thing to keep in mind is that cot beds don't always include a mattress so you'll have to purchase this separately too. You'll need to choose a firm baby mattress that is flat and is the right size. The best mattresses for cots are made of springs, foam or coir. They should be certified to British safety standards BS 1877-10:1997 or BS 195852:1991+A1 2012.

The height of the cot should not exceed 55cm to stop your child from climbing out. The distance between the bars should be no more than 6.5cm so that your child's head doesn't get caught in them.

Stokke snuzkot

This eye-catching cot from a Scandi brand adds a fun look to the nursery, with the slats that are coloured adding a pop of colour that'll make your baby feel at the home of their dreams. It's a perfect fit for most nurseries and seamlessly blends with the rest of your design scheme, with a matching changing unit to make it all a bit more cohesive. This cot is available in two neutral shades - white and soft grey. It takes only an hour to put together thanks to the clear directions and separate screws packs.

The cot bed can grow with your child. It comes with the option of adding an extension kit for juniors which will allow them to reach the age of five. This is a premium option that comes with a price to match. However, if you're looking to invest in nursery furniture that will last for a long time, it's worth looking into.

It's suitable from the time of birth. The mattress can be positioned high to allow easy access for your child. It's also sturdy and can be used with standard cot mattresses up to 140cm 70cm. The design is simple and modern with an oval shape that'll enhance your baby's feeling of security and safety. This is the smallest of cots on our list, but it still has plenty of space for your baby to sleep.

Ickle Bubba Snowdon Cot Bed Classic

This is a great option to get a distinctive vintage-looking cot bed. It features dowel slats that are rounded to create a design that is unique from other beds in this price range. It also provides extra comfort for your child with three different heights of base to meet their requirements. This will help you avoid having to bend over to pick up your baby.

It's also a good option if you have a smaller nursery, a sloped ceiling or do not want to take up more floor space with your crib bed. Our deputy editor Heidi Scrimgeour says: "It's an impressive piece that occupies less space than you think from its design."

The curved sleigh design on the cot bed's ends provide a touch of class to any nursery. It can be used from the time your child is about four years old. It then converts to a junior bed by taking the side rails off and lowering both ends. It is equipped with a 140cm x 70cm Finest mattress and a large under-drawer on runners and handles to make it easy to access.

Obaby Stamford Luxe Sleigh Cot Bed

This elegant cot from Obaby is the final option in our roundup. It's a sleigh bed but it doesn't feel big like other beds of this type. It also comes with a drawer to keep all your baby necessities close by.

This cot can grow with your child. You can take the rails off and convert it to a toddler bed. Once they've grown beyond that, you can turn it into a useful daybed.

This cot bed features stunning design and is hand-carved from solid pine. The carvings on the ends blend beautifully with the curved rear side rail to distinguish it from other cot beds and create an extremely luxurious option. The premium mattress can be lowered in two positions, making it easier to position your baby without having to turn over. It also comes with teething rails to safeguard the delicate gums of your baby throughout their teething phase.

Although it's quite expensive, this is a great-looking cot that will impress your friends and family when they come to visit. It's easy to put together and the instructions are clear and include useful pictures. However, if you're worried about your own DIY skills, John Lewis offers an assembly service for an additional PS60 that includes fixing it to the wall if necessary and disposing of the packaging.

Silver Cross Nostalgia Cot Bed

This sleigh-styled cot will be a wonderful choice for parents who wish to give their child an item of furniture that they can cherish. It's sturdy and well-constructed, so it will last an extended period of time. It's also simple to assemble and adjust as your child grows. Our test subject found it especially helpful that the cot does not have any gaps at the edges, so that your baby isn't able to get out of bed.

It's also cleverly designed to turn into a toddler bed once your child is ready. With an Allen key you can remove the side bars and solid end pieces to transform it into traditional-style beds. It will be in your child's room for a long time.

Despite its stunning design, this cot is actually quite affordable. Our tester called it the best value cot bed she's ever tested and especially since you need to buy an additional mattress. It is also the fastest flatpack cot you can build. Each piece is alphabetically labelled so you can't make a mistake.

The main drawback of this cot is that it requires an additional mattress. For certain parents, this could be a major issue. It's important to remember that you'll need change the mattress of your child at least once a month, and occasionally more often. So, this shouldn't be a big problem. It's also made from natural wood, so you can feel comfortable when you purchase it.

Great Little Trading Company Little Wren Cot Bed

A stylish and sturdy cot that has a classic design, this Good Little Trading Company option is a great value. It comes with a space-saving coordinating changing table that clips neatly to the top of the cot to speed up nappy changes. It can be put away safely under the cot when baby is done. best crib newborn into a toddler bed when the time is right, with three mattress heights to pick from.

This cot can be used until your child is the age of four (or longer if you buy the toddler bed conversion kit). It's also made of sustainably-sourced wood - in this case, a blend of Australian Araucaria and New Zealand radiata - and includes three mattress bases to adjust to the growing needs of your child.

Parents test Grace liked that the slatted sides were easy to clean and didn't have any sharp edges that could be an issue for toddlers. It's also a clever option for rooms with small or ceilings with slopes, since it takes up a small amount of floor space, with just the side panel detaching the cot from your bedroom for your toddler.

The cot is built to be in compliance with the safety standards of BS EN 716. Assembly was easy thanks to alphabetically labelled pieces and clear instructions. The cot comes with a teething rail and swivel-rocking frame. You can also install drawers under the bed to store toys, clothes, and nappies.

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