British Beds Direct Reviews 

969
TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.2

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Evaluating 39 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Many customers praised the helpful and responsive customer service, often highlighting excellent support that made the ordering process smooth. People frequently found products to be of good quality, well-made, comfortable, and offering good value. Reviewers also reported positive delivery experiences, noting promptness, clear communication, and helpful delivery teams. However, some people were dissatisfied with product quality, reporting issues like missing parts, damaged items, mould, or poor upholstery and finishing. A few other people also felt customer service was lacking, with ignored emails, poor communication, and constant chasing for updates. There were also mentions of failed deliveries, lost items, or delays extending over several weeks.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am really pleased with my bed and headboard they look lovely, the rest of the room needs refitting now to keep up with my beautiful bed. Also special thanks to Kay who helped me choose everything an... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

EXCELLENT SERVICE From the very beginning: the phone was answered within 5 rings, advice given, sending out samples and placing the order were all stress free and easy. Particularly Sam and Adam w... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Neat-looking bed at a good price. Arrived on time. Was pleased to find their range included simple, lower bases. My elderly Mum is v.happy & finding it much easier to get into. Found staff really... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I can honestly say that this company provided me with excellent customer service. I purchased a kingsize divan some three years ago, I moved home and sadly one of the Shepherd's castors came off a... See more

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Company details

  1. Bed Shop
  2. Bedroom Furniture Store
  3. Furniture Store
  4. Interior Designer
  5. Mattress Store

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Dreamy, hand-crafted beds and mattress made in Britain and built to last. Design a bed that’s perfect for you, with stress-free ordering and 10 working days free delivery*.


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4.2

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered a bed which was never…I’ve been asked for a ref / order number which is web7184 but can’t reply to their query . Wonder why

I ordered a bed which was never delivered.
I initially was told the bed parts were out of stock and woul I consider changing my order ….. which I did. The new order after 6 weeks waiting did not arrive. I asked for my money back and was told the company was in receivership and to my bank to request the money back.
DO NOT TRUST THIS COMPANY

10 March 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from British Beds Direct

Hi, I am sorry to hear about this issue you have had, please can you provide an order number for us to look into this for you.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great selection and Product

Great selection and the ottoman bed and headboard I purchased were made to order in selected material. They even supplied me with some loose material so I could cover other items I had to match. Only let down for 4 stars was the delivery time extended and had a hiccup. Nevertheless they kept in contact and went out of their way to sort every thing out. Thoroughly recommend.

24 October 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good and comfortable

The bed and mattress is good and comfortable. It also looks smart. However, website needs to be clearer about whether or not you want a headboard. Also I thought assembly was included by the guys who delivered but apparently not. This again needs to be clearer on the order form and if there is a charge what it is.

26 September 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delivered on time

Delivered on time, easily put together once in bedroom. Fits well in space and storage facility is good.

4 October 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Complete lack of communication!

Took a long time to find a bed, looked any many companies and whittled it down from 5/6 beds. Choosing one from British Beds Direct.The jones ottoman. One of the more expensive options. I ordered the swatches, none of which were quite the right shade so ordered a few more. (The colours look very different online) These didn’t arrive so I chased up 4 days later to be told I could only order 5 or something. Confused as to wonder why, as making an expensive purchase I was wanting to make sure I had made the absolute right decision. Anyway, these were ordered. Thankfully. Arrived - and I ordered the bed. Delivery on my confirmation email stated within 10 working days. No contact from any point on after this email. The only contact I had is from when I have called them to chase up where my order is.

On the call, I was told my order should be with me by the end of the week as that’s when the delivery truck was next in my area, so I took the Friday 6th off work to await delivery. Not arriving. Told on that call that day the trucks don’t always come to every area, told “like Scotland we don’t visit these areas all the time” Fair enough, I’m 40 mins away from London but ok. Anyway, told to await the text message of delivery - will arrive 2 days before. 3pm Wednesday afternoon, no text, so I call chasing this up again, to be told, Friday 13/10. I received a text that same night 5.45pm - bed arriving tomorrow. Take the day off to be waiting in and apparently the lorry has broken down with my bed on it and it will now be arriving tomorrow! Friday 13/10 - (the original delivery day stated on the phone!) Get a text message to call about delivery - call the office and no one available to speak to me!! 3 days I’ve now had to take off work because a company has a complete lack of communication skills. Absolutely shocking experience. Refunds are also apparently subject to a 50% restocking fee as stated on their website so at this moment in time, I’m stuck waiting for a bed to arrive and over £250 down in pay from work!!! Honesty is normally the best policy, and if I had been told honestly, I wouldn’t have had so much time WASTED waiting for this bed to arrive!

Can’t comment on bed at the moment as not arrived but will update when it does.

Bed arrived, 6.35am. Absolutely dripping wet (it was raining) but this must have been out for a long time. The bed then subsequently had water staining down all the fabric. I went to put the headboard together. Of which I purchased myself. Bed had been sent with a king size base board instead of a double. Had no fittings to allow me to put the ottoman section together, the whole metal fitting. Screws missing, tools missing. Those have now been rectified about being sent the extra parts. Repair man was sent to fix the supports being too low at the bottom and side of bed but couldn’t be done so now awaiting new side bed boards - resolution date unknown as fabric is “out of stock”.

20 September 2023
Unprompted review
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Reply from British Beds Direct

Dear Bianca,

We genuinely sorry for the negative experience you've encountered with us. We understand the frustration caused by the delay in delivery and the subsequent issue of receiving the wrong-sized order. Rest assured, we are actively working to rectify these issues, but unforeseen challenges have arisen as reported by our technician.

We have a replacement order in our system, eagerly awaiting dispatch as soon as your chosen fabric is back in stock. The current restocking date is set for the middle of December. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we appreciate your patience as we strive to make things right.

Kind Regards,
British Beds Direct Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Yes you tried to reach me after upon…

Yes you tried to reach me after upon our rigorous search on all our possible tries in various platforms (emails, phone numbers available in website and correspondence) even the phone number were reaching to some transporter after somany days and communicated to inform yourself to give a call back.

My order date was 19th, since committed in website the delivery shall be on 28th max where as iam trying to reach out from 27 to fix my slot and no response.

During from the initially correspondence the delivery slot was not allocated saying everything depends on warehouse programme. Delivery shall be on mutual agreement as this is not a small parcel and can't leave at the door.

Paying all my payments which is my hard earned money without knowing when delivery will happen and mean time the company went underground made panicking.

Again after I get hold of your contact back on 4th, you said there was issues with your internet and phone, and the too I wasn't confirmed with delivery date, and said will come to know this week, meanwhile i get request for review only.

Without supplying existing customers iam unaware why are u sending request for review.

Still Iam worried how the product would be when the managing and service is so weak.

I've gone through many online window, when I book before the payment it will ask to select for delivery slot.

Iam here on my 18th day still unaware of the product delivery.

If you are unable to supply pls let me know, will order in any other source as we are in need of stuffs immediate.

Which ever issues addressed like the10% discount mentioned in website dint go through said website glitch, can't able to contact, then you said internet issue, phone issue.

Please be genuine to customers who come to you.

22 September 2023
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Reply from British Beds Direct

Dear Peri,

I trust this message finds you well. We can see that your order has been delivered. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused by the recent technical challenges with our phone and internet services, leading to a delay in processing your order and getting this booked out for delivery.

We understand your concern and appreciate your patience during this period. We encountered some unforeseen technical issues that were addressed as quickly as possible, allowing us to fulfill your order promptly thereafter. We regret any frustration caused by the repeated explanations regarding the situation.

We hope you can appreciate we did try our best to get all issues resolved as quickly as we could.

Kind regards,
British Beds Direct Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely bed

Lovely bed, delivered in time. Great communication and best of all a really good price. The delivery boys were very helpful too x

13 September 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Helpful staff

Helpful staff, great quality product only reason not 5 stars is due to bolts missing. Once contacted the company sent them through within 2 days so resolved.

29 September 2023
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fab new headboard

Everything was as described online. We had received the fabric swatches.
Loved the colour. It looks very good in situ. Highly recommended.

14 September 2023
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Presently surprised

I had never heard of British beds direct before but liked the choices of designs and the textile options. Material was true to description and the bed was nicely made and very sturdy. Very happy with my purchase. I didn’t realise the beds are made after ordering, I suppose this is why they can only provide an estimate of number of weeks/days for delivery.

5 September 2023

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