Thought to date back to the 13th century, the four poster bed has long been synonymous with the rich and noble. Nowadays, with many shapes and styles of beds available, it has never been easier to choose the ideal four poster bed to suit you and your budget.

As the name suggests, the four poster bed has four posts (one in each corner) which can be up to six and a half feet high. Attached to the top of the posts is a rectangular panel called the upper. The four poster bed was originally designed to hold bed curtains; these would hang from the upper and enclose the bed to provide shelter from drafts and the cold.

Historically, the four poster bed would have been owned by the rich and even royalty, with many examples of these beds still prevalent in many stately homes and castles throughout the UK. The richer the family the more extravagant the bed; usually these are intricately carved from oak or hardwoods.

With many sizes and style available on the market today, everyone can experience the comfort and relaxation of owning a quality four poster bed.