When the squeaky, rust-adorned hinges of the ancient, garage-dwelling trestle table sing their summertime symphony, you know it’s time for a proper good party.
Nothing gets the British public going quite like a bit of sunshine. Though we do enjoy complaining about the suffocating heat, it won’t stop us from gathering friends and family in gardens and green spaces to get a barbecue blasting at full heat.
While street parties will certainly never go out of style, that plastic and PVA trestle table, despite its nostalgic charm, is likely feeling a little bit passé. When no amount of WD40 can fix its climbing rust, and it no longer unfolds with a smooth seam, it’s time to replace your humble collapsible table.
Drop-leaf, trestle, foldaway or extendable?
The world of collapsible dining tables is surprisingly vast, and it’s worth considering just what type of fold you require for your space.
What else should I consider before investing in a collapsible kitchen table?
Without further ado, we’ve curated a selection of the best foldable and collapsible tables on the market.
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Habitat Heath Oak Veneer 4 Seater Folding Table
Described as ‘fabulously flexible’, this space-saving table by Habitat is crafted from solid, FSC-certified oak. Its angular legs are stylish and functional, and it folds away to half its size in a flash, allowing it to double up as a writing desk or console table in seconds.
Buy now £240.00, Argos
The Futon Company Folding Oak Console Table
We couldn’t believe our eyes when we noticed that this brilliant, folding oak table by The Futon Company was under £400. Designed to adapt to the space you’re in while providing ample dining or working space, it’s a timeless piece that’ll be a firm favourite in your household for years to come. The slide-open mechanism is simple to operate
Buy now £379.00, The Futon Company
Brunner Nate S Folding HPL Table
Made with a steel base and wooden top, this marvellously utilitarian piece of furniture looks as though it was plucked straight out of 1955. Like all mid-century-inspired furniture, it has been designed with both sheer functionality and aesthetics in mind. No matter what aesthetic your home adheres to, this sleek foldable piece of kit will fit right in. It’s also equipped with a slightly bevelled front seat edge for added comfort.
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Buy now, Archiproducts
La Redoute Spritz Folding Acacia Table
Capable of comfortably accommodating six people, we love the elegant, slatted top and rounded corners of this folding acacia table from La Redoute. Plus, it’s currently 50 per cent off on final clearance, so grab it while you can. If you’re feeling flush, opt for the matching folding bench.
Buy now £274.99, La Redoute
Kartell Battista Folding Trolley
Inspired by functional industrial furniture, this clever, smooth-rolling trolley features an ingenious extendable steel frame for handy storage. Whether you’re serving up cocktails, dessert, or are using it as a dining room table, it’ll instantly transform your space into a Scandinavian haven.
Buy now £852.00, Heal's
Barn Number 3 Handmade Half Moon Table
Handmade and highly customisable, this glorious half-moon, drop-leaf kitchen table by Barn Number 3 via Etsy is the perfect heritage accompaniment to any bustling furniture collection. Before purchasing, be mindful that this table needs to be propped up against a wall or a sofa when folded down.
Buy now £310.00, Etsy
Oypla 6ft Folding Heavy Duty Trestle Table
If a new trestle table is what you’re after, look no further than this value-for-money option from Amazon, which is sure to arrive in time for your next garden party. Available in 4ft, 5ft and 6ft iterations, it folds open and closed seamlessly and features a handy carry handle.
Buy now £34.99, Amazon
RESARÖ Mobile Drop-Leaf Table
Purveyors of sheer practicality, you simply can’t go wrong with this brilliant multi-purpose fold-away, mobile unit from Ikea. Shelves provide ample storage for cookbooks, chopping boards, preserves and dry goods, while the surface itself can be folded up or down for prepping and eating meals.
Buy now £199.00, Ikea
