British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top Mattress
The British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top Mattress combines a deep pillow top of wool, silk, cashmere and cotton with 5000 pocket springs, which means a soft, cushioned surface with springy support underneath.
- Soft, cushioned pillow top feel
- Wool, silk & cashmere fillings
- Reinforced, hand-stitched edges
£1,151.75
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The Heritage 5000 is a premium pocket spring mattress with a deep natural-fibre pillow top. British Bed Company rates it medium soft, so expect a cushioned feel that suits side sleepers and lighter sleepers best. It's 38cm deep and Mattress Man sells it in a UK small single, UK single, UK small double, UK double, UK king and UK super king. Mattress Man offers a 60-night trial, and there's a 10-year guarantee.
Mattress specifications
Firmness
Medium Soft
Type
Pocket Spring
Depth (cm)
38
Number of Layers
2
Trial Period (nights)
60
Warranty (years)
10
Price Range
£1,151 to £1,827
Best Sleeping Position(s)
Side Sleeping
Certifications
Assessed from British Bed Company's published specification for this mattress, captured October 2026, and from regular price comparison across our UK retail partners.
Why should you choose this mattress?
The deep pillow top is filled with wool, silk, cashmere and cotton, which gives you a soft, natural-feeling surface to sink into. Underneath, 5000 individually encased pocket springs support your body, and three rows of hand side-stitching with a reinforced border help the edges keep their shape. Integrated breather vents add airflow, and side turning handles make it easier to move around. It suits side sleepers and anyone who likes a cushioned feel, although heavier sleepers may want something firmer.
Key features & layer details
Pillow top
A deep pillow top of wool, silk, cashmere and cotton. It gives the mattress its soft, cushioned surface, which suits sleepers who like to sink in a little.
Pocket spring core
5000 individually encased pocket springs, with three rows of hand side-stitching and a reinforced border. The springs support your body, and the stitched border helps the edges hold their shape.
Layer details from mattressman.co.uk product page, October 2026.
Best suited for?
Side sleepers
The medium soft feel and deep pillow top of wool, silk, cashmere and cotton give a cushioned surface to sink into at the shoulder and hip.
Lighter sleepers
A medium soft rating with a deep, cushioned pillow top suits lighter bodies, which sink in a little rather than sitting on top of the surface.
Warm sleepers
Integrated breather vents add airflow, and the natural fibres in the pillow top give a surface that suits those who tend to run hot.
Couples
Five thousand individually encased pocket springs support each person separately, and the stitched, reinforced border helps the edges keep their shape across the UK double, king and super king sizes.
If you prefer sleeping on a firm mattress, this might not be the best choice. It's rated medium soft, and the deep pillow top adds even more cushioning. Heavier sleepers, and back or front sleepers who want a flatter, firmer surface, may find it gives too much. At 38cm deep, it also needs a bed frame and bedding that can cope.
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British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top Mattress
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FAQ's
How firm is the British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top?
It's rated medium soft, so it feels cushioned rather than firm. That suits side sleepers and lighter sleepers well, although anyone who wants firm, flat support will probably prefer a firmer mattress.
What sizes does the British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top come in?
Mattress Man sells it in a UK small single, UK single, UK small double, UK double, UK king and UK super king. Check your bed frame size before ordering, as the small sizes are less common.
How deep is the British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top?
It's 38cm deep. That's a thick mattress, so check that your bed frame and fitted sheets can handle the extra height before you buy.
What is the British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top made of?
It has a pillow top of wool, silk, cashmere and cotton over 5000 individually encased pocket springs. The surface is hand-tufted, and the edges have three rows of hand side-stitching with a reinforced border.
Does the British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top come with a trial?
Mattress Man offers a 60-night trial, with exchanges possible between nights 30 and 60 for an exchange fee. There's also a 10-year guarantee, although the retailer doesn't say whether it comes from the brand or from Mattress Man.
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