Vispring Dartington Medium/Firm Mattress
The Vispring Dartington is a handcrafted pocket spring mattress with two layers of vanadium steel springs, hand-nested in calico pockets, which means each spring can respond to your body independently rather than moving as one unit.
- Progressive two-layer spring support
- Wool helps regulate temperature
- Stable, hand-stitched edges
£5,149
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The Vispring Dartington's fillings are natural: British fleece wool and cotton, with no synthetic foams mentioned in the specification. Firmness is medium/firm, so it suits people who like a supportive, fairly traditional feel. It sits firmly in luxury territory, and it comes in UK King and Super King only. Furniture Village, which lists it, offers a 20-year guarantee on this mattress.
Mattress specifications
Firmness
Medium Firm
Type
Pocket Spring
Depth (cm)
21
Number of Layers
4
Trial Period (nights)
Warranty (years)
20
Price Range
£5,149 to £6,399
Best Sleeping Position(s)
Back Sleeping
Stomach Sleeping
Combination Sleeping
Certifications
Assessed from the specification published by Furniture Village, captured September 2026, and from regular price comparison across our UK retail partners.
Why should you choose this mattress?
You'd choose the Dartington for its construction. Two layers of six-turn vanadium steel springs give progressive support, and in the king size that means 1,558 springs working under you. The fillings are natural British fleece wool and cotton, including Platinum Certified British fleece wool, which tends to regulate temperature better than synthetic layers, a genuine help if you sleep warm. Hand tufting with felt washers and two rows of hand side stitching keep the fillings and edges stable over time. Yes, the price is steep, but this is a traditionally made, natural-fill mattress backed by a 20-year guarantee from Furniture Village.
Key features & layer details
Ticking and tuft
High-quality ticking, hand tufted with felt washers. Tufting anchors the fillings in place, which means the surface stays even rather than shifting into lumps over the years.
Natural fillings
Soft natural fillings include bonded British fleece wool and cotton, British fleece wool, and blended British fleece wool and cotton. Wool and cotton breathe well, so you're less likely to overheat than on foam.
Springs
Two layers of Vispring's six-turn vanadium steel springs, hand-nested in calico pockets, with 1,558 springs in the king size. Each spring moves independently, which means less disturbance when a partner shifts in the night.
Borders
Borders are upholstered in protective wool with two rows of hand side stitching, horizontal handles and air vents. The side stitching firms up the edges, so you get usable support right to the sides of the bed.
Layer details from furniturevillage.co.uk product page, September 2026.
Best suited for?
Warm sleepers
Natural British fleece wool and cotton fillings breathe well, which means you are less likely to overheat than on a mattress with foam layers.
Couples
Each of the 1,558 king size springs moves independently, which means you feel less disturbance when your partner shifts during the night.
Back sleepers
The medium/firm tension and two layers of steel springs give progressive, supportive feel that suits anyone who likes a fairly traditional, level surface.
Eco-conscious buyers
Fillings are natural British fleece wool and cotton, with no synthetic foams mentioned in the specification, so the build leans on traditional natural materials.
Combination sleepers
Two rows of hand side stitching firm up the edges, which means you get usable support right to the sides when you move around.
At 21 cm this is a shallower mattress than many at a premium starting price, so if you want a deep, plush-topped feel, look elsewhere. The medium/firm tension may feel a little too solid for lightweight side sleepers. It's also only available in UK King and Super King, and the price rules out most budgets.
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Vispring Dartington Medium/Firm Mattress
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FAQ's
How firm is the Vispring Dartington mattress?
It's described as medium/firm. That suits most back and combination sleepers who want clear support, although lightweight side sleepers may find it slightly too firm at the shoulder and hip.
How many springs does the Vispring Dartington have?
The king size contains 1,558 vanadium steel pocket springs, arranged in two layers and hand-nested in calico pockets. The count for other sizes isn't stated on the listing.
What is the Vispring Dartington made of?
Natural materials throughout the fillings: Platinum Certified British fleece wool, cotton, and bonded and blended wool-and-cotton layers, over vanadium steel springs in calico pockets. The borders are upholstered in protective wool, and it's handcrafted in the UK.
Does the Vispring Dartington come with a guarantee?
Furniture Village, which lists this mattress, offers a 20-year guarantee. That's the retailer's own offer rather than a manufacturer claim, so check the terms wherever you buy.
What sizes does the Vispring Dartington come in?
UK King and UK Super King only. If you need a double or single, this model won't work for you.
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