British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top King Size 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
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British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top Mattress
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Mattress details
Mattress
British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top Mattress
Size
Firmness
Medium Soft
Construction
Natural
Pocket Spring
Wool
Depth (cm)
38
Layers
2
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.
Key benefits
- Room to get up quietly: With 75cm each, an early riser has more space to slip out, and the individually encased springs respond separately, so less of that movement should reach the other side.
- Length for a taller partner: The 200cm length (6ft 6in) adds 10cm over a UK double, which means a partner over six foot is less likely to end up with feet over the edge.
- Space for pillows and changing positions: The medium soft pillow top suits side sleeping, and the extra width leaves room for the propping pillows many people rely on during pregnancy and the months after.
- Less floor space than a super king: We suggest at least 2.7m x 2.9m, which can make the UK king the more realistic fit in a new build master bedroom once wardrobes go in.
- A higher surface to sit on: At 38cm deep it sits high, which may help if getting in and out is slow after an injury, although you'll need fitted king sheets deep enough to cover it.
This size suits you if...
You share the bed every night and have started to feel cramped in a UK double, or one of you is over six foot and wants extra length without giving up a soft, cushioned surface.
Consider another size if...
Your bedroom is smaller than our suggested 2.7m x 2.9m, or you both want plenty of room each. We'd recommend the UK double (allow 2.6m x 2.8m) for a tighter room, or the UK super king for 90cm each.
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FAQ's
Is the Heritage 5000 UK king big enough for two people?
For most couples, yes. A UK king gives you 75cm each, which is 7.5cm more per person than a UK double. That extra room makes the most difference if you sleep on your side with your knees drawn up, or if you're used to brushing elbows with your partner every time one of you turns.
Is a UK king long enough if I'm over 6ft?
The UK king is 200cm long, or 6ft 6in, and that's 10cm longer than a UK double. If one of you is over six foot, that length is often the real reason to upgrade. The UK super king is the same length, so going bigger adds width but no extra length.
What size bedroom do I need for a UK king Heritage 5000?
We suggest at least 2.7m x 2.9m. At 38cm deep, this mattress also sits tall, so check the bed frame height and leave space to walk round both sides. Measure your stairs and landing too, because a deep UK king can be awkward to carry round a tight corner.
Should I get the Heritage 5000 in a UK king or UK super king?
The UK super king gives you 90cm each, which is 15cm more per person than the UK king. It also needs more room: we suggest at least 3m x 2.9m, compared with 2.7m x 2.9m for the UK king. If your room is tight, the UK king is usually the more sensible choice.
Will I feel my partner moving on a king size Heritage 5000?
You should feel less than on a UK double. The 75cm each gives you more distance from your partner, and the 5000 springs are individually encased, so each one responds on its own. Light sleepers may still notice someone getting in or out, particularly if one of you rises hours earlier.