British Bed Company Heritage 5000 Pocket Natural Pillow Top Single 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
- Leaves floor space free: At 3ft x 6ft 3in, we suggest at least 2.1m x 2.8m of floor space, which still leaves room for a desk, wardrobe or toy storage.
- Cushioning that suits lighter bodies: The medium soft pillow top lets children, teens and lighter adults sink in a little at the shoulder and hip, which is what most side sleepers want.
- Edges that keep their shape: Three rows of hand side-stitching help the border hold firm, which matters on a narrow bed where a child often sleeps close to the edge.
- Easier to handle in tight rooms: Side turning handles make it more manageable to rotate the mattress when the bed sits against a wall or under a loft conversion slope.
- Pairs well in a guest room: Two UK singles side by side let you host friends who would rather not share, then push the beds together for a couple.
This size suits you if...
You sleep alone and like a soft, sink-in surface, you're furnishing a child's or teenager's room around a standard divan or low frame, or your spare room doubles as an office and needs a one-person bed that leaves space for a desk.
Consider another size if...
You plan to share the bed, or your bunk or mid-sleeper frame has a shallow depth limit. For two sleepers, we'd recommend the UK double, which gives 67.5cm each; allow at least 2.6m x 2.8m.
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FAQ's
Can I use a Heritage 5000 UK single on a bunk bed or cabin bed?
Possibly, but check first. The mattress is 38cm deep, which is a lot for a raised frame. Many bunk, cabin and mid-sleeper beds give a maximum mattress depth so the safety rail stays high enough above the sleeping surface. Find that figure in the frame maker's guidance before buying.
What size bedroom do I need for a UK single Heritage 5000?
We suggest at least 2.1m x 2.8m. That gives one 90 x 190cm bed space to sit alongside a small wardrobe or desk without the room feeling cramped. In a shared children's room, plan for a clear walkway between two beds as well.
Is the Heritage 5000 single long enough for a tall teenager?
The UK single is 190cm long. Most teens fit comfortably, but if yours is already close to that height, the UK king is 10cm longer, although it's also 60cm wider and we suggest at least 2.7m x 2.9m for it. Measure the room before sizing up.
What bedding fits a Heritage 5000 UK single?
A standard single duvet (135 x 200cm) fits the width. The fitted sheet needs more care: at 38cm deep, this mattress needs deep or extra-deep single sheets, so check the pocket depth on the packaging rather than assuming a standard single sheet will stretch over the pillow top.
Is a UK single Heritage 5000 a good choice for a guest room?
For most guests, yes. The medium soft pillow top feels welcoming for a night or two, and two UK singles give flexibility for friends or a couple. Heavier guests, or anyone who prefers a firm bed, may find it gives a little too much.