British Bed Company The Legend Ortho Plus Double Mattress
The British Bed Company The Legend Ortho Plus Mattress has a 2000 pocket spring unit under a dense cushion layer, which means you get extra-firm, individually moving support with a little comfort on top.
- Extra-firm feel for a flat sleep
- Springs move individually
- Double-sided, so you can flip it
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British Bed Company The Legend Ortho Plus Mattress
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Mattress details
Mattress
British Bed Company The Legend Ortho Plus Mattress
Size
Firmness
Extra Firm
Construction
Orthopaedic
Pocket Spring
Depth (cm)
30
Layers
2
Layer Details
Dense cushion layer
A dense layer of cushioning that sits on top of the spring unit. It adds some comfort to an already firm mattress, so the surface feels a little less harsh.
2000 pocket spring unit
A pocket spring unit with 2000 springs (the count is given for the king size), each moving individually. That means support follows your body's shape rather than moving as a single sheet.
Layer details from mattressman.co.uk product page, October 2026.
Key benefits
- Room for two, room to move: The UK double gives each sleeper 67.5cm of width, which suits couples who sleep fairly still and want to keep floor space for wardrobes and drawers.
- Bedside tables still fit: We suggest at least 2.6m x 2.8m for a UK double, so most typical bedrooms can keep a bedside table on each side.
- Firm support across the whole width: Individually moving pocket springs sit under a dense cushion layer, which means one partner's side stays supportive and flat even when the other is heavier.
- Easy to dress: Double sheets are sold everywhere and a 200 x 200cm double duvet fits, although you'll want deep fitted sheets for the 30cm depth.
- Two usable sleep surfaces: Because the mattress is double-sided, a couple can flip and rotate it to even out the dips that two bodies in fixed spots tend to create.
This size suits you if...
You share the bed with a partner who also likes a very firm mattress, and your bedroom is a typical size where a king would squeeze out the furniture. It also suits a guest room that needs to sleep visiting couples comfortably.
Consider another size if...
You and your partner keep waking each other, or one of you sprawls, and your bedroom is at least 2.7m x 2.9m. We'd recommend the UK king instead.
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FAQ's
Is the Legend Ortho Plus UK double big enough for two people?
For most couples, yes. A UK double gives each of you 67.5cm of width, which is comfortable if you both sleep fairly still. If one of you moves a lot, the UK king gives 75cm each, so the UK double gives 7.5cm less per person.
What size bedroom do I need for a UK double Legend Ortho Plus?
We suggest at least 2.6m x 2.8m for a UK double, with around 3m x 3m feeling comfortable once you add bedside tables and a wardrobe. That suits most second bedrooms and many main bedrooms in older and newer homes alike.
Should I choose the UK double or UK king in the Legend Ortho Plus?
The UK double is 15cm narrower and 10cm shorter than the UK king. Choose the UK double if your room is tight or you want space for furniture. Choose the UK king if you have at least 2.7m x 2.9m and want more personal space.
Is a UK double mattress long enough for tall people?
The UK double is 190cm long, or 6ft 3in. Taller sleepers whose feet reach the end may prefer the UK king, which is 10cm longer, provided the bedroom has room for it.
What bedding fits the Legend Ortho Plus double?
Standard UK double sheets fit the 135 x 190cm surface, and a 200 x 200cm double duvet works well for two. The mattress is 30cm deep, so look for deep fitted sheets rather than standard ones, which may slip off the corners.