Shire Worcester Contract Single Mattress
The Shire Worcester is a contract mattress, which means it's built to meet the fire safety standards required for commercial settings such as guest houses, care homes and rental properties.
- Firm, even support across the surface
- Water-resistant cover for guest rooms
- Handcrafted in the UK
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Mattress details
Mattress
Shire Worcester Contract Mattress
Size
Firmness
Medium Firm
Construction
Open Coil Spring
Depth (cm)
17
Layers
2
Layer Details
Comfort Layer
Soft white synthetic fibres sit on top of the springs, which means a cosy surface feel rather than deep cushioning. It's a simple comfort layer suited to a budget mattress.
Support System
Traditional open coil springs are interlaced and joined in a lattice design, which means the whole surface moves as one and gives firm, consistent support. You'll feel more of a supportive push-back than the contouring of pocket springs.
Layer details from mattressonline.co.uk product page, September 2026.
Key benefits
- Low profile for raised frames: At 17cm deep it sits lower than many mattresses, which means more of the guard rail stays above the sleeping surface on a bunk or mid sleeper.
- Leaves room for everything else: We suggest allowing at least 2.1m x 2.8m of floor space, so a desk, wardrobe or toy storage can still fit around it in a smaller bedroom.
- A cover that copes with spills: The water-resistant cover helps with the knocked-over drinks and night-time accidents that come with a child's bed or a steady flow of guests.
- Ready for single let rooms: It conforms to BS7177:2008 Source 5, which means a landlord furnishing a student room or small let can use it without adding separate fireproofing.
- Easy to pair in a guest room: Two UK singles side by side give visitors a bed each, and the firm, even open coil support copes well with occasional use.
This size suits you if...
You're kitting out a bunk bed or a small child's room and need a shallow, practical mattress, or you're a landlord or host furnishing a single let room or guest bed where compliance and a water-resistant cover matter more than plush comfort.
Consider another size if...
You're an adult wanting a single for nightly use with deep pressure relief, because the fibre comfort layer and 17cm depth keep this mattress firmly in basic territory.
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FAQ's
Will the Shire Worcester UK single fit a cabin bed or mid sleeper?
At 90 x 190cm it matches the standard UK single frame, and the 17cm depth is on the shallow side, which helps on raised beds. Every frame is different, though, so check the manufacturer's maximum mattress depth and guard rail guidance before you order.
Can I fit two Shire Worcester UK singles in a small spare room?
Each mattress needs a 90 x 190cm frame. Our suggested minimum of 2.1m x 2.8m is for a single bed on its own, so measure your room with both beds and a walkway between them before buying a pair.
Is a UK single Shire Worcester comfortable enough for an adult?
For a guest bed or short stays, yes: 3ft x 6ft 3in suits most single adults, and across verified owner reviews it's mentioned as suiting elderly sleepers. For every night, the thin fibre top may feel a little too basic.
Is the Shire Worcester single mattress a good choice for a child's bedroom?
It suits children well in practical terms. The water-resistant cover handles spills, the interlaced open coils give firm, even support, and the compact footprint leaves floor space for play and storage. It won't feel cushioned, so younger children who like a soft bed may notice that.
Will the Shire Worcester UK single fit under a sloping loft ceiling?
The narrow 90cm width and shallow 17cm depth make it easier to tuck under a slope than a deeper mattress, as the sleeping surface sits lower. Measure the headroom where the bed will go, and allow space to sit up without catching your head.