Vispring Bedstead Shetland Mattress

The Bedstead Shetland is a handcrafted pocket spring mattress from Vispring, made in Great Britain using traditional methods refined over more than 120 years. It's built around 1,720 hand-nested pocket springs, made in-house from the finest Vanadium steel, and layered with hand teased British fleece wool and pure Shetland wool, exclusive to Vispring mattresses, for the distinctive feel of an all-wool bed. Carrying the prestigious Woolmark as testimony to its quality, the Bedstead Shetland combines sensuous softness with a genuinely supportive feel. It's available in Soft, Medium, Firm and Extra Firm tensions, so you can choose the level of support that suits how you sleep.

Who Is This Mattress For?

A handcrafted, all-wool pocket spring mattress with pure Shetland and British fleece wool fillings, carrying the Woolmark for guaranteed quality, best suited to sleepers who want a naturally soft yet supportive feel with minimal partner disturbance. Available in Soft, Medium, Firm and Extra Firm tensions, so you can pick the support level that's right for you.

Soft Feel - 1/6

Our softest tension, designed for maximum comfort and pressure relief. Ideal for side sleepers, this feel allows shoulders and hips to gently sink into the mattress for a cushioned, cosy night's sleep.

Best for

• Side sleepers - the soft feel cushions shoulders and hips to relieve pressure points and keep your spine aligned
• Lightweight sleepers - the softer feel allows the pure wool fillings to contour properly to your body
• People with pressure point pain - helps reduce pressure on hips, shoulders and joints
• Couples - individually hand-nested pocket springs help absorb movement and reduce partner disturbance
• Hot sleepers - the natural wool fillings are hypoallergenic and breathable, helping regulate temperature

Not ideal for

• Front sleepers - hips may sink too far into the mattress
• Heavier sleepers - may not provide enough support

Medium Feel - 3/6

The Goldilocks option - not too firm, not too soft. Medium is the most versatile firmness level, balancing comfort and support in a way that suits most sleeper types.

Best for

• Side sleepers - cushions pressure points while keeping your spine aligned
• Back sleepers - supportive enough to maintain the natural curve of your spine
• Front sleepers - firm enough to help prevent hips from sinking too far
• Combination sleepers - hand-nested pocket springs respond as you move
• Couples - individually pocketed springs reduce partner disturbance

Not ideal for

• Sleepers who prefer a very soft, sink-in feel
• Heavier sleepers who may benefit from a firmer tension

Firm Feel - 5/6

A supportive, solid feel designed to keep your body well supported throughout the night. Ideal for back and front sleepers, or those who prefer a firmer sleeping surface.

Best for

• Back sleepers - keeps your spine well supported and aligned
• Front sleepers - keeps your body flat and supported
• Heavier sleepers - the extra tension provides support for proper spinal alignment
• People who prefer a firm, supportive feel
• Couples - individually pocketed springs reduce partner disturbance

Not ideal for

• Side sleepers who need more cushioning for shoulders and hips
• Sleepers who prefer a softer, plush feel

Extra Firm Feel - 6/6

Our firmest option, offering maximum support and minimal sink. Perfect for front sleepers, heavier individuals, or anyone who prefers a very firm, supportive mattress.

Best for

• Front sleepers - keeps your body level and well supported
• Heavier sleepers - built for extra support and durability
• People who prefer a very firm mattress
• Sleepers up to 158kg (25st) per side

Not ideal for

• Side sleepers
• Sleepers who prefer a cushioned or softer feel

Inside This Mattress

Hand Nested Pocket Springs
What it is: Vispring's premium springs hand-nested in a honeycomb pattern from finest Vanadium steel, each enclosed in natural cotton calico pockets.
How it helps you sleep: Work independently to gently support from head to toe, sensing the weight, pressure, and contours of both you and your partner for complete relaxation and a memorable night's sleep.

Hand Teased Fillings
What it is: Vispring's traditional craft of gently separating natural fibres by hand to enhance their inherent qualities and ensure even distribution.
How it helps you sleep: Creates an opulent feel with enhanced resilience and loft, allowing air to move freely and helping the bed breathe for a healthier, more comfortable sleeping environment.

British Fleece Wool Layer
What it is: Platinum Certified British fleece wool sustainably sourced and approved by the British Wool Marketing Board.
How it helps you sleep: Provides natural, hypoallergenic insulation with excellent temperature regulation and moisture-wicking properties for a comfortable, fresh and sustainable sleeping environment.

100% Platinum Certified Pure Shetland Wool and British Fleece Wool Blend
What it is: A premium blend of Platinum Certified Shetland wool and British Fleece Wool, sustainably sourced and approved by the British Wool Marketing Board.
How it helps you sleep: Delivers naturally hypoallergenic insulation and excellent temperature regulation throughout the year, with moisture-wicking properties that contribute to a fresher, more comfortable sleeping environment.

Hand Tufted with Wool Tufts
What it is: A traditional hand-tufting technique using natural wool tufts to secure the mattress fillings from top to bottom.
How it helps you sleep: Ensures fillings remain evenly distributed for consistent comfort, while the natural wool tufts add a touch of luxury and durability.

Tape Edging
What it is: A skilled hand-finishing technique used by Vispring craftsmen to close the mattress panel and border with meticulous care.
How it helps you sleep: Creates a beautifully smooth, strong mattress edge finish that maintains its shape and provides reliable edge support for a more comfortable sleep.

Rows of Hand Side Stitching
What it is: Multiple rows of traditional hand stitching along the mattress sides, carried out by skilled upholsterers using long needles and natural twine.
How it helps you sleep: Dramatically strengthens the mattress border, preventing spring distortion and extending the sleeping area right to the edge for maximum usable space.

M-Pure Treated Finest Quality Cover
What it is: Vispring's finest quality mattress cover treated with M-Pure, a 100% sustainable, biodegradable and environmentally friendly natural fire retardant.
How it helps you sleep: Provides a fresh, hygienic sleeping surface using natural ingredients instead of chemical retardants, creating a safer, healthier and more luxurious sleep environment.

Flag-stitched Handles
What it is: Handles sewn onto the sides of the mattress using a flag-stitch method for durability.
How it helps you sleep: Makes moving and rotating the mattress straightforward, helping you maintain the mattress properly for long-lasting comfort.

Chrome Air Vents
What it is: Chrome-finished ventilation eyelets set into the sides of the mattress to allow airflow.
How it helps you sleep: Promotes continuous air circulation throughout the mattress, regulating temperature and maintaining a fresh, dry sleep environment.

Seasonal Turn
What it is: A mattress designed to be turned seasonally, with fillings on both sides so it offers two possible sleeping surfaces.
How it helps you sleep: Turning with the seasons ensures you benefit from the most suitable comfort layer year-round, helping regulate your body temperature and extend the mattress's lifespan.

Specification

Dimensions & Weights

How it Compares

Vs firmer mattresses: Choosing the Bedstead Shetland in Soft or Medium tension gives noticeably more pressure relief at the shoulders and hips than a firmer mattress, thanks to its deep pure wool comfort layers. If you sleep on your side or want the distinctive soft feel of an all-wool bed, these softer tensions are likely the better choice. Firmer mattresses generally suit heavier sleepers or those who prefer a more rigid, supportive surface, which is why the Bedstead Shetland is also available in Firm and Extra Firm.

Vs softer mattresses: The Bedstead Shetland's 1,720 hand-nested pocket springs give it more structural support underneath the wool comfort layers than many softer mattresses. Softer mattresses can feel more immediately plush, but may not maintain spinal alignment as consistently, especially for combination sleepers or couples with different body weights.

Vs premium and luxury mattresses: The Bedstead Shetland shares the same hand-nested pocket springs and handcrafted British construction found across Vispring's ranges, with the added distinction of the Woolmark and its all-wool fillings. The difference is typically in the type and depth of comfort layers rather than any compromise in quality or craftsmanship.

30 Year Guarantee

The Bedstead Shetland is backed by Vispring's 30-year manufacturer's guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship. Given the quality of the pure wool fillings and the handcrafted construction, this is a mattress built to last for decades, and the guarantee reflects that.

Awards & Accreditations

Woolmark - The Bedstead Shetland carries the prestigious Woolmark, testimony to the unrivalled quality of its pure wool fillings.

National Bed Federation (NBF) Approved - Independently verified to meet strict UK standards for quality, safety and responsible manufacturing.

British Wool Marketing Board Platinum Certified - The wool fillings are certified to the highest standards set by the British Wool Marketing Board for quality and traceability.

Handcrafted in Great Britain - Vispring has been handcrafting beds and mattresses in Great Britain for over 120 years.

Queen's Award for Enterprise - Vispring has been recognised with a Queen's Award for Enterprise, an accolade reserved for businesses that have excelled in international trade, innovation or sustainable development.

Zero Waste to Landfill Policy - Vispring's commitment to sending zero manufacturing waste to landfill, reducing the mattress's carbon footprint.

Ready to Upgrade Your Sleep for Better Rest?

The Bedstead Shetland delivers a rare combination: the distinctive feel of an all-wool bed, Woolmark-certified quality and handcrafted British pocket spring support, all backed by a 30-year guarantee. If you're a side, back, front or combination sleeper, love the idea of a naturally soft yet supportive wool mattress, or simply want a choice of tension to suit exactly how you sleep, this is a mattress worth considering.

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