Highgrove Beds is a UK-based brand making mattresses and beds in Liversedge, West Yorkshire. It has a big, modern production facility, and supplies independent bed shops as well as larger retailers. If you like to try before you buy, Highgrove is one of the brands that’s worth shortlisting, because many of its ranges are available to be displayed on the shop floor, where it’s easy to sense the difference between a firmer, posture-led build and a plusher, more pressure-relieving feel. When I’ve tried Highgrove models in-store, you can feel those differences pretty quickly just by pressing into the top and shifting position.
The emphasis at Highgrove isn’t so much on finding you a signature “feel”, but rather a good range from which to choose. Across the range you will find pocket sprung mattresses for more targeted support, hybrid builds blending springs with foam comfort layers, and more breathable, natural-fibre styles which aim to counteract that warm, heavy feeling that thicker foams sometimes have. That said, the range can feel a bit overwhelming if you just want one clear ‘best buy’ option.
What Highgrove is known for
A lot of Highgrove models are based around pocket springs, which tend to isolate movement better than some older open coil designs, and therefore often work well for couples. On top of that spring support core, Highgrove builds different comfort styles depending on the collection, including responsive foam, memory foam, latex and natural upholstery to fine-tune the overall feel.
If you often feel like you are being pushed towards the edge of the mattress, it’s also worth looking out for the AdvantEdge system which Highgrove uses in some models. It features a high-density foam encapsulation that supports the mattress right to the edge, which can help to reduce “roll-off” and edge breakdown, and in turn make the usable sleep surface feel more generous. When I’ve sat on the edge of an AdvantEdge model in a showroom, it held up better than a lot of standard pocket sprung builds, but you do pay a bit extra for those upgraded borders.
Natural comfort, cooling and pressure relief
For shoppers who sleep hot, or who prefer a more traditional, breathable comfort, Highgrove’s natural-fibre options are one of the more appealing parts of the catalogue. The Natural Comfort range pairs a pocket spring system with luxury surface upholstery in wool, silk and cashmere, and is designed to be comfortable all year round, cosier in the winter and cooler in the summer. Just bear in mind that these natural-fibre builds can feel a touch firmer at first than foam-topped alternatives, especially if you’re a lighter side sleeper.
At the other end of the spectrum, Highgrove pushes a few more modern comfort materials for pressure relief and a lighter, more responsive feel. Zonagel, for example, is marketed as a non-temperature sensitive comfort layer which reacts immediately to body pressure, with an open-cell structure that disperses moisture more effectively and improves breathability. In simple terms, it’s aimed at people who want pressure relief without the slow, heat-led “sink” which some memory foam users dislike. From my own quick testing, it feels springier and less ‘huggy’ than classic memory foam, but if you like that deep moulded-in feel, it might come across as a bit too bouncy.
How to choose the right Highgrove mattress
Start with your sleep position and the feel you prefer. If you sleep on your side, you will usually want some extra cushioning at the shoulder and hip to avoid build-up of pressure, which often points you towards a medium feel or a model with softer comfort layers. If you mainly sleep on your back, a firmer, steadier surface can feel better for posture and spinal alignment, particularly if you don’t like sinking in too deeply.
Finally, take a look at whether the model is designed as a no-turn or two-sided product. While many modern mattresses are designed to be rotated-only, a true two-sided build can be a plus if you like the idea of spreading wear more evenly over time.
Why Highgrove is a sensible shortlist
If you are after a UK-made mattress range with plenty of choice, from breathable natural builds through to more modern hybrids with edge support and pressure relief features, Highgrove is a brand that is easy to shop. The main trick is narrowing it down: decide whether you want breathable and buoyant, or more contouring and pressure-relieving, then pick the firmness that matches how you sleep most nights.
