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I've been looking forward to getting my hands on the Harrison Spinks Alwoodley 8250 because, on paper, it ticks a lot of boxes for a proper pocket spring mattress. I tried it out in person and the first thing I noticed when I pressed down with my palm was how the surface gives in a really controlled way, you can feel the springs reacting in smaller sections rather than the whole mattress dipping. This mattress has 8250 individual pocket springs and each spring moulds to provide body-contouring support. In practice, lying on my back I felt nicely level through the hips and lower back, and when I rolled over the mattress didn't try to 'throw' me into the next position. That said, 8250 springs is a big number but it doesn't automatically mean it'll suit everyone, if you're lighter and mostly sleep on your side you might find the medium feel a touch too firm around the shoulder. It also isn't the sort of mattress I'd pick if you want that slow, sink-in memory foam hug, it feels more buoyant and spring-led.
The Alwoodley 8250 Pocket Mattress is designed and created by Harrison Spinks, a company that combines an impressive history of over 100 years with the latest technology and innovation. The mattresses are made in England and contain hand-tufted, individually wrapped pocket springs that provide even weight distribution and enhanced durability. Running my hand across the top, you can feel those tufts doing their job, it has that traditional, slightly firmer surface feel rather than a super-plush pillow top. Edge support was decent when I sat on the side to put my shoes on, but it's not a rigid 'sit-on-the-edge-all-day' type of border, you still get a bit of compression. For those who like to sleep on their stomach , back or side, this mattress will provide superb support thanks to its medium firmness rating. Personally, I think it suits back and front sleepers best, and if you're a dedicated side sleeper with bony shoulders or hips I'd be tempted to try it in-store first because it could feel a bit too 'on top' rather than letting you nestle in.
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Published: 19 September 2024 · Updated: 26 October 2024
Written by
Becky Reeve , Editorial Director, Mattress Expert
Peer reviewed by
Ray Summer , Health Content Writer & Editor