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Sleep Story Pocket Luxury Mattress Review
I've tested the Sleep Story Pocket Luxury for several weeks to see how its classic all natural fibre blend and modest spring count measures up in 2025. The short answer is that it's comfortable and supportive for most side and combination sleepers, but the 1000 spring core places this firmly in entry to mid tier, not luxury in the true sense of the word. Shop it at the right price and you could do a lot worse, but expectations have to be set realistically.
Construction & Materials
This is a very traditional pocket sprung mattress with a tufted, turnable construction. The support unit has around 1000 pocket springs in a king size and a reinforced perimeter to keep the edges firm and usable. Above the springs there is a comfort stack of all natural fibres, mainly wool, cotton, silk and cashmere, with some layers of foam and polyester for loft and pressure relief. The cover is a breathable knitted stretch fabric said to include Tencel. Depth is a substantial 28 cm, which feels good on a bed frame or divan.
Notably, the retailer provides no GSM weights for the natural fillings. Without GSM it is impossible to tell how generous those layers are. It may be that savings on the spring count were offset by thicker comfort layers, but there is no published evidence either way, so I am assessing this purely on what it feels like in practice.
Firmness & Feel
Rated as medium, this is what I experienced. Out of the box it felt a little firm across the surface, then settled down after a few nights to a balanced, slightly plush medium feel. Lying on my side, my shoulder and hip sank in enough to ease pressure, but my lumbar area stayed well supported. Back sleeping was neutral with a gentle contour, and front sleeping was workable, though only lighter sleepers will find it very forgiving, not those well over 90 kg.
The hand tufts keep everything tight and stop the top from feeling spongy. There is a little bounce from the springs, so it is easier to move around than most memory foam hybrids. You do not get that ultra weightless cradle of high GSM wool, but you do get a natural, quietly cushioned feel that many people prefer for all season comfort.
Performance & Support
Support across the middle of the mattress is very good for a 1000 spring unit. I measured less sink through the hips than expected in back sleeping and spinal alignment remained straight on my side. Where the lower spring count does show is in micro contouring and motion isolation. You will feel a partner turn more than on a 2000 plus spring model with additional micro coils, though it never became disruptive in my testing. Edge to edge stability is a strong point. The reinforced border lets you sit on the edge without dramatic collapse and makes the full width of the mattress genuinely usable.
Temperature Regulation
The combination of wool, cotton, silk and cashmere under a Tencel cover breathes well. Overnight I stayed on the right side of warm and never felt stuffy, even with a heavier duvet. The addition of foam to the stack adds softness but can slightly mute airflow compared to an all natural build. Overall, this sleeps noticeably cooler than memory foam and about average for a natural plus foam pocket spring mattress.
Practical Features
At 28 cm deep it works well with standard sheets. It is a two sided mattress, so you need to rotate and turn regularly in the first few months to ensure even settlement. Handles are present and the build feels robust. Listed weights range from roughly low twenties for small single to around 50 kg for super king, so two people are sensible for lifting and turning. It is manufactured in the UK and comes with a long structural guarantee, which is a plus.
Who It Suits
Side and combination sleepers up to average or slightly above average weight , who want a traditional, breathable feel without deep memory foam sink.Couples who value edge support , because the reinforced perimeter maximises usable space on smaller bed sizes.Buyers who prefer natural fibres , as long as they are comfortable with unspecified GSM and a modest spring count.
Who It Doesn't Suit
Heavier sleepers and those needing very fine body contouring . If you are 95 kg plus, or have prominent pressure points, look for at least 2000 springs or a zoned, higher count core.People who are sensitive to partner movement . Motion isolation is acceptable, not class leading.Shoppers who want complete transparency on fillings . Without GSM figures for the wool and other fibres you cannot benchmark value precisely.
Final Verdict
The Pocket Luxury is honestly named for its specification more than its spring count. With 1000 pockets in king size it is not a high end build by today's standards, but the natural fibre comfort stack, 28 cm profile and strong edge reinforcement add up to a very likeable medium feel bed that will suit a lot of sleepers. If you can shop it at a competitive sale price, it represents fair value as an entry to mid tier natural blend mattress. Comfortable, uncomplicated, and easier to live with than many foam heavy rivals, it is a solid choice, just not a specification to get excited about.
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