The NBF Bed Industry Awards is back, honouring the best retailers, manufacturers and suppliers. There are four awards recognising the best in physical and online bed retail, alongside a quartet of trophies for manufacturers and suppliers.
The retail categories have been tweaked for 2025: Small NBF Retail Champion of the Year is now for retailers with one or two stores, while Medium NBF Retail Champion of the Year (previously Large) is now open to those with three to 20 stores. The National Bed Retailer of the Year Award is for companies with 20-plus stores, and the Online Bed Retailer of the Year Award recognises those where at least 80% of sales are online.
Entrants for all retailer categories must demonstrate support for NBF-approved brands, and efforts in raising awareness of the NBF’s role over the past year.
For last year’s Small Retail Champion winner, Dreamland Bedding Centre, the win was particularly meaningful, with Matthew Randle, general manager citing the accolade as ‘the most prestigious in our industry’. He added: ‘I am elated and deeply moved by the overwhelming support from our supplier partners and fellow retailers.’
The NBF will reveal the shortlisted retail finalists prior to the awards ceremony. Businesses are encouraged to start gathering evidence and testimonials to strengthen their entries, which should be submitted via the Bed Show website. Organisers recommend that potential entrants carefully review the criteria and top tips to enhance their chances of being shortlisted.
The Bed Manufacturer of the Year and Supplier of the Year awards reward companies that have excelled in their financial performance, along with corporate social responsibility, sustainability and staff investment among the other criteria.
The Bed Product of the Year and Component Product of the Year awards recognise innovative designs that integrate sustainability – essential criteria in line with the NBF’s Green agenda. These categories affirm the commitment to excellence and environmental considerations in today’s market.
A celebrity host will crown this year’s winners at the NBF Bed Industry Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner on 23 September at Telford International Centre, an event that continues to be a highlight on the industry calendar. Oasish, the UK’s official number one Oasis tribute band, will keep the atmosphere electric as the celebrations flow into the evening.
The Bed Show offers the opportunity to elevate your business and explore new opportunities in the bed industry. From 23-24 September at Telford International Centre, it is an unmissable event for industry professionals. Organised by the National Bed Federation, the Bed Show is the only exhibition where you can interact with a diverse selection of UK and Irish bed manufacturers and their suppliers under one roof. But it isn’t just an exhibition; it’s an opportunity for you to forge valuable relationships with industry innovators and suppliers while uncovering the latest trends, products and cutting-edge technologies that could set your business apart.
This year the show will feature some of the industry’s most prominent names in bed manufacturing, including Breasley, Enchanted House, Harrison Spinks, GNG Group, Highgrove Beds, Hypnos, Millbrook Beds, Sealy UK, Silentnight and Sweet Dreams plus many niche brands.
For purchasing managers of bed manufacturers and operators of mattress production units, the Supplier Zone is an essential stop-off. This hub will showcase a carefully curated selection of key component suppliers, including Apropa, Boyteks, Enkev, Handy, John Cotton Nonwovens, Leggett & Platt, Maes Tickings and Nestor Springs, providing the perfect opportunity to source materials, explore innovative solutions and compare suppliers all in one convenient location.
