The NBF Bed Industry Awards are back, honouring the best retailers, manufacturers and suppliers.
There are four retailer 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.
Prior to the awards ceremony, the NBF will reveal the shortlisted retail finalists. 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 the Telford International Centre.
Deadlines vary by award, starting on 4 August.
‘The awards are some of the most sought-after accolades in the UK and Ireland’s bed market. Winning an award really helps you to stand out from the competition and provides an opportunity to showcase your business and achievements. Each year we continue to be hugely impressed by the standard of the entries and are sure 2025 will be no different. So, start preparing your submissions and ensure you read the criteria and tips carefully; they’re designed to help you,’ says Tristine Hargreaves, NBF executive director.
