Burghley
Read all reviewsThe Burghley Brass Bed is a statement of timeless elegance, created to celebrate our second year at the prestigious Defender Burghley Horse Trials with Country Living Magazine. Inspired by our classic Albert Bed, it features a commanding 4.5-foot headboard and hand-turned solid brass bedknobs. With no footboard, the Burghley combines the refinement of a traditional handmade iron bed with the clean lines of a divan.
This artisan iron bed showcased at Burghley Horse Trials reflects the very best of British design. We recommend pairing it with our sprung base foundation, included as standard. The foundation provides exceptional comfort, especially when matched with one of our wool mattresses. Together, they create a luxury handcrafted bed that blends comfort, style, and durability.
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Assembly included as standard
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Handmade in wrought iron and authentic brass
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Available in all standard UK bed sizes and bespoke options
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Offered in 10 powder-coated finishes
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Guaranteed to last a lifetime
Personalise Your Burghley Bed
Our collection of fabrics and iron finishes allows you to design a bespoke bed frame that is truly yours. Choose from bold fabrics or soft neutral tones to match your interior.
Whether you prefer a double divan in soft grey or a super king bed frame with a rich navy headboard, we can bring your vision to life. This bespoke artisan bed frame is crafted with care by our master makers.
Simply note your preference in the instruction box at checkout when you buy beds online in the UK, or call our team on 01485 542516 to order.
Burghley’s Story
The Burghley was designed in tribute to our continued presence at one of the most distinguished equestrian and lifestyle events in the country, the 2025 Defender Burghley Horse Trials. This collaboration, through the invitation of Country Living Magazine, reflects our shared values of tradition, craftsmanship, and exceptional British design.
Much like the horse trials themselves—where heritage, discipline, and elegance come together in perfect harmony—the Burghley Brass Bed is a piece that honours the past while embracing the present. Its design celebrates the simplicity of the Albert Bed, beloved for its enduring charm, while elevating it with bold stature, refined details, and a unique footless profile that mirrors the clean sophistication of contemporary living.
Each Burghley Bed is handmade to order in our English workshop, using time-honoured techniques and the highest quality materials. Every element—from the carefully proportioned headboard to the hand-turned brass finials—has been created to bring both comfort and beauty into your home.
The Burghley is more than a bed; it is a statement of craftsmanship, heritage, and style—an heirloom piece that embodies the spirit of Burghley itself
A sprung base foundation comes as standard, offering exceptional comfort when paired with one of our handcrafted wool mattresses—making the Burghley the perfect blend of craftsmanship, comfort, and enduring style.
- Range: Iron & Brass Beds
- Made from: Iron and Authentic Brass
- Guarantee: Lifetime
- Finish: Powder Coat
- Lead time: 4 to 6 weeks
- Assembly required: Assembled on delivery
- Base included as standard: 8″ Sprung Base
- Headboard height: 49″ from floor to top-rail / 55″ from floor to top of brass finial
- Tailboard height: n/a
- Clearance from floor to base: Slatted base – 13″ / 4″ Hard top bed base – 9″ / 6″ Sprung Base 7″
- Bespoke alterations available: Yes
- Care instructions: Clean iron work with a damp cloth and gently wipe over surface. Brass may be cleaned with brass cleaner. Heavy impacts may damage the powder coated finish.
Iron beds – powder-coated
- We recommend that you clean your metal bed frame with a fresh soft damp cloth and dry thoroughly with a lint-free cloth.
- Avoid cleaning products that may contain solvents or ammonia.
- Authentic brass details will tarnish over time. As our brass is unlacquered, it can be cleaned using a quality brass cleaner. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
- As our iron beds are heavy, we recommend a minimum of two people when moving or handling your bed.
- Never drag your bed and always lift it using the side rails.
- Heavy impacts may damage the powder-coated finish.
- Please note that careless handling may cause damage.
As all of our beds are painstakingly handcrafted to order, our delivery times range from 4 to 12 weeks depending on the model you choose.
For mainland UK addresses, typical delivery times are as follows:
- Iron beds: 4 to 6 weeks
- Brass beds (excluding Rosie and Willow): 6 to 8 weeks
- Nickel and copper beds, and Rosie and Willow brass beds: 8 to 10 weeks
Occasionally, it may take longer to deliver your bed, although changes to your delivery will always be communicated with you.
You’ll receive an order confirmation via email within 72 hours, and our delivery team will aim to confirm a provisional delivery week shortly after. It is possible to request a specific delivery date: please call our showroom on 01485 542516 for more details and to check availability before placing your order.
We’re delighted to handle all of our own deliveries, which helps ensure a quality service. Our delivery team can assemble your bed in a room of your choice, and we’ll even make sure to remove all the packaging ready for a restful night’s sleep.
A signed delivery note will be required by our delivery team before they can leave. It should confirm that you’re happy with your new bed and everything is as expected. Please take a moment to check your goods carefully before signing.
You can read more about our terms and conditions on delivery here or our terms and conditions on returns here. If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to call our showroom on 01485 542516.
As the only carbon-neutral iron bed maker, working towards a sustainable future has been at the heart of our family company since we began. Although it does require a large amount of packaging to ensure that your bed arrives in perfect condition, with your help, we can ensure that all materials are reused or disposed of properly.
As standard, our delivery team will unbox and unbag your goods so that they can take any packaging away with them. If you’d like your goods to remain in their original packaging, please let us know before your delivery team arrives and be sure to dispose of the packaging appropriately.
Choosing the perfect bed is an investment, especially when it’s handcrafted to last a lifetime. That’s why we encourage customers to visit our showroom, where you can experience our beds in person, compare styles, and see colours properly before ordering.
Our Sleep Promise is a confidence guarantee. Designed to give you complete peace of mind. If you’ve visited our showroom and viewed your chosen bed style and colour in person, but once delivered, you feel it isn’t the right fit for your home, you can exchange your bed within 30 days of delivery free of charge.
We also extend our Sleep Promise to online and telephone orders. However, exchanges for orders placed without a showroom visit are subject to collection, redelivery, dismantling and reassembly charges. Any change in bed size or product specification may also incur additional charges or refunds where applicable.
It’s all part of helping you choose the perfect bed with complete confidence.
You can find more information on our Sleep Promise here.
*** Please note that our sleep promise excludes bed bases and mattresses and applies only to bed frames
A Mother’s Dream, A Family’s Craft
At Wrought Iron & Brass Bed Co., every bed is made in our Norfolk workshop using traditional techniques and the finest British materials. As the last independent metal bedmaker in the UK — and proud holders of a Royal Warrant — we believe in beds that stand the test of time.
Each frame is built with care, finished to order, and covered by our Lifetime Guarantee. No mass production. No cutting corners. Just meaningful craftsmanship designed for comfort, strength, and beauty.
Where Quality Craftsmanship Still Counts
At Wrought Iron & Brass Bed Co., every bed is handcrafted in our Norfolk workshop using time-honoured techniques and certified British materials. As the last independent metal bedmaker in the UK — and proud holders of a Royal Warrant — we build frames designed to last for generations.
We don’t mass-produce or cut corners. Each piece is made to order with care, combining strength, beauty, and authenticity. No fast furniture, just meaningful craftsmanship built to be lived with and loved for a lifetime.
Where Comfort meets Necessity
Our mattresses are handmade in the UK using only natural fillings such as British wool, cotton, and horsehair — chosen for comfort, breathability, and sustainability. We never use foam, synthetics, or chemical treatments.
Each mattress is double-sided, hand-tufted, and finished with 100% natural cotton covers to create a healthier sleep environment. Paired with our bed bases, they offer balanced support, airflow, and durability — ensuring comfort that lasts for years to come.
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