Meet the Team – Unibed Bedding

Polite Notice: As we head into our peak season, our delivery lead times may vary. Third party haulier deliveries typically have a 3-5 working day lead time. Our own transport team can be 1-2 weeks. If you have any concerns or would like further information, please feel free to contact a member of our team. Kind regards Team UNIBED

TO CONSIDER WHEN PLACING YOUR ORDER AND UPON DELIVERY:

Orders placed online are delivered either with a third party haulier through the pallet network or via our own transport team. Meaning accessibility to your property and the acceptance of the delivery must be taken into consideration.

An 18T vehicle with tail lift, will carry out the delivery via the third party haulier, so initial entrance to delivery address must be wide enough, reasonably level with hard standing and free of any obstructions. The haulier will then carry out a kerb-side style delivery, taking the pallet from the vehicle using a manual pallet pump truck, onto the tail lift and must be able to be left on an area of hard standing. The pallet truck will not operate on soft or loose ground i.e. grass, gravel etc. The driver will not be expected, nor will they, take the pallet to your end desired area for your bedding.

THERE WILL NOT BE AN ONBOARD FORKLIFT TO UNLOAD YOUR ORDER AND TAKE TO FINAL DESIRED AREA I.E. TACK ROOM/BARN.

A signature will then be required, so please ensure either yourself placing the order or someone suitable is available to accept delivery on the day between 09:00-17:00. Delivery times can be requested at an extra charge. Please contact us if this service is needed.

If you have requested a preferred delivery date, we will do our utmost best to fulfil however this cannot be guaranteed. Once your order has been placed, our team will aim to organise your delivery as per your request however you will receive a final confirmation date within 48hrs.

PLEASE NOTE: If once your order is placed and the final delivery address is still deemed unsuitable and does not meet the above requirements, charges will be incurred to cover pallet return costs. For health and safety reasons, it is completely at the drivers discretion to deem the delivery address unsuitable for receipt of delivery and can decide whether to take the pallet back to their depot or unload at the nearest safe/suitable area.

WE DO NOT OPERATE A PALLET RETURN SERVICE. PALLETS AND PACKAGING ARE TO BE DISPOSED OF APPROPRIATELY AT YOUR DISCRETION.

PALLET DIMENSIONS:

● Height: 2.1M
● Width: 1.5M
● Depth: 1.2M
● Total weight: 750kg-1TONNE

36 X APPROX 20KG BALES PER PALLET.

BEFORE AND ON THE DAY OF DELIVERY:

When placing an order for multiple pallets, our team will either book this with our third party haulier (where more cost effective) or this delivery will be carried out via our own transport team.

PLEASE NOTE, DELIVERIES CARRIED OUT VIA OUR OWN TRANSPORT TEAM MAY BE CARRIED OUT A WEEK FROM ORDERING.

When organising your delivery with the third party haulier, our team will request a ‘book in’ service where your local delivery depot will contact you directly to discuss any delivery specifics you may have, prior to the receipt of your order. This may be a chance to request a set delivery time or even rearrange the delivery date if the date chosen by our team does not suit. This will also be a chance to relay any access information the driver will need to be made aware of.

As previously mentioned, our team will always aim to organise deliveries to suit any preferences made during the ordering process however this cannot always be guaranteed.

Deliveries are made MONDAY-FRIDAY, between 09:00-17:00. Saturday AM can be requested in the notes section during ordering, however this is at an extra charge of £40.00.
We do also request the driver to give you a call when nearby, however the drivers are in no way contractually obliged to carry out this service.

IF ON EXPECTED DAY OF DELIVERY, YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED NOR HEARD ANYTHING FROM THE DELIVERY DEPOT/DRIVER PRIOR TO 3PM, PLEASE GIVE US A CALL AND WE CAN REQUEST AN ETA AND AN UPDATE. DELIVERIES MAY ALSO BE RESCHEDULED ON THE SAME DAY BY YOUR LOCAL DELIVERY DEPOT, DUE TO OUTSIDE FACTORS OUTSIDE OF OUR CONTROL I.E. TRAFFIC DELAYS, WEATHER OR VEHICLE BREAKDOWNS.

LOCAL DELIVERIES:

If you place a single or multiple pallet order and are local, the order will be redirected to our transport team and scheduled in with our local deliveries (delivery price will reflect this).

Local deliveries are carried out either by our pick up vehicle with a long wheelbase trailer, or our transit vehicle. Our team will confirm with you how/when your order will be delivered if you are local and advise on unloading.

Our own delivery vehicles do not have unloading facilities on board, so we will recommend suitable machinery is scheduled to be available if this is a possibility. Our drivers are happy to unload orders by hand, however, will only do so if others are present to help.

WE DO NOT EXPECT AND WILL NOT ALLOW DRIVERS TO UNLOAD ORDERS BY HAND AND ON THEIR OWN. YOUR ORDER WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR A DAY WHEN HELP IS AVAILABLE.

You will be contacted by our team with a delivery date and rough estimated time, when your order is classed as local and our driver will also give you a call when 30 minutes away on the day.

RETURNS, REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS:

All customers have the right to cancel their order within 24hrs of being placed.

PLEASE CALL 07719554867 OR EMAIL IF YOU DO WISH TO CANCEL YOUR ORDER. CANCELLATIONS CAN BE MADE MONDAY-FRIDAY BETWEEN 09:00-17:00.

Customers can return their pallet at their own expense, if once received is no longer required/wanted. Please contact us for advice on how to arrange a return and for costs. Goods will only be accepted for return if the pallet has not been opened i.e. shrink wrap still intact and hood/bales un damaged.

If you are unhappy with the product received, please do contact the team as soon as possible and we work with you to either solve any queries or work towards a suitable refund agreed by both parties.

Refunds will be given, after a full discussion has been made between customer and the team and if no solution for any problem has been found. The amount will be agreed between customer and the team.

Goods can be damaged in transit and our team will do what they can to rectify any issues. YOU MUST INSPECT YOUR ORDER UPON DELIVERY AND SIGN ‘GOODS DAMAGED’ WITH THE DRIVER IF THERE IS ANY NOTICEABLE DAMAGE TO YOUR BEDDING.

We then ask you to take as much photographic evidence as possible and to get in contact with us directly, to make us aware as soon as possible. We can then start a claims process and look at a potential refund.

REFUNDS ARE NOT ALWAYS GUARANTEED FOR DAMAGED GOODS, IF THE PRODUCT IS STILL CLASSED AS

SALVAGEABLE. PLEASE CALL US AS SOON AS TO DISCUSS ANY DELIVERY ISSUES SO WE CAN LOOK AT GETTING THIS RECTIFIED.

Meet the UNIBED team….

The UNIBED team is made up of family members and great colleagues, who all have the same passion for delivering fantastic customer service.

Luke Hirst – Director

Luke plays a central role at UNIBED, overseeing every stage of the process—from sourcing and managing the baling of straw, to production and coordinating deliveries.

His hands-on approach and deep agricultural expertise are at the heart of what makes UNIBED’s product consistently high-quality. A driving force behind the 2019 relaunch alongside Jessica, Luke’s unwavering commitment and hard work have been instrumental in shaping the business as it stands today. His contribution continues to be a cornerstone of UNIBED’s ongoing success.

Contact : luke.hirst@unibedbedding.co.uk

Edward Hirst – Director

Edward founded UNIBED in 2009, initially supplying local clients and the trade market. With a diverse background spanning agriculture, machinery maintenance, retail expertise and the equestrian industry, Edward brought a wealth of knowledge to the business from day one.

His dedication and drive were key in establishing UNIBED’s strong reputation, and he continues to be a vital presence—offering invaluable advice and support that helps steer the business forward.

Tina Carter – Director & Accounts Manager

Tina, alongside Edward, was instrumental in launching the UNIBED journey—overseeing product distribution and driving those crucial early sales that laid the foundation for our growth.

Since 2009, Tina has played a vital role in building lasting relationships with many of our long-standing customers, some of whom made their very first UNIBED purchase thanks to her efforts. Today, Tina continues to support the entire UNIBED team across various areas and is a key point of contact for all things accounting.

Contact: tina.mc@btinternet.com

Jessica Vickers – Commercial & Operations Director

Jessica is the partner of Luke and joined the family business in 2019. With a keen eye for high-quality marketing and a strong focus on social media, Jessica helped steer UNIBED into a new chapter—reaching a wider audience and modernising the brand’s presence.

She now leads the commercial development of the business, managing everything from social media strategy to partnerships and sponsorships. Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, Jessica also works closely with Emma to process orders, handle customer enquiries, and coordinate deliveries—ensuring a smooth and friendly experience for every customer.

Contact: jessica.vickers@unibedbedding.co.uk

Emma Holliday – Customer Service Executive

Emma joined the UNIBED team in 2024 as part of the customer service department, and she immediately made a lasting impression. With a proactive approach and a genuine passion for delivering excellence, Emma quickly familiarised herself with the product, manufacturing process, and ordering systems to ensure she could uphold the high standards of service that UNIBED is known for.

Her attention to detail, professionalism, and warm communication style have not gone unnoticed—customers frequently praise Emma for her outstanding support. Now an integral part of the team, Emma continues to raise the bar and play a key role in ensuring a smooth and positive experience for every UNIBED customer.

Contact: info@unibedbedding.co.uk

Lee Andrews – Transport Team

Lee’s journey with UNIBED began not as a team member, but as a loyal customer. When demand for customer deliveries grew in 2021, Lee stepped in to help—and became the very first driver to join the team. His friendly manner, reliability, and strong work ethic quickly made him a customer favourite. Having experienced the benefits of UNIBED firsthand, Lee and his family were enthusiastic supporters of the brand following its relaunch.

His daughter, Sophie, has also played a role in spreading the word, proudly serving as a UNIBED brand ambassador since 2021. The dedication and support of Lee and his family have meant a great deal, and Lee remains a valued and much-loved member of the team.

Jason Lindley – Transport Team

Jason joined UNIBED during the height of our busy 2024 season and quickly proved himself to be a standout member of the team. A former farrier with extensive knowledge of the equestrian world, Jason brings a deep understanding of our customers’ needs—and a genuine passion for service.

As part of the transport team, his professionalism and helpful nature haven’t gone unnoticed, with many customers praising his friendly attitude and willingness to go the extra mile. Whether it’s accommodating early deliveries or assisting with large, hands-on unloads, Jason is always ready to help. His commitment and care make him an invaluable part of the UNIBED experience.

Our Partners

We’re incredibly fortunate to collaborate with a wide range of organisations, partners, and sponsored riders whose support has been instrumental in UNIBED’s growth and success.