Fairtrade Bedding UK
Cottsbury Fairtrade bedding is made from 100% GOTS certified organic cotton, traceable to a collective of small family farms in India, certified under both GOTS and Fairtrade. Every duvet set, fitted sheet, and pillowcase in this collection meets two of the most rigorous textile certifications in the world — guaranteeing fair wages for farmers, safe working conditions for makers, and zero synthetic chemicals from seed to stitch.
We ship every order in 100% plastic-free packaging.
Why Fairtrade Bedding Matters
Conventional cotton is one of the most chemically intensive crops in the world, and the people growing it are often the least protected. Fairtrade certification guarantees that the farmers who grew your bedding were paid a fair, stable price for their cotton — and received an additional Fairtrade Premium to invest in their communities. GOTS certification then ensures that every stage after the farm — ginning, spinning, weaving, dyeing, stitching — meets strict environmental and social standards.
Most bedding labelled "organic" in the UK is GOTS certified at the fabric level only. Fairtrade certification at the farm level is rarer, and the combination of both is rarer still.
What You Get With Cottsbury
100% GOTS certified organic cotton
Fairtrade certified at the farm level
Fully traceable supply chain — from farm to finished product
Zero plastic packaging
Made in a fully audited supply chain in India
Designed in the UK
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cottsbury bedding GOTS certified?
Yes. Every piece in our bedding collection is made from 100% GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified organic cotton. GOTS is the most rigorous organic textile certification available, covering both environmental and social criteria across the entire supply chain.
Is Cottsbury bedding Fairtrade certified?
Yes. Our cotton is Fairtrade certified at the farm level, meaning the farmers who grew it received a guaranteed fair price plus a Fairtrade Premium for community investment.
Where is Cottsbury bedding made?
Our bedding is made in India, in a fully audited GOTS and Fairtrade certified supply chain. The cotton is grown by a collective of small family farms, then spun, woven, and stitched within the same certified network. We design in the UK.
What sizes does Cottsbury bedding come in?
We offer single, double, king, and super king sizes across our duvet sets, fitted sheets, flat sheets, and pillowcases. Check individual product pages for exact dimensions.
How is Cottsbury bedding packaged?
Every order ships in 100% plastic-free packaging. No poly bags, no plastic tape, no plastic fillers.
What is the difference between organic cotton and Fairtrade cotton?
Organic cotton is grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers. Fairtrade cotton is grown under terms that guarantee farmers a fair, stable price and additional community investment. Cottsbury bedding is both — organic and Fairtrade certified.
How do I care for Cottsbury bedding?
Wash at 40°C on a gentle cycle. Line dry or tumble dry on low. Iron on medium heat if desired. Our bedding softens with every wash.
Also explore our Luxury Organic Cotton Gifts UK collection and GOTS Certified Bedding UK collection.
