Jo Plumridge

Jo Plumridge

Jo Plumridge is a freelance writer and photographer with over 20 years of experience writing for a variety of magazines, books and websites. She was given her first camera aged 10 and hasn’t stopped shooting since. Jo writes on all aspects of photography, but is particularly passionate about promoting female photographers. She’s lived in the middle of a nature reserve in Botswana and written a guidebook to New Zealand, but now spends a lot of time trying to photograph the cats she and her husband foster for a local charity - without a doubt the most challenging subjects on earth!

Articles by: Jo Plumridge

A couple on the Emma Original mattress in a bedroom

The best cheap mattress 2023: budget beds that deliver on quality

By Jo Plumridge published

Cheap doesn't have to mean uncomfortable. Our pick of the best cheap mattresses suit all sleeping styles.

Eight Sleep Pod cover

Eight Sleep smart mattress cover price drop! Add dual-zone cooling and heating to your bed

By Jo Plumridge published

The Eight Sleep Pod range lets you control the temperature for a great night's sleep.

Panda Hybrid Bamboo Mattress

I'm a mattress tester, and my favourite mattress of the year just got a rare 30% price-drop for Black Friday

By Jo Plumridge published

The Panda London is great value for the Black Friday sales.

Emma NextGen Premium mattress with deals graphic overlaid

Early Black Friday deal knocks a massive 50% off this fantastic Emma mattress

By Jo Plumridge published

The NextGen Premium is designed to offer full-body support and a traditional mattress feel, and it's had a major discount ahead of Black Friday.

Rem-Fit 500 Ortho mattress

The REM-Fit 500 Ortho Hybrid mattress is even better value with 50% off

By Jo Plumridge published

The REM-Fit 500 Ortho Hybridis a godsend for bad backs and right now it's even better value with 50% off.

Origin mattress with Big savings graphic overlaid

This great-value orthopaedic mattress is even cheaper right now

By Jo Plumridge published

Origin's mattress is a firmer option that we rate highly for back and stomach sleepers, and today's 40% off discount makes it ridiculously good value for money.

Sony A7 camera in the hand

Sony’s full-frame mirrorless turns 10: The real mirrorless camera dawn

By Jo Plumridge published

On October 16 2013, Sony launched the A7 and A7R, cameras that set the market in motion away from DSLR to mirrorless

Emma Original Plus mattress

Our #1 UK mattress is 30% off right now – prices from £221

By Jo Plumridge published

The Emma Original Mattress is a fantastic all-rounder and great value to boot – and right now it's even cheaper than usual.

Woman asleep on the floor

Is sleeping on the floor good for you? We asked a sleep expert for their opinion

By Jo Plumridge published

Thinking about sleeping on the floor? We investigate the positives and negatives.

The sides of the Panda Hybrid Bamboo mattress

Panda London Hybrid Bamboo Mattress review 2023: bamboo isn’t just for pandas

By Jo Plumridge published

Did I love this bamboo infused mattress as much as pandas love bamboo? Read on to find out.

Woman sat up, rubbing her eyes and looking tired, with a mug in her hand

Sleep debt: can you catch up on sleep? We ask an expert

By Jo Plumridge published

What is sleep debt? We look at how to recover from it and how to avoid it in the first place.

A person with neck pain sitting on the edge of an uncomfortable bed

How to sleep on an uncomfortable bed: make your bed a happier place to be

By Jo Plumridge published

We’ve rounded up the ways to help you get the best night’s sleep possible on an uncomfortable bed.

A woman asleep in bed

How much sleep do you need as you age? A sleep expert tells us all

By Jo Plumridge published

Sleep is essential to our wellbeing. But do our requirements change as we get older?

A person lying in bed with restless legs syndrome

What is restless legs syndrome? We asked a sleep expert for their insights

By Jo Plumridge published

Is restless legs syndrome ruining your sleep? An expert explains how to manage and live with it.

The Origin Hybrid Mattress in a bedroom

Origin Hybrid Mattress review 2023: is this firmer mattress the right fit for you?

By Jo Plumridge published

Origin Hybrid mattress offers firmer support that makes it a winner for stomach and back sleepers.

A woman in bed having suffered from night sweats

What are night sweats and should you be concerned about them?

By Jo Plumridge published

We speak to an expert about how to deal with night sweats and their underlying causes.

Sealy Franklin Firm Mattress

Sealy Posturepedic Elevate Ultra Franklin Firm Mattress review 2023

By Jo Plumridge published

Combining a traditional feel and modern materials, is the Sealy Franklin Firm the ultimate choice for back pain sufferers?

A person asleep in bed with their mouth slightly open

What is sleep talking? We ask a sleep expert to explain

By Jo Plumridge published

What’s going on when you talk in your sleep? We investigate this parasomnia.

The Origin Coolmax Latex Pillow on a bed, leaning against the headboard

Origin Coolmax Latex Pillow review: great quality but not for everyone

By Jim McCauley published

The Origin Coolmax Latex Pillow is firm and springy with great cooling, but it's one you'll either love or hate.

A person asleep in bed, suffering from sleep paralysis

What is sleep paralysis? A sleep expert explains all

By Jo Plumridge published

What is sleep paralysis, and how do you handle it if you’re a sufferer?

A person having a nap on a yellow sofa with a phone beside her

Can naps help you sleep better? We asked a sleep expert

By Jo Plumridge published

Is a daytime nap a good idea, or will it disturb your sleep at night?

Silentnight Divan Base photographed from above in a bedroom

Silentnight Divan Base Review 2023

By Jo Plumridge published

The Silentnight Divan Base offers an excellent choice of storage options, but how does it stack up to sleep on?

Press shot of the Nectar Premier Hybrid mattress in a bedroom

Nectar Premier Hybrid Mattress review 2023

By Jo Plumridge published

Is the Nectar Premier Hybrid another winner from the popular mattress company?

The Nectar Essential Hybrid mattress in a bedroom

Nectar Essential Hybrid Mattress Review 2023

By Jo Plumridge published

Recommended

Is the Nectar Essential Hybrid a great choice for back sleepers? We investigate in our review.

Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress

Linenspa Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress review

By Jo Plumridge published

Can Linenspa’s budget hybrid mattress provide you with a good night’s sleep? We reviewed the 20cm / 8 inch version to see

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