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The Original P.W.A.H® V2

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The most refined Pillow with a Hole we have made, shaped by a decade of customer feedback. It is larger and deeper than the Original, so it works as your only pillow. Choose your filling and case below, then set the firmness to suit you.

Price range: £65.00 through £115.00

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  • Made in England
  • OEKO-TEX® cotton
  • 14-day returns
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Why the V2

Every part, upgraded

Quilted bamboo body

Soft, resilient, and easy to restuff.

Fully encapsulating case

Covers every surface, hole included.

Walled sides, more height

More internal volume, so more support.

Firmness you choose

Add or remove filling through the zip.

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The PWAH V2® in action

In detail

The V2, in full

Here is what the V2 is made of, and what each part does for you.

A refined bamboo body

The V2 body is a substantial quilted bamboo-polyester blend that is soft, resilient and gently stretchy. It holds its structure, gives excellent support, and makes restuffing smooth and easy.

Encapsulating pillowcase

The optional pillowcase has a patented design that completely covers, or encapsulates, the hole, for a cleaner, more polished look on the bed.

Walled sides and a square hole

The sides are walled to allow more internal volume, so you get more loft and height. The V2 also has a square hole rather than an oval one. Both shapes work equally well, so it comes down to your preference.

Larger, and versatile

At 56 × 35 × 10 cm the V2 is larger than the Original, which makes it well suited as a standalone pillow. You can also sit it on top of your usual pillow if you prefer.

Your choice of filling

The standard filling is our odourless, hypoallergenic coil fibre, spun in Yorkshire on machinery dating back to 1952. It stays cooler than memory foam and holds its loft. British wool is a natural alternative that regulates temperature well. It is denser than coil fibre, so it makes a noticeably firmer pillow. You can also remove our filling and use your own.

The case and the details

The optional pillowcase is 100% organic cotton sateen, OEKO-TEX® certified, smooth and gentle against sensitive ears. Adjust firmness and height with the integrated YKK® zip.

The case

How the case goes on

Bare V2 pillow held upright beside the fully unzipped pillowcase
1Start with the case fully unzipped.
The open case being fed over the end of the V2 pillow
2Feed the case over the pillow.
The case pulled down over the pillow, lying flat on the table
3Pull it down over both faces.
The case draped over the pillow with the open zip running around the edge
4Line the zip up around the edge.
Close-up of the green YKK zip pull being engaged at the corner
5Start the zip at the corner.
The zip being run along the edge of the cased pillow
6Run it around the circumference.
The cased V2 pillow smoothed flat with the hole aligned
7Smooth the case flat on the bed.
The finished cased V2 pillow held up, showing the hole through the case
8Zipped closed, hole aligned and ready.
Coil or wool?

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Who it’s for

Who finds it useful

CNH and pressure sores

For many people, taking direct contact off the ear is what helps most.

New or sensitive piercings

Rest without pressure on a tender ear.

Earphones and hearing aids

Space around the ear for earphones, earplugs or hearing aids overnight.

Pulsatile and certain other types of tinnitus

Many people report better comfort when the ear is free from contact.

Post-operative comfort

Helps keep the ear protected and free from pressure while you sleep.

These describe how people choose to use the pillow for comfort. It is not a medical device.

Our craft

These are not cheap textiles, and you wouldn’t want them to be.

It’s expensive to make things this well. Well sourced materials with nothing hidden in them, made by people paid a proper wage, sewn from scratch here in Liverpool. Look at what else is out there: the rest of the market is made overseas, down to a price. We went the other way and chose quality over price. That’s why nobody else makes them like this.

  • Made in Liverpool, England
  • Premium YKK® zips
  • OEKO-TEX® organic cotton
  • Yorkshire fibre, spun since 1952
  • Fairly paid team

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PWAH V2 questions, answered

The V2 is larger, so it is more suitable as a standalone pillow. It has an innovative pillowcase that completely covers, or encapsulates, the hole, and its sides are walled to allow more internal volume, and therefore more loft and height. It also has a square hole rather than an oval one. Both shapes are equally effective, so we simply wanted to offer the choice. Full dimensions are in the Measurements tab.

If you like to sleep with two pillows, the Original PWAH is a great choice, since it works best sat on top of your existing pillow. It is also the better pick if you prefer a smaller pillow. If you would rather a larger pillow, or you sleep with only one, the PWAH V2 is the better option.

The firmness is fully adjustable. Add or remove filling through the integrated YKK® zip. We fill them to a medium firmness, since it is easier to take a little out than to wish you had more. If you need extra filling, just contact us and we will send some along. For guidance, see our Care Instructions.

We offer two fillings, hypoallergenic coil fibre and British wool. This short video explains the difference between them: watch the filling guide.

Yes. Our pillows can be machine washed on a low heat.

The PWAH V2® measures 56 × 35 × 10 cm, larger than the Original. Full dimensions, including hole size, are listed in the Measurements tab further down this page.

That is your choice. Add an encapsulating organic cotton pillowcase, or take the pillow on its own, using the dropdown at checkout. Additional pillowcases are available separately.

Yes. We are confident you will get on well with your PWAH®, and we do accept returns.

Our guarantee

Try it for 14 days

Dependable, pressure-free sleep, backed by a 14-day refund guarantee. If the V2 is not right for you, simply send it back.

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Specifications and measurements

What’s includedSupplied with or without a pillowcase. Additional cases sold separately.
How to useBest placed on top of your usual pillow, ear resting in the hole — head supported, no pressure on the ear. Can also be used on its own.
Firmness & fillingCoil fibre (spun in Yorkshire) gives a medium-firm feel and is odourless and hypoallergenic. British wool is denser, so it makes a noticeably firmer pillow. Adjust firmness and height with the integrated YKK® zip by adding or removing filling.
PackagingRecyclable plastic packaging; insert made from recycled cardboard. Minimal waste.
Made in EnglandDesigned and made by our small team in Liverpool, England, every pillow sewn here from scratch. Fibre spun in Yorkshire on textile machines built in 1952.

See the Measurements tab for full dimensions.

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Additional information

Weight0.6 kg
Dimensions56 × 35 × 10 cm
Dimensions in inches

22 inches long, 15 inches wide and 3.5 inches deep (adjustable)

Hole Size

11 x 9cm (square) (4 x 3.5 inches)

Filling

Hypoallergenic Coil Fibre, British Wool

Pillowcase Material

100% Cotton Sateen

Package

With Pillowcase, Pillow Only

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