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A PASSION FOR QUALITY BOOK PRODUCTS
At Allsopp Bookbinders we have a passion for producing top quality book products. Our highly skilled team represents hundreds of years of bespoke binding and trade binding experience.
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Our history goes back to 1901 and our reputation for excellent craftsmanship sees us make books for many prestigious companies, public venues and even the Royal Family.
As book binding and finishing specialists our experts will make it easy for you to find the best and most cost effective solution for your project. Our complete range of book binding services includes anything from machine binding using the latest technology to handcrafted items and specialist book repair in our hand bindery. So, whether you are looking for a fast turnaround on thousands of catalogues, limited edition binding or a one-off bespoke binding we can help.
We provide trade printing and binding for a wide range of markets including: education, health, major high street retailers and luxury high-end brands. We also specialise in making beautiful personalised bespoke photo albums, portfolios and presentation folders to protect and preserve valuable pictures, collectors’ items, artworks and precious documents. Our customers come back to us time and time again because they know we deliver a reliable professional service at competitive prices, using the best materials for the strongest binding.
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SUPPORTING COMMERCIAL PRINTERS
Delivering exceptional high-quality bookbinding and print finishing services to small and large commercial printers.
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“I have been working with Allsopps for over 25 years. The pricing is competitive, the quality is second to none.”
- Andy Baxter, Nottingham.
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Quality Bookbinding Services
We’re committed to delivering a professional & efficient high-quality book binding service. Whether you’re new to bookbinding and finishing or are just looking for something different and distinctive, we’ll use our experience and wide range of services to help you.
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An extra strong and cost-effective way of binding using polyurethane reactive (PUR) glue PUR Binding is suitable for heavier papers and high-use and long-life items.
Learn more about PUR Binding→
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This is how hard backed books are produced, whether the case is made of printed paper, cloth or finest leather. Whichever you choose, Case Binding is the most durable and high quality binding available.
Learn more about Case Binding→
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A very strong binding, Thread Sewn Binding is ideal for high-quality, long-lasting publications, and those that you must be able to open flat, without them splitting along the spine – such as brochures, catalogues and annual reports.
Learn more about Thread Sewn Binding→
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The simplest and most cost-effective way of binding with adhesive. It’s suitable for most items and produces an attractive and durable yet high-quality end result.
Learn more about Perfect Binding→
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A beautiful, safe and alternative style of binding that just uses thread – Singer Sewn Binding uses no adhesive or staples - great for creative or quirky projects.
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Our artisan binders know how to respectfully repair damaged books and return them to a beautifully finished state, in keeping with the original period.
Trusted by…
Leading organisations from a wide range of markets including education, health, governmental, major high street retailers & luxury high-end brands to bind & finish…
Brochures & Catalogues
We are trusted to produce brochures and catologues for prestigious brands such as Bentley Motors who recognize our exceptional PUR & Case binding.
Programmes & Guides
Prestigious performers and institutions including the BBC and The Times appreciate our attention to detail and premium quality binding and finishing services.
Record & Year Books
From Public Office Records books to NHS ward books and Royal Mail year books our principle organisations demand our precision and high standards.
We’re bookbinding and finishing specialists and have been trading for over a hundred years. We produce high-quality products – fast, efficiently and at the right price – by combining modern technology with our wealth of experience. Our history goes back to 1901 and some of our services, such as Singer sewing binding, are now almost lost arts that you’ll struggle to find anywhere else.
Trading continually since 1901 we are very proud of our heritage...
Premium Quality
Delivering high-quality professional products is our top priority. Industry standard rigorous quality checks run throughout all our production processes.
Inhouse Expertise
Our highly skilled team is here to help you find the perfect binding solution for your project, from the first concept to the finished item..
Bespoke Service
From one-off commissions to limited edition case binding and beyond we use our bookbinding techniques to handcraft beautiful book products..
See inside our commercial bindery
Take a look at our Müller Martini Star Plus Binder in action producing a high volume perfect bound brochure.
