The Treacle Factory

We love print. There’s no better way to get your message into someone’s hands without it going into the SPAM or Junk folder. Print still plays a massive part in the marketing mix, so getting it right is a necessity. The look and feel of a well-crafted piece of promotional print goes well beyond the appearance; it makes a bold statement about you, your business and your brand.

Creating a masterpiece that makes you stand out from your competitors and grabbing your customers attention isn’t easy. With our help, your printed promotional materials will be visually exciting, tactile and persuasive.

Different materials, textures, thicknesses and finishes can create something exceptional. Our knowledge of various production methods will guide you in finding something that works for you. From small highly bespoke projects to high volume campaigns delivered at scale, we are here to help.

Print doesn’t need to cost the earth. We provide a massive range of low-cost products to make high quality print available at incredibly competitive prices. To help reduce carbon emissions we always use sustainably sourced FSC paper with the option to use part and fully recycled materials. We have added biodegradable laminates to our range of matt and gloss finishes that are fully compostable with two years.

Why gamble with online print discounters or pay over the odds to expensive agencies? From flyers to folders, business cards to booklets - we can provide you with high quality, cost-effective print as quickly as you need it, from a team you can trust.

Here to make your business, look the business.

Great design speaks for itself. Bad design will get you noticed for all the wrong reasons. Our team of designers and brand stylists work across hundreds of projects each year to create engaging and effective promotional materials that really make a difference. From some of the biggest global brands through to independent, boutique companies, we’ve got what it takes.

From simple business stationery through to creative marketing collateral and from a simple logo through to a full brand identity, we have got it covered. For established brands we have the discipline to strictly follow existing guidelines to the letter and for those without them, the creativity to develop something new.

If you operate a multi-site business and want to ensure your team adhere to your brand guidelines, we have an intuitive templated online ordering system that can be setup for frequent orders. Ask us for a demo if this is of interest to you.

Getting your show on the road.

When you want to literally stand out from the crowd at trade shows, exhibitions and events – we will show you how.

Trade shows and expos can often feel like a beauty pageant, with the best-looking stands getting all the attention. It is about being seen, looking at your best and attracting visitors to your stand. Luckily, we have all the tools and expertise to make you the centre of attention.

Yes, we have all the standard kit including roll-up banners and pop-up stands which are great. If you want to take it to another level, we have an innovative range of highly portable, lightweight fabric displays to create the ‘wow factor’. Backwalls, monoliths and counters in a host of shapes and sizes can be used to great effect, or for more custom displays we can build something bespoke.

Look amazing come rain or shine. Exhibiting outdoors brings additional challenges, especially with the unpredictability of the UK weather. With the wrong hardware, a gust of wind or a shower of rain will see your stunning display tuned into a tangled mess. From branded gazebos to eye-catching flags and from barriers to giant arches, we have everything to take your display outside.

Branded gifts that people love and keep.

Everyone loves a freebie! From pens to power banks and keyrings to portable speakers, whatever idea you have we can you can brand with your logo, contact details and messaging. When you attend an event, run a promotion or launch a campaign, promo items are a great way to get noticed and always draw a crowd.

With literally millions of products, with varying print options and timescales, how are you supposed to find what’s right for you?

Our customers tell us what they value you most is having someone they can trust to help them get the best value for money. Sometimes it can be the simple things like pens, pads and notebooks and on other occasions it may be something completely bespoke. In every case we find a solution to meet the budget and the deadline.

We choose to work with only the best manufacturers and importers in the business, to ensure you receive high quality and innovative products at the best price on the market. With expert sourcing agents around the world, we can often find products you simply won’t find by searching online. We supply free samples if you want to see before you buy.

It’s your name above the door.

How do people find your business? Are you tucked away on a side road or in the corner of an industrial estate? Maybe you have a great location with high footfall and passing traffic. Either way, bold, attractive signage will put your business on the map.

The right sign will say fare more about your business than just the name. It shows prestige, portrays and excellence and builds confidence in your brand before even entering the building. Signage forms part of the exterior and interior design of your workplace – it needs to be right!

Internal signs play a massive role in creating the right impression when visitors and customers walk through your door. Elevate your reception areas, enhance meeting rooms and give your open plan spaces a ‘wow’ factor. From simple graphics applied directly to the walls through to chunky built-up lettering with halo effect illumination and everything else in between – we can help.

Many businesses are looking for more interactive signage in their offices, shops and public places. Bright and colourful digital signage displaying moving content are 400% more engaging than static displays. From a single screen in reception through though to high street video walls, we have extensive hardware, software and creative knowledge to guide you through.

We will meet you on site, take measurements and review any existing décor and signage before offering our recommendations for you to consider. Once agreed we will design, manufacture and install your signage – taking care of everything from start to finish.

Getting your website ranking higher in Google search results.

Search engine optimisation (SEO) has been given a bad name over the years. Companies that make outrageous claims and bamboozle customers with jargon have burnt the fingers of many. The reality is that SEO can be the smartest money you’ll ever spend on marketing your website. Aside from all the fake promises and mysterious practices there are some fundamental steps that can boost your website from obscurity to page 1 if done correctly, over time.

We believe in providing honest, transparent and ethical ways to help you get found first on Google and other search engines. Far from being about manipulation and deception, it is about being open an honest about what you do and why online users should trust you. When you demonstrate expertise and authority online – your reward is more traffic, increased enquiries and extra sales.

SEO is a marathon not a sprint. It takes time and incremental efforts to move your website to a more valuable position. We don’t make claims that we can’t deliver, so the first part of the process is a free audit of your site to see if we can help. Based on this, we will offer you a relevant fixed-cost SEO plan that will deliver the results we agree.