Custom Corporate Notebooks for UK Enterprise Procurement
We supply bespoke, high-specification notebooks to UK businesses, agencies, and institutions.
Key Decision Data
- Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 100 units per design
- Typical Lead Time: 3-4 weeks (Standard) / 10 days (Express UK)
- Customization: Foil blocking, debossing, custom pantone covers, bespoke tip-in pages
Check Project Feasibility
Confirm if your timeline and specs align with our production capacity.
Why UK Procurement Teams Partner With Us
We understand that for a procurement manager, "boring" is good. You need predictability, not surprises.
Guaranteed Brand Consistency
We use Pantone matching systems to ensure your corporate "Navy Blue" is exactly the same in 2026 as it was in 2024. No "batch variance" excuses.
UK-Centric Logistics
Our lead times account for UK bank holidays and real-world courier networks. We don't promise "global shipping" vaguely; we promise delivery to your London HQ on time.
Risk-Averse Production
We flag potential issues (e.g., "that logo is too detailed for foil blocking") before we take your deposit, not after the print run fails.
Standardized material options for consistent fleet procurement.
Production-Ready Specifications
We focus on specifications that scale. These configurations are optimized for manufacturing efficiency and durability in a corporate environment.
Cover Materials
Premium Vegan Leather (PU), Recycled Bonded Leather, or Natural Linen. All tested for wear-resistance in daily commute scenarios.
Paper Stock
Standard 80gsm Ivory (FSC Certified) or Premium 100gsm White. Acid-free for archival quality. Fountain pen friendly options available.
Branding Methods
Deep Blind Debossing (most popular for subtle branding), Hot Foil Stamping (Gold/Silver/Copper), or UV Digital Print for complex full-color logos.
Packaging
Bulk packed for efficiency, or individual biodegradable shrink-wrap. Custom belly bands available for event gifting.
Standard UK Production Workflow
Feasibility & Quote (Days 1-2)
We confirm stock levels and production slots. You receive a fixed GBP quote valid for 14 days.
Digital Proofing (Day 3)
We send a PDF visual. Critical Step: This is where most delays happen. Please ensure internal stakeholders sign off promptly.
Physical Pre-Production Sample (Optional, +7 Days)
Recommended for orders over 1,000 units. We produce one physical copy for your final approval.
Mass Production (Weeks 2-3)
Manufacturing takes place. Updates are provided only if there is a deviation from the schedule.
Delivery (Day 21-28)
Courier delivery to a single UK address. Pallet delivery for large orders requires a loading bay or tail-lift request.
UK Corporate Gift Tax Compliance
A common oversight in procurement is the HMRC "Business Gift" rule. If you are gifting these notebooks to clients:
- The gift must carry a conspicuous advertisement for the trader (your logo).
- The total cost of gifts to one person per year must not exceed £50.
Impact: If you choose an ultra-luxury specification that pushes the unit cost above £50, or remove your branding for "subtlety," you may lose tax deductibility. We can advise on specs that stay within the safe threshold.
Typical Procurement Scenarios
New Employee Onboarding Kits
Tech and Finance firms ordering 500+ units annually. Stored in our warehouse and called off in batches of 50 for monthly intakes.
Client Conference "Swag"
Event-specific notebooks for London trade shows. Strict deadline delivery to ExCeL or Olympia. Usually lower cost, higher volume.
Executive Strategy Journals
High-spec, leather-bound notebooks for C-suite retreats or board meetings. Low volume (100 units), maximum quality, high budget.
Experience You Can Verify
We have successfully delivered branded stationery projects for FTSE 100 companies, Russell Group universities, and government agencies across the UK.
Submit Project Requirements
Before you submit:
If you are still in the "ideas phase" and don't have a budget or quantity in mind, we recommend discussing internally first. Submitting a request without these details often leads to generic quotes that aren't useful for decision-making.
Why wait? Defining your quantity (e.g., "approx 500") allows us to give you an accurate price break immediately, saving you 3 days of email back-and-forth.
Project Feasibility Check
Submit your project details to confirm production capacity and receive a preliminary estimate.