Saddle Stitch Binding

Saddle stitched brochures, booklets, reports and programmes

Whether you’re preparing a magazine for a client, a product brochure for your own business, or a programme for a local event, saddle-stitched printing offers a cost-effective and visually engaging way to showcase your content.

Cutting edge technology

Specialists in saddle stitching (also known as staple binding), our bindery department is equipped with 3 of the most advanced saddle stitching lines, supported by 15 folding machines and 4 guillotines. The combined strength of our saddle stitching capacity with the intense colour quality of our litho and digital printing is a winning combination.  With one of the best-equipped print finishing departments among commercial printers, we can produce 63.5 million stitched books annually.

Saddle stitching for brochures, booklets & programmes

Saddle stitching inserts two durable staples through the fold. There’s no spine, unlike perfect bound books, which means saddle stitched brochures lay flat when opened, creating seamless spreads for maximum visual impact.

Once your magazine or brochure exceeds 64 pages, then saddle stitching ceases to be an option. It becomes too bulky to fold neatly and won’t close properly. If your publication is likely to be around this page count, switching to perfect binding is an option.

Why choose saddle stitching?

This binding method is especially well-suited for:

• Programmes: From theatre programmes to event guides, a saddle-stitched booklet is perfect for presenting schedules, performers, and highlights in a portable format. We're the first choice commercial printer for Premiership football clubs and theatres up and down the country but all of our clients, regardless of the size of their order, receive the same high quality service. 

• Brochures and catalogues: Ideal for showcasing professional services or presenting products or services in a visually appealing, accessible way, we recommend laminating covers for extra duability. We offer gloss lamination, matt lamination, soft touch lamination and anti-scuff lamination. We can also embellish your designs using spot gloss UV varnish, embossing, foiling or die-cutting.

• Magazines and newsletters: Whether for members, clients, or stakeholders, saddle-stitched magzines can be produced using Silk, Gloss or Uncoated paper stocks. If you're unsure which is best for your publication, we can help you with samples and free advice.

• Annual reports and impact reports: High quality printing and binding to support your professional image and add gravitas to your message.

• Instruction manuals: Give customers or employees a clear, easy-to-follow manual that won’t fall apart with frequent use.

Key features of our saddle-stitched booklets

• Premium materials: Choose from a variety of sustainably sourced paper stocks, finishes, and covers to ensure your booklet looks and feels perfect for its purpose.
• Customisable sizing: Select from A4, A5, A6 or create a bespoke size that fits your specific needs.
• Full-colour printing: captivate your audience with full-colour, high-resolution printing that brings your design to life. We offer CMYK, (Spot Colour) Pantone, Metallic inks and fluorescent inks.
• Eco-friendly pptions: We offer a selection of FSC®-certified and recycled paper stocks, in addition to Carbon balanced paper, helping you to support your sustainability goals.

Why partner with Bishops Printers?

Since 1985 Bishops Printers has been a trusted partner to trade and direct customers across the UK. We understand the high standards you expect and the flexibility you need, so we bring that expertise to every project. With our dedicated service, competitive pricing, and fast turnaround, we make it simple to create exceptional saddle-stitched booklets that reflect your brand positioning.

Ready to create something exceptional?
Contact us today to discuss your next project.