History & Values
Our latest 85,000 sq ft home, in Farlington, Portsmouth
Our focus on delivering quality print at a fair price, teamed with a friendly and efficient service has seen our family-run business grow to become a significant local employer and a top 100 UK print business.
Portsmouth’s best kept secret
With our unmarked delivery fleet of 10 vehicles, we’re one of Portsmouth's best kept secrets. You’ll never see a Bishops van out on the road despite the fact we make more than 33,000 deliveries a year. That’s because almost 70% of our clients are other trade print professionals. Printers, marketing agencies, graphic designers and print brokers who are placing work with us on behalf of their own clients, trusting us with their reputations.
Manufacturer of the Year
An winner of the Independent Print Industry Association's most prestigious award, Manufacturer of the Year, we underpin our quality and reliability promise to you with on-going annual investment in excess of £2 million in our technology, machinery and people. Our investment programme also enables us to introduce technology that is more energy efficient and less wasteful for a more sustainable future.
As a print and mailing business, our love for letters runs deep. They allow us to connect, communicate, and share what truly matters. Each letter in our approach tells a story about who we are and what we stand for.
F is for Fair
We do what’s right, not what's easy. From offering honest pricing to treating everyone with respect and care, fairness is the foundation of every decision we make. We lead with integrity and empathy.
Straightforward
We are plain speaking and good at what we do. We work hard to make everything easy to understand and your experience smooth and hassle-free.
Dependable
You always know where you are with Bishops. In safe hands, expecting quality print that's delivered on time. Our promise? Consistently excellent service with your needs at the heart of everything we do.
Agile
We believe in doing everything we can to make the answer yes. We thrive on turning challenges into opportunities. With the flexibility to adapt we respond at speed, often meeting seemingly impossible deadlines - always with outstanding results.
Supportive
What matters to you matters to us. From a can-do attitude and expert advice to helpful credit terms and tailored account management. We're here for you.
Enthusiastic
Our enthusiasm shows in our work ethic. We bring energy and dedication to every project. We love what we do and we're keen to get every detail right for you.
Our True North
Like a compass, our values guide us. They remind us why we do what we do, what truly matters, and what we stand for. With Bishops, you’ll always know where you stand—and what to expect.
If our values strike a chord with you, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch and let's print memorable experiences.
