News & Insights
Our Journey Towards Greener Printing Practices
This week marked a significant change in our print manufacturing process at Reeds. We officially decommissioned our Fujifilm plate processing machine—a dependable aide in our production line for many years. While it was bittersweet to bid farewell, this change is a leap forward in improving our operational efficiencies and, more importantly, in significantly reducing our environmental impact.
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Branding Basics: Why is Branding Important?
Your brand is much more than a name or a logo; it's the heart and soul of your business, it's what sets you apart from competitors. Let's delve into the importance of branding and explore the key steps to define your brand effectively. Your Brand Identity is More Than Just a LogoThink of your brand identity as your business's unique personality – it's the vibe, the feelings, and the distinctive…
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Dawn's Charity Day at Eden Animal Rescue
Dawn Woods, Print Finishing Assistant at our Print Facility in Penrith, recently took a Charity Day to volunteer at the Eden Animal Rescue Centre, spending her day caring for the cats at the shelter.
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Agricultural and Breed Society Website Design: Our Top Tips
Here at Reeds, we are proud to work with many of the dedicated Breed Societies that safeguard the integrity and sustainability of the UK’s leading cattle and sheep breeds.As part of H&H Group, we collaborate closely with numerous businesses associated with the livestock sector in website design and digital marketing. We have recently completed a new website for the Livestock Auctioneers…
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New Livestock Industry Website Serves National Market
Reeds, are proud to announce the launch of a new website for the national Livestock Auctioneers Association (LAA) that provides a major new service to the national livestock industry.
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Becca Davidson's Journey through the Mini-MBA in Brand Management by Marketing Week
Becca Davidson, our talented Creative Designer at Reeds, has recently had the opportunity through the H&H Employee Trust Fund, a dedicated initiative by H&H Group, to pursue a mini-MBA in Brand Management led by Mark Ritson of Marketing Week.
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10 Universal Principles of Effective Web Design (ph)
Web design is a unique blend of creativity, practical functionality, and engaging content that captivates and educates, holding user attention. It's an art that requires understanding user experience, visual aesthetics, and technical skills. This article delves into 10 principles of effective website design, each integral to creating a cohesive and impactful online presence.
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A Sad Loss for Reeds: Phil Gowling, a True Gentleman
It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we acknowledge the sad passing of Phil Gowling, previous Director of Reeds, who very sadly after a short illness died on 29th January. Those who met Phil would know he was a true gentleman and will be a friend and colleague whom we will miss dearly. But most of all our sympathies and thoughts go out to his wife Sandra and their children at this…
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Bullseye for Professional Darts Website
Reeds proud to deliver new Professional Darts Players Association website in time for historic World Darts Championships. Carlisle based print and digital marketing experts, Reeds, are delighted to be able to claim a professional connection to the recent World Darts Championships, dominated by the two British Lukes – the winner, Luke Humphries and the remarkable 16-year-old- runner-up, Luke…
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Design for Print
At Reeds, we take great pride in our printing heritage. Established in 1878, you could say that we've learned a thing or two about print over the years. With a wealth of experience in printing, including production and design, we're here to help and share our expertise with you.
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Discover WCAG: Your Key to Website Accessibility
WCAG, which stands for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, are a global set of recommendations that help ensure your website is usable by everyone. These guidelines, established by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), offer a straightforward and effective way to make your website user-friendly and accessible for all.
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Pioneering a Greener Future: The Journey from Print to Delivery with Theatre by the Lake
At Reeds, we take great pride in building long-lasting relationships with our clients. Our collaboration with Theatre by the Lake has spanned over a decade. Situated right next to the natural beauty of Derwent Water in the Lake District, the theatre welcomes visitors from near and far, serving as a creative hub for Cumbria and beyond.
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