Business Details
Trusted Printing Services in Dumfries
Established over five decades ago, Solway Print has been delivering high-standard design and print solutions across Dumfries & Galloway and beyond. Our skilled workforce combines traditional techniques like letterpress and foiling with modern digital printing to offer tailored services for projects of all sizes. We prioritise customer satisfaction through a seven-step process encompassing consultation, design, proofing, and reliable delivery.Our commitment to staff retention ensures continuity of expertise, while our investment in technology maintains competitive affordability without compromising quality. With a focus on local and international clients, we provide end-to-end solutions from concept to finished product.
Services
Digital Printing
Letterpress Printing
Foiling Services
Branding Design
Large Format Printing
Die Cutting
Binding Services
Embossing/Debossing
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of printing expertise in Dumfries & Galloway
- Seven-stage process ensures design and print perfection
- Combines traditional letterpress with modern digital technology
- Experienced team with average staff tenure of 25+ years
- Reliable UK-wide and international delivery options
Services
Digital Printing
Our digital printing service offers fast, cost-effective production for short to medium runs. Using advanced technology, we ensure vibrant colours and sharp details for brochures, flyers, and stationery. Ideal for businesses requiring quick turnaround without compromising quality.
Letterpress Printing
Specialising in heritage letterpress techniques, we create tactile, premium prints with deep impressions. Perfect for wedding invitations, business cards, and bespoke stationery where craftsmanship and authenticity are paramount. Each piece is finished by hand.
Foiling Services
Enhance your prints with eye-catching foil stamping in gold, silver, and custom colours. Applied using precision dies, our foiling adds luxury to invitations, packaging, and branding materials. Complements both digital and letterpress prints.
Branding Design
From logos to complete brand guidelines, our designers craft cohesive visual identities. We focus on creating memorable, scalable designs that reflect your business values across print and digital platforms.
Large Format Printing
Produce impactful banners, posters, and exhibition graphics up to 3.2m wide. Durable materials and UV-resistant inks ensure longevity for both indoor and outdoor use. Ideal for events, retail, and promotional campaigns.
People
Mac Creedon
Owner/Director
With over 65 years in the printing industry, Mac is a founding member of Solway Print. His expertise in traditional techniques continues to guide the company's craftsmanship and quality standards.
Amanda Copland
Managing Director
Leading operations since 2015, Amanda brings over 35 years of print industry experience. Her focus on staff welfare ensures a motivated team dedicated to client satisfaction and operational excellence.
Fiona Brown
Designer / Lead Typesetter
A 35-year veteran, Fiona specialises in typography and layout. Her attention to detail ensures technical precision in every print job, combining artistic flair with production expertise.
Chris Brown
Designer / Production Manager
With 33 years at Solway Print, Chris oversees production workflow. A tech enthusiast, he integrates modern software solutions with traditional methods to maintain efficiency and quality.
Meg Smyth
Print Finisher / Book Binder
A 34-year veteran, Meg specialises in hand-finishing techniques including bookbinding. Her craftsmanship ensures every printed product meets exacting standards before dispatch.
Questions
What printing methods does Solway Print offer?
We provide digital printing, lithographic printing, and traditional letterpress services alongside foiling, die-cutting, and large-format production.
Can you handle both small and large print runs?
Yes, our equipment and expertise accommodate projects from single copies to large-scale commercial orders with equal attention to quality.
Do you offer design services for print projects?
Our team creates complete brand identities and prepares print-ready artwork, ensuring your designs translate perfectly to physical products.
What finishing options are available?
We provide embossing/debossing, foiling, binding, scoring, folding, and bespoke packaging solutions to complete your printed materials.
Do you deliver outside Dumfries?
Yes, we offer reliable UK-wide delivery and can arrange international shipping for your printed orders.
How long has Solway Print been in business?
We've served clients since 1970, combining over five decades of printing heritage with modern techniques and equipment.
