Business Details
41 Years
experience
Professional Photography Services in Cheltenham
Established in 1985, The Dark Room has built a reputation for excellence in digital and traditional photography services. Our commitment to quality begins with rigorous process control, with every stage of film and print services monitored to internationally recognised standards. We prioritise client relationships to anticipate individual styles, ensuring accurate results first time. While Royal Mail delivery times may vary, we provide Freepost labels to streamline returns. Our expertise spans film developing, photo restoration, and premium print production, serving both amateur and professional photographers.With ISO-certified processes and decades of experience, we combine technical precision with personalised service. Our online ordering system offers convenience, while our team remains available for special requests via email. Specialising in black-and-white and colour film processing, we stock Ilford and Paterson products for darkroom enthusiasts. As a UK-focused business, we maintain strict quality controls across all services, from passport photos to large-format gicle prints. Customer feedback drives continuous improvement, with Google reviews helping us refine our offerings.
Services
Film Developing
Photo Printing
Photo Restoration
Photography Products
Passport Photos
Giclee Prints
Framed Prints
Negative Scanning
Darkroom Supplies
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer ISO-certified quality processes for film and print services
- Experienced team with over 35 years in traditional photography
- Freepost returns streamline UK delivery logistics
- Specialist knowledge of Ilford and Paterson darkroom products
- Personalised service for both amateur and professional photographers
What people say
Exceptional print quality
Prompt email responses
Knowledgeable staff
Reliable film processing
Great product range
Services
Film Developing
We offer professional film developing for colour, black-and-white, and E6 slide films. Our controlled processes ensure accurate results with options for push/pull processing. Clients receive high-quality scans and reprints from negatives, with special handling for cross-processing requirements.
Photo Printing
From standard 12"x18" prints to large-format gicle and canvas wraps, we deliver precise colour reproduction. Our services include repositionable vinyl photos, photoboards, and framed prints using Chromalux panels and archival materials for lasting quality.
Photo Restoration
Specialist restoration of damaged or faded photographs using digital enhancement techniques. We preserve historical images while maintaining original character, offering both digital files and printed reproductions in various formats including passport-sized photos.
Photography Products
We stock Ilford black-and-white films, Paterson developing equipment, and accessories including changing bags, chemical mixers, and negative storage. Our range covers traditional darkroom needs alongside modern photographic materials and calibration tools.
Passport Photos
EU and international passport photo services with automated size adjustment. We produce compliant prints for UK, AU/NZ, Indian, USA, and Canadian passports using professional software to ensure regulatory compliance and facial recognition compatibility.
Questions
What film processing options do you offer?
We process colour negative, black-and-white, and E6 slide films with push/pull options. Special services include cross-processing and high-resolution scans from negatives.
Do you deliver outside the UK?
Due to Brexit regulations, we currently only accept orders within the UK. We provide Freepost labels for UK returns of film processing orders.
What print sizes are available?
We offer prints from 4"x6" up to 12"x18", including panoramic formats. Custom sizes available for giclée prints and canvas wraps with framing options.
How quickly do you respond to enquiries?
Our team aims to reply to email enquiries within 24 hours during working days. Urgent requests can be prioritised with advance notice.
Can you restore old photographs?
Yes, our photo restoration service digitally repairs damaged or faded images. We maintain original character while enhancing clarity, providing both digital files and printed reproductions.
What darkroom supplies do you stock?
We carry Ilford films and chemicals, Paterson developing tanks, changing bags, and specialist accessories including negative storage, cotton gloves, and calibration tools.
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