Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Print & Design Partner in Bristol
Out of Hand has been a leader in print and promotional solutions since 1994, combining innovative design, high-quality printing, and targeted distribution. Our expertise spans flyer production, poster design, outdoor advertising, and event marketing, serving clients across the UK's music, arts, and cultural sectors. With a nationwide distribution network and rapid 24-hour turnaround options, we deliver cost-effective, dynamic campaigns tailored to individual client needs. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our in-house digital and litho printing capabilities, extensive portfolio of successful projects, and partnerships with major festivals.As an established company with decades of industry experience, we maintain rigorous quality control while offering transparent pricing and dedicated customer support. Our team's deep understanding of promotional dynamics ensures every project receives strategic attention to detail, from initial concept through to final execution.
Services
Flyer Printing
Poster Design
Distribution Services
Outdoor Advertising
Event Marketing
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We produce over 30 million flyers annually
- Fast 24-hour printing available
- Nationwide distribution network
- Integrated print, design, and marketing solutions
- Specialists in music and arts event promotion
Services
Flyer Printing
Specialist flyer production with rapid turnaround options. Offering multiple paper weights from 130gsm to 400gsm deluxe finishes. Capable of printing 30+ million flyers annually using advanced digital and litho technology. Clients benefit from cost-effective bulk production and guaranteed delivery timelines.
Outdoor Advertising
Comprehensive outdoor poster solutions across South West England, South Wales, and Edinburgh. Features include legal advertising spaces in high-footfall areas, site takeovers, and digital billboards. Campaign management includes maintenance, anti-graffiti protection, and fortnightly display periods.
Event Distribution
Nationwide distribution network covering clubs, bars, and cultural venues. Specialising in 18-35 demographic targeting through hand-to-hand distribution, flyer packs, and street teams. Services include Edinburgh Festival Fringe promotions and targeted music industry campaigns.
Graphic Design
Full-service design studio creating brand identities, album artwork, and promotional materials. Offers artwork specification guidance and template support. Expertise in music industry branding with examples including Ron Davis' Instrumental Music Liberation Front campaign.
Festival Marketing
Specialist festival advertising with partnerships at major UK events. Provides on-site poster opportunities, flyer distribution, and hand-to-hand street marketing. Key clients include Edinburgh Festival Fringe performers and music labels targeting engaged audiences.
Questions
What printing turnaround times do you offer?
We provide standard 3-5 working day turnaround with express 24-hour printing available for urgent flyer orders.
Which regions do your distribution services cover?
Our network covers South West England, South Wales, Edinburgh, and selected UK cities through regional partners.
Can you handle large-scale festival campaigns?
Yes, we specialise in festival marketing with established partnerships at major UK events including Edinburgh Fringe.
What print specifications do you support?
We handle 130gsm to 400gsm paper weights, spot varnish finishes, and custom sizes from business cards to large format posters.
Do you offer design services with print orders?
Yes, our in-house design studio provides artwork creation and template support for all printed materials.
How are outdoor advertising sites maintained?
Sites receive fortnightly checks, graffiti removal within 24 hours, and regular maintenance to ensure optimal visibility.
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Reviews (5)
Jack Middleton
Jul 29, 2021
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Great experience working with Out of Hand on some new custom folded leaflets, we had previously been let down by two major printers (InstantPrint and SoloPress) and so were anxious right up until our leaflets arrived that there would be another email saying 'no can do'. The leaflets we received were perfect, arrived promptly and folded correctly (Phew!). Wouldn't hesitate to use Out of Hand again and would highly recommend their services.
Osasenaga Dominion
May 02, 2021
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An still in awe of the service rendered never experienced such. Bless the man(can't remember his name) who attended to me.
Mark Davis
Aug 08, 2017
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I have used Out of Hand to distribute and print flyers and posters for well over 15 years now. I have always found their service and attention to detail first rate. Its so important to have a reliable print and distribution company to work with and Out Of Hand are the only people I trust time and time again to deliver punctually and at a cost that is competitive. Also, they are easy to work with and very friendly.
Timothy W.
Jun 05, 2017
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This firm took our money but failed to deliver the service we paid to receive. Trust is a huge factor in the flyer distribution business but naturally we always perform checks on new suppliers. Out Of Hand claim to demonstrate staff are doing their jobs by getting them to send you selfies at the beginning and end of the booked shifts. But our photos show their staff did not actually work for the allotted time. When we performed a check, at 6pm on 24 March 2017 at Bethnal Green Tube Station, we found no sign of the Out Of Hand distributors we had booked to work from 5pm - 7pm. When we contacted
Qype User Maxmcc
Nov 06, 2008
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Out of Hand meets all you graphic design and printing needs. If you need a bit of promotion get on the phone to them, they can produce flyers, posters, booklets and business cards. The team are really friendly and provide a great service. Competitive rates with high quality goods and handling.
