New Lower Price: A1 colour plan printing now just £2.75

We’ve got great news for architects, engineers, designers, and anyone who relies on high-quality large format prints—we’ve reduced the price of our A1 colour plan printing from £3 to £2.75 per print. We pride ourselves on our fast and reliable service. We offer same-day printing and next-day delivery across the UK. All our A1 prints […]

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Introducing Multi-Page NCR Forms

We’re excited to introduce multi-page NCR (No Carbon Required) forms, perfect for contracts, reports, and documents that require multiple copies. Unlike standard NCR printing, which is usually limited to single-page forms, our advanced process allows forms to span two or more pages, ensuring clarity, organisation, and seamless duplication. How Multi-Page NCR Forms Work Each page […]

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A Guide to Printing Gift Vouchers and Postcards

Do you need cards printed quickly and professionally? Whether you’re creating gift vouchers for your business or sending postcards for a special occasion, having them printed to a high standard makes all the difference. Here’s everything you need to know about getting top-quality prints with a fast turnaround.   Choosing the Right Card Stock Selecting the […]

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How to print flipcharts for a conference or training workshop

Flipcharts are an essential tool for conferences, workshops, and business presentations. They offer a simple yet effective way to display information, capture ideas, and facilitate interactive discussions. Whether you’re preparing for a training session or a strategic meeting, ensuring your flipcharts are professionally printed can enhance clarity and engagement. Choosing the Right Flipchart Paper Flipcharts […]

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What Printed Materials Might I Need for an Expo?

Expos and trade shows are a fantastic opportunity to showcase your brand, connect with potential clients, and leave a lasting impression. To make the most of your presence, having the right printed materials is essential. Here’s a guide to the must-have items for your expo, along with how they can elevate your booth. 1. Roller […]

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New options added online for custom paper pads

Our custom paper pads are perfect for: Desk and notepads tailored to your brand or style. Telephone order and enquiry pads. Branded A6 jotting pads. Receipts, invoices, survey sheets, and admin forms. Any paperwork that doesn’t require carbonless NCR paper. Each pad is glued at the top edge (unless otherwise requested) and includes 100 sheets […]

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Schools and Education: Comprehensive Printing Services

We take pride in serving a wide range of educational institutions, including schools, colleges, and university departments. We understand the unique challenges these customers face—tight budgets, urgent deadlines, and the need for reliable, high-quality printed materials. With years of experience and a fully in-house operation, we’re equipped to deliver tailored solutions efficiently, often with next-day […]

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Choosing the right type of binding for your project

When it comes to presenting your documents, choosing the right binding style can make a huge difference in both function and appearance. Whether you’re preparing a business report, a booklet, or a personal project, understanding the options available will help you pick the perfect finish. Let’s take a closer look at three popular binding styles […]

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Wedding stationery essentials: A short guide to planning your big day in style

Whether you’re aiming for classic elegance, rustic charm, or contemporary style, the right stationery not only looks stunning but also helps everything run seamlessly. Here’s a short guide to all the wedding stationery essentials: 1. Invitations: setting the stage Your wedding invitation is the first glimpse your guests will get of your big day, so […]

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Understanding the Differences: NCR Pads, NCR Books, and NCR Sets

NCR (No Carbon Required) products are a staple in businesses where record-keeping, invoicing, or documentation is key. Let’s break down their differences to help you decide which one suits your needs best. 1. What are NCR Pads? NCR pads are essentially a collection of glued-together NCR sheets. These sheets allow for automatic duplication of information […]

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A guide to creating place name cards

Whether you’re hosting a wedding, party, corporate event, gala dinner, or any other special occasion, having personalised place name cards helps add a touch of class. Here’s a comprehensive guide to creating place name cards. Step-by-Step Process 1. Select Your Card Size and Style Place name cards are typically 90 x 90mm in size, creased […]

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Online document printing now available!

We’re thrilled to announce our new online document printing service, offering A4 printing, stapling, hole punching and binding with nationwide delivery. Key Highlights: Same Day Service: Most orders printed the same day on our 4 production digital presses (2 colour, 2 black & white). Simple Prices & Nationwide Delivery Exclusive Online Prices: Only available through […]

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Why choose us?

For over 38 years, we’ve honed our skills and expertise in the printing industry. Equipped with four digital printing machines for A4/SRA3 prints, two large format printers for A2-A0 prints, and an array of automatic top of the range binding and finishing equipment, we ensure that most of our work is completed within the same […]

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Plastic Paper or Laminated Plans?

We offer two robust solutions to ensure your printed plans stand the test of time: laminated plans and plastic paper plans. Here’s everything you need to know about these options to make the best choice for your project. Laminated Plans Laminated plans are your go-to option if you need something thick, heavy, and virtually indestructible! […]

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NCR Pads – why use them?!

We offer a fast and dependable NCR pad printing service, designed to meet the needs of businesses across the UK. Our NCR pads are printed on carbonless paper and glued into duplicate, triplicate, or quadruplicate pads, making them the perfect solution for various applications. What is NCR Paper? NCR stands for No Carbon Required. It’s […]

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Plan Printing: A0, A1, A2, A3 Drawings 

At Original Copy Centre, we pride ourselves on providing a same day plan printing service for professionals in the construction, architectural, engineering, electrical, and mechanical industry. We also cater to dressmakers and designers by offering full-size printing of dressmaking and sewing patterns on plain paper. Our nationwide courier service ensures your prints are delivered directly […]

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Printing Name Badges: A Comprehensive Guide

Name badges are a crucial element for any event, helping attendees identify one another and fostering a sense of community. Whether you’re hosting a conference, training course, trade show, or corporate event, high-quality name badges can make a significant difference.   We specialise in printing high quality name badges for all your needs, ensuring a seamless […]

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The Versatility and Benefits of Roller Banners

Roller banners, also known as pull-up or retractable banners, are an essential tool for anyone looking to make a bold statement at promotional events, trade shows, or any advertising occasion. These banners feature a graphic panel printed on a flexible material, neatly housed in a retractable stand, making them both portable and easy to set […]

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Print Your Perfect Christmas Cards with Us!

With Christmas just around the corner, what better way to spread cheer than with custom-made Christmas cards? We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, personalised greeting cards, all in-house. This means we can turn your order the same day! Why Choose Our Cards? Custom Designs: Your design, your way! All our cards are printed in full […]

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Introducing Waterproof and Tearproof Printing on Durable Plastic Paper

Introducing Waterproof and Tearproof Printing on Durable Plastic Paper We are excited to announce our latest innovation—printing on waterproof synthetic sheets! This new development allows us to create high-quality prints that are not only waterproof but also tearproof, scratch-resistant, and heat-resistant. Perfect for materials that need to withstand the elements, these durable prints are ideal […]

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A guide to printing Thank You cards

We specialise in high-quality Thank You Card printing tailored to your unique design or photo. Our cards are printed in full colour on premium 350gsm card stock, ensuring a beautiful finish every time. What we offer: Custom printing from your own design or photo Vibrant colour printing on thick 350gsm card A5 folded to A6, […]

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New NCR products

We’ve recently revamped our website to include more NCR products available to order online, for all your business forms. You can now order NCR pads, sets, or perforated books! Pads are our most popular product, and are glued on one edge onto backing board, and supplied with writing shields. Each set tears out as it […]

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Printing Mock Exam Papers for Schools

As the school year progresses, the pressure on students preparing for their Key Stage, GCSEs and A-Level examinations continues to mount. One essential tool that helps students prepare effectively is the availability of mock exam papers. Mock exams not only provide students with a chance to test their knowledge but also serve as valuable practice […]

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How to design a poster to print

Designing a poster that grabs attention and leaves a lasting impression requires a thoughtful approach and a keen eye for detail. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the essential steps to create an eye-catching poster for print. From setting up your file size to saving it in the correct format, we’ll ensure your […]

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What should I include in a wedding invitation pack?

Wedding planning is an exciting time for any couple, and one of the most important steps in the process is designing and printing wedding stationery. Save the Date cards, RSVP cards, wedding invites, day/evening invitations, maps, and guest information cards are all essential components of a successful wedding invitation pack. Save the Date Cards: Save […]

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Christmas Cards

We now print Christmas cards in house!  This year we invested in an automated slitter cutter creaser machine, which allows us to cut out and crease cards from large sheets as soon as they are printed! This means we can usually print and finish cards the same day they are ordered. We offer 2 types […]

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