Published by Parish Magazine Printers | Reading time: 5 minutes
Your community magazine is more than a newsletter. It’s a record of community life – local news, farewells, reflections, fundraising appeals, and the quiet stories that bind a community together. Month after month, it lands on doorsteps and tables, carrying your community’s voice.
So why settle for print quality that doesn’t do it justice?
If your current magazines look a little flat, arrive with inconsistent colour, or the process of getting them printed feels more stressful than it should – this post is for you.
The Problem with “Good Enough” Printing
Many parish/community magazines start their life printed on an office copier or sent to an online printer as a cost-saving measure. It works. But over time, small frustrations tend to build up:
- Covers that look washed out or pixelated
- Colours that vary from month to month
- Staples that don’t align or pages that aren’t trimmed straight
- Little or no support when something goes wrong
- Artwork errors that slip through with no one checking
For a magazine that represents your church or community, these things matter. First impressions count – even for a local publication.
What Parish Magazine Printer Does Differently
Working with a printer that specialises in parish magazines isn’t just about better ink and paper (though that’s part of it). It’s about having a partner who understands the rhythm of your publication and takes the pressure off the people producing it.
Here’s what that looks like in practice:
Consistent quality, every month Your magazine is printed on the same equipment, with the same settings, by people who know your publication. Colour consistency, sharp text, clean finishing – you’ll notice the difference immediately.
A real person to call Not a chatbot. Not an online ticket system. A named contact who knows your magazine, picks up the phone, and can answer questions in plain English.
Pre-flight checks on your files Before anything goes to press, we check your artwork for common issues – low-resolution images, missing fonts, incorrect bleed. We fix what we can and flag what needs your attention, so nothing slips through.
Flexible, transparent pricing Our pricing is designed for community magazines specifically – straightforward page count pricing with no hidden setup fees.
Sustainable production We’re part of an FSC-certified group, use biodegradable inks, and produce everything in our Wiltshire facility. If sustainability matters to your community, it matters to us too.
“But We’ve Used the Same Printer for Years…”
Loyalty is a virtue – but not when it’s holding your magazine back. If your current arrangement is working well, that’s genuinely great. But if you find yourself managing problems rather than producing a magazine you’re proud of, it might be time for a change.
The most common concern we hear is: “Switching sounds complicated.”
It really isn’t. Here’s how straightforward it is.
How to Switch: A Simple 4-Step Process
1. Send us a sample copy Post or email us your last edition (PDF is fine). We’ll review it, note your specs, and confirm we can match or improve on what you’re currently producing.
2. Get a quote Based on your page count, print run, and finish, we’ll give you a clear monthly price. No surprises. We’ll also flag if there’s a package that suits you better than what you’re currently paying for.
3. Prepare your next edition as normal Keep doing exactly what you do. If your artwork needs any adjustments to work with our production process, we’ll tell you specifically what to change – and help if needed.
4. We handle the rest Proofing, printing, and delivery. Your readers won’t notice a thing – except that the magazine looks better.
The whole process typically takes just one phone call and a week to get set up. Most editors tell us they wish they’d made the move sooner.
A Note on Cost
Professional doesn’t have to mean expensive. Our magazine pricing start from as little as £250 per month for smaller editions, with pricing structured around page count and volume – so you only pay for what you need.
When you factor in the time saved, the errors avoided, and the improvement in quality, many magazine teams find the switch either costs the same as before or saves money overall.
Ready to See the Difference?
If you’re curious about what your magazine could look like – or just want an honest comparison against what you’re currently paying – we’re happy to chat.
No hard sell, no obligation. Just a straightforward conversation about your magazine and whether we can help.
Get a free quote | Call us on 01225 812930
Parish Magazine Printers is a specialist division of Corsham Print Ltd – part of an FSC-certified group, sustainably produced, and proudly printed in Wiltshire for over 45 years.