White Rose Press Company Collection

Checking print, the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. A printworker checking the print from a Heidelberg press

A proofing press with plates at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. The company printed may well-known brochures and publications which included Rolling Stone Magazine

Binding room at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Artist
Binding room at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Female workers at the White Rose Press in Mexborough, South Yorkshire collate pages prior to sewing in the binding room

Set type broken up after use, the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Set type was broken up after use and separated out into specific compartments for storage

Type being set at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Artist
Type being set at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Movable type being set on a monotype caster

A monotype keyboard at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Artist
A monotype keyboard at the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. The monotype operators keystrokes caused a reel of paper to be perforated with a series of holes unique to each

Book binding department of the White Rose Press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. An employee counting pages before binding

Setting up a Meihle two colour flat bed printer press, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968

Graphic designers at work, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. Artist: Michael Walters
Graphic designers at work, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1968. A graphic designer uses a triangle to produce line drawings of water drainage products for a brochure at the white Rose Press in

The binding room at the White Rose Press printing Co, Mexborough, South Yorkshire, 1959. The White Rose Press Company was responsible for the printing of many publications

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Step back in time to 1968 and witness the bustling activity at the White Rose Press Company, located in Mexborough, South Yorkshire. This iconic printing company was known for its meticulous attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality prints. In one corner of the press room, a skilled technician carefully checks each print that comes off the press. With precision and expertise, they ensure that every detail is flawless before it reaches its intended audience. Adjacent to them stands a proofing press adorned with plates showcasing intricate designs. These plates are a testament to the artistry and creativity that flowed through the White Rose Press during this era. As we venture into the binding room, we are greeted by an artist passionately working on their latest masterpiece. Surrounded by stacks of books waiting to be bound, this talented individual brings stories to life through their craft. The sight of set type broken up after use tells a story of dedication and hard work. It symbolizes countless hours spent perfecting layouts and ensuring that every word is precisely placed on each page produced by the White Rose Press. Moving further into the facility, we encounter another artist diligently setting type at a monotype keyboard. Their fingers dance across keys as they bring words together harmoniously - a true embodiment of typographical artistry. Stepping into the book binding department reveals yet another facet of this remarkable company's capabilities. Skilled artisans meticulously assemble pages into beautifully bound books – turning loose sheets into treasured literary works. Witnessing technicians setting up a Meihle two-color flatbed printer press showcases innovation at its finest. The machinery hums with anticipation as it prepares to breathe life onto blank canvases waiting eagerly for vibrant colors to grace their surfaces. Graphic designers huddle together in creative collaboration within their workspace – immersed in brainstorming sessions aimed at crafting captivating visuals for clients' projects. Amongst them stands Michael Walters - an artist whose talent shines brightly amidst his peers.