Bookbinders of Lewes
Bookbinders of Lewes – hand bookbinding workshop

Hand bookbinding in Lewes since 1992

Bespoke bindings, repairs, restoration & classes

Call 01273 486718

About us


Bookbinders of Lewes was established in 1992 as a small hand bindery in the heart of Lewes, East Sussex. For over three decades we have offered bespoke bookbinding services — from thesis and document bindings to fine leather work, repairs, and restoration. We also run bookbinding classes in a range of techniques, welcoming everyone from curious beginners to practised craftspeople.

Inside the Bookbinders of Lewes workshop

Our services


Thesis and document binding

Theses & Documents

Professional thesis and document bindings — presented to the standard your work deserves.

Book repairs and restoration

Repairs & Restoration

Careful, respectful restoration of cherished books — giving them another century of life.

Fine leather and presentation bindings

Fine Leather & Presentation Bindings

Portfolios, albums, presentation books, boxes and folders — crafted to last.

Bookbinding classes and tuition

Bookbinding Classes

We offer bookbinding classes in a range of techniques — hands-on, informative, and thoroughly enjoyable.

What our customers say


"Just did the first aid for books course. Very informative and hands on. Loved it. Thanks Rachel for the day."
★★★★★ Chris Trickey
"Really lovely people, and a really lovely service. Rescued my book carefully and respectfully, and it will now live for another century or two."
★★★★★ Dan Johnson
"Super kind and efficient staff. My book came out perfectly bound. Absolutely recommended."
★★★★★ Fabrizio Miano
"Excellent, Rachel and Gill are skilled bookbinders who offer a friendly service."
★★★★★ Matthew Harold
"They do a good job and do it quickly."
★★★★ David Summerill

Find us


Phone: 01273 486718

Location: Lewes, East Sussex

Find us

Lewes, East Sussex