About Us
Cranden Press was founded in 1950, specialising in business and wedding stationery and Christmas cards.
The firm passed into the ownership of the Bretherton family in 1979 where it has remained ever since.
MD and head of the family John Bretherton semi-retired in 2011.
His daughter Catherine, with over 20 years experience in the business, took the reigns and has overseen the successful expansion of the company.
As a long established, family run firm Cranden Press understand the traditional values of value for money, commitment and quality and have a real dedication to their craft.
Catherine Bretherton
Director
I was born in Preston and grew up in Wilpshire, Blackburn where I attended Holy Souls School and St Augustines RC High School in Billington.
At Cranden, I look after the relationships with our customers and manage their projects to ensure the best quality. I can also turn my hand to foiling, embossing, cutting &creasing and the guillotine!
When I took on the challenge of running the business and succeeded, it was a wonderful feeling. I love the “buzz” when the presses are running flat out. I think ink is in our blood!
At the end of the day it is all about the customer. There is nothing like a satisfied customer, one who comes back year after year because of the reliable, professional service - oh and the smiles!
When I am not working and have some “time out” (not very often!) I like walking, cooking, eating and drinking (not necessarily in that order!) I have a 14 year old son and love spending time with him and being involved in his activities.
Katie Bretherton
Photographer
I grew up in the lovely surroundings of Wilpshire and Mellor, Lancashire, alongside my creative family and other animals.
I schooled at St Augustine’s R.C High School in Billington and went on to explore what life had to offer. I travelled and worked abroad and discovered my love for nursing. I went to the University of Surrey and became a Registered Children's Nurse. I travelled to Kenya armed with my faith, a new DSLR camera and a mission to serve the children and families of the Nairobi slums. It was a life changing experience and I haven't stopped capturing moments since.
I worked in St. Marys Hospital, London for a year before moving to Austria to raise my son. Through many wonderful mountain adventures with my camera and extra-ordinary meetings, I began my photography business. I am now based back in the UK and I am blessed to work alongside such a heart driven family business like Cranden Press.
I am now settled back into Lancashire life with my son, being part of Cranden, making new adventures and carrying on capturing the moments in-between.