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The 10 best T-shirt printing companies in Manchester

The right printing service depends on garment type, artwork, quantity and how quickly you need the order. Check whether small or single-item orders are accepted, then compare screen printing, DTF, DTG, vinyl and embroidery. Before approval, review artwork proofs and garment sizes, along with turnaround, deposits, delivery and returns.

What puts one above another

We start from what each business in Manchester actually does day to day, then look at how its customers describe it over the years. Those that do this work every day sit higher up.

Businesses cannot pay to join this list. Some that are already in it buy a more complete profile or a featured spot, which is always marked.

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Compare 10 T-shirt printing companies in Manchester

Print Manchester#1
What sets it apart
  • No minimum on most printed garments

  • DTG, DTF, screen print and embroidery

  • Free collection from Manchester

Print Manchester

4.9736 reviews
3rd Floor, Print Manchester, 52 Church Street Afflecks, Manchester M4 1PW, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Individuals, clubs, teams and businesses ordering branded clothing

Printed and embroidered clothing, workwear, bags, caps and promotional items are available from Print Manchester. The shop handles one-off garments as well as larger runs, with no minimum order on most printed clothing and free collection from its Manchester unit.

Customers can choose DTG or DTF for small runs and multi-colour designs, screen printing for larger quantities, or embroidery for logos on workwear and polos. The shop also offers laser engraving and print-only jobs. Most printed garments are ready in 3–5 working days from artwork approval, while collection is free and UK-wide tracked delivery is available. No minimum on most printed garments makes it suitable for individuals, clubs and businesses.

Tshirtprinting, Manchester#2
What sets it apart
  • Printing and embroidery across varied garments

  • Logo embroidery accepts all file formats

Tshirtprinting

5.088 reviews
Unit 2, Tshirtprinting, Danefield Rd, Sale M33 7GE, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Teams, start-ups and businesses needing branded clothing

Personalised clothing includes T-shirts, polo shirts and hoodies through Tshirtprinting, alongside fleeces and headwear. The Sale-based business serves start-ups, larger companies and teams needing printed or embroidered workwear, uniforms or branded merchandise.

Customers can supply their own garments for embroidery, while logo files in all formats are accepted for embroidery and high-resolution transparent artwork is required for print. Orders are placed online, with delivery aimed within seven days once artwork is approved. Customised items cannot normally be returned unless faulty or incorrect, so sizes and artwork need checking before approval.

Workwear - at theworkwear Workwear bundles - Personalised & Embroidered workwear deals, Manchester#3
What sets it apart
  • In-house embroidery and print

  • No minimum order

  • Item-by-item bundle sizing

Workwear - at theworkwear Workwear bundles - Personalised & Embroidered workwear deals

4.8116 reviews

Open 24 hours

Unit 3, Workwear - at theworkwear Workwear bundles - Personalised & Embroidered workwear deals, 116 Bury New Rd, Manchester M8 8EB, United Kingdom
Recommended for
UK businesses ordering branded uniforms for teams or individuals

Embroidered and printed workwear, branded clothing and promotional products are supplied by The Workwear to businesses across the UK. Its range covers workwear and safety clothing, hospitality and sports clothing, with team bundles available in fixed pack sizes.

Every item in a bundle carries the customer’s logo, while sizes and colours can be selected item by item in the bundle builder. Embroidery and print are completed in-house, with a free digital mock-up sent before production. The business accepts one pack or several, has no minimum order and offers free setup. Customised bundles usually dispatch within 10 working days of artwork approval.

4imprint, Manchester#4
What sets it apart
  • Free artwork preparation

  • Free product samples

  • Free e-proof before production

4imprint

4.8110 reviews
5 Ball Grn, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M32 0QT, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Businesses ordering branded merchandise for events or campaigns

4imprint supplies branded promotional products, printed items and corporate gifts, with options for logos and messages across its product range. Businesses can choose items such as pens, bottles and notebooks, then submit artwork for preparation before production.

Its art team works with files ranging from ready-to-use designs to rough starting points and sends a free e-proof before production. Free product samples are available for checking size and finish. The company also offers a price guarantee and keeps artwork on file to simplify reordering or using the same design on other products.

T Shirt Xpress Ltd, Manchester#5
What sets it apart
  • Four garment print methods

  • No vinyl setup cost

  • Express turnaround available

T Shirt Xpress Ltd

4.947 reviews
111 Piccadilly, Manchester M1 2HY, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Custom garments for teams, events and small organisations

Custom T-shirts, hoodies, polos, bags and sportswear are printed at T Shirt Xpress Ltd in Manchester. Customers can send artwork by email or WhatsApp with the quantity, garment colour, size and print position, allowing the team to recommend a method and provide a quote.

The shop works with vinyl, DTF and screen printing. Vinyl suits text, names and numbering, while DTF supports full-colour artwork, gradients and photographs across a wide range of fabrics. Orders up to 25 items normally take 3-4 working days, depending on the print method.

Crooked Cartoon: Screen Printing, Manchester#6
What sets it apart
  • Paper and flatstock printing

  • Water-based commercial inks

  • Tailored project quotations

Crooked Cartoon: Screen Printing

4.941 reviews
Hope Mill, 113 Pollard St, Manchester M4 7JA, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Bands, artists and organisations needing custom print

Crooked Cartoon: Screen Printing produces screen-printed artwork, posters and other flatstock work, as well as t-shirts and clothing. The independent studio discusses each project before quoting, taking account of the artwork, number of colours and print size. Paper, board and flatstock printing suits artists, bands and organisations needing printed work beyond standard clothing.

Garment orders can use apparel brands including Gildan, Stanley/Stella and ASColour. The studio works with water-based commercial-grade inks and can advise on paper and garment options. It is a one-person studio based at Hope Mill in Manchester, offering a direct route from design discussion to finished print.

Print Shop Manchester#7
What sets it apart
  • Standard, powderless, blockout and UV DTF

  • Free sample pack for testing transfer types

Print Shop Manchester

4.936 reviews
Unit 8.4, Print Shop Manchester, Tameside Business Park, Windmill Ln, Denton, Manchester M34 3QS, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Apparel makers and businesses ordering custom transfers

Print Shop Manchester produces direct-to-film transfers for custom clothing and promotional items, with standard, powderless and UV options. Customers can order sheets from A2 to A5, larger gang sheets up to one metre, or upload their own print-ready artwork for production.

Standard DTF suits most garment printing, while blockout transfers help prevent underlying colours showing through on sublimated polyester. UV DTF is intended for non-porous hard surfaces and creates a raised finish. The shop offers a free sample pack covering its main transfer types, allowing makers and businesses to test the materials before placing a larger order.

Garment Printing Ltd, Manchester#8
What sets it apart
  • Single-item digital printing

  • Printing and embroidery under one roof

  • Artwork proof before production

Garment Printing Ltd

4.741 reviews
Unit 2, Garment Printing Ltd, Danefield Rd, Sale M33 7GE, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Schools, clubs and businesses ordering branded clothing

Garment Printing Ltd produces printed and embroidered clothing for schools, clubs, businesses, events and promotional campaigns. Its range includes T-shirts, hoodies and workwear, with digital transfer, vinyl lettering and embroidery completed under one roof.

Digital transfer printing suits detailed, multi-colour designs and orders from a single item, while vinyl works well for names, numbers and high-visibility workwear. Embroidery provides a hard-wearing finish and the company can also print mugs. Every order receives an artwork proof before production, and typical completion is within 7-10 days, with an express service available for urgent work. Single-item digital printing is useful for small runs and individual garments.

TPM | Screen printing, Embroidery & T-shirt Printing, Manchester#9
What sets it apart
  • Screen printing and embroidery

  • Cut-and-sew factory

  • Rush turnaround available

TPM | Screen printing, Embroidery & T-shirt Printing

4.632 reviews

Open 24 hours

Lincoln Sq, Brazennose St, Manchester M2 5AD, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Businesses, teams and event organisers ordering branded clothing

Printed and embroidered clothing is produced by TPM | Screen printing, Embroidery & T-shirt Printing for businesses, teams, schools and events. Orders can include T-shirts, hoodies and uniforms, with caps and other branded apparel also available.

Screen printing, DTF and embroidery provide different ways to apply a design, depending on quantity, colours, detail and garment type. TPM can source garments, help with simple artwork changes and operates a cut-and-sew factory for made-to-order clothing. Standard processing is seven working days, with rush orders sometimes possible in under 24 hours.

Clothes2order, Manchester#10
What sets it apart
  • No minimum order for customisation

  • Dedicated business ordering portals

  • Print and embroidery services

Clothes2order

4.3726 reviews
5 Wheel Forge Way, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 1EH, United Kingdom
Recommended for
Businesses ordering branded workwear or team clothing

Printed, embroidered and personalised clothing is supplied by Clothes2order for businesses, teams, charities and groups. The range includes T-shirts, polos, hoodies and workwear, with print and embroidery available across the catalogue.

Businesses can use dedicated ordering portals, named account managers and managed uniform programmes for teams of 50 to more than 5,000 people. Smaller orders are also accepted, with no minimum order for print and embroidery. Next-day delivery is available for selected products ordered before noon on Monday to Friday, and previous customisations can be repeated through an online account.

The comparison in brief

#BusinessRatingReviewsRecommended for
#1Print Manchester 4.9736Individuals, clubs, teams and businesses ordering branded clothing
#2Tshirtprinting 5.088Teams, start-ups and businesses needing branded clothing
#3Workwear - at theworkwear Workwear bundles - Personalised & Embroidered workwear deals 4.8116UK businesses ordering branded uniforms for teams or individuals
#44imprint 4.8110Businesses ordering branded merchandise for events or campaigns
#5T Shirt Xpress Ltd 4.947Custom garments for teams, events and small organisations
#6Crooked Cartoon: Screen Printing 4.941Bands, artists and organisations needing custom print
#7Print Shop Manchester 4.936Apparel makers and businesses ordering custom transfers
#8Garment Printing Ltd 4.741Schools, clubs and businesses ordering branded clothing
#9TPM | Screen printing, Embroidery & T-shirt Printing 4.632Businesses, teams and event organisers ordering branded clothing
#10Clothes2order 4.3726Businesses ordering branded workwear or team clothing

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What Mancunians ask before booking

How quickly can T-shirts be printed in Manchester?

Turnaround varies by method and order size. Some printed garments are usually ready in 3 to 5 working days after artwork approval, while smaller orders may take 3 to 4 working days. Other services quote 7 to 10 working days, with rush options sometimes available.

Can I order one custom T-shirt in Manchester?

Yes, some providers accept single garments or have no minimum order for print and embroidery. Digital printing can suit one-off or small orders, while screen printing is often used for larger quantities. Ask about garment choice, setup charges and the artwork format required.

What is the difference between DTF, screen printing and embroidery?

DTF suits detailed, full-colour designs and many fabrics, while screen printing is offered for larger quantities and can work well with fewer colours. Embroidery provides a hard-wearing finish for logos, polos and workwear. The recommended method depends on artwork, quantity and garment.