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Max Spielmann

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UK photo services company offering in-store and online photo printing, personalised gifts and film processing.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Overview

Max Spielmann is a UK photo services company that is part of the Timpson Group family. It operates 400+ shops across the UK high street and in Tesco and Asda supermarkets, offering photo printing, personalised gifts, film processing and related in-store services. The brand was founded in 1951 by Bill Graham and his business partner David Reed, and took the name 'Max Spielmann' in 1970.

History

Max Spielmann was founded in 1951 by Bill Graham and his business partner David Reed. In 1970, the company took the name 'Max Spielmann'. In 2001, its 160 shops were sold to the Bowie Castlebank Group. In 2008, it was saved by the Timpson Group and now has shops in 400+ locations. The company states it has been printing photos for over 70 years.

Products and positioning

Quality photo printing and personalised gifts with fast in-store service and a wide UK store network.

  • Photo prints

    High-quality prints starting from 9p.

  • Personalised photo gifts

    Mugs, cushions, and bestselling gifts ready in 1 hour with Click & Collect.

  • Film processing

    Develop disposable cameras, 35mm film and other camera film in-store or by post.

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