Digitization Services and Pricing
Transparent pricing for professional archival digitization tailored to different material types and preservation requirements.
Standard Document Scanning
High-resolution digitization for paper documents, letters, administrative records, and unbound archival materials. Suitable for general collections where materials are in stable condition and do not require specialized handling.
Includes basic file naming, TIFF and PDF output formats, and quality control verification.
£0.47 per page
Bound Volume Digitization
Specialized scanning for books, ledgers, journals, and bound manuscripts using overhead scanning systems that minimize physical stress on bindings. Appropriate for volumes that cannot be disbound.
Includes page-by-page capture, cropping, deskewing, and multi-page PDF compilation.
£127.50 per volume
Photographic Collection Processing
Careful digitization of historical photographs, glass plates, negatives, transparencies, and slides. Includes color correction, dust removal, and archival-grade file creation suitable for exhibition and research use.
Output includes both archival master files and access derivatives.
£2.85 per photograph
Large Format Materials
Digitization of maps, architectural drawings, engineering plans, posters, and oversized documents using specialized wide-format scanning equipment capable of capturing materials up to A0 size.
Includes high-resolution capture preserving fine details such as annotations and markings.
£18.75 per sheet
Fragile Document Handling
Expert digitization of deteriorated, damaged, or extremely fragile materials requiring conservation-level care. Includes specialized handling protocols, customized support systems, and extended processing time.
Recommended for materials with tears, brittleness, or other condition issues that preclude standard scanning methods.
£6.25 per document
Metadata Creation and Cataloguing
Comprehensive descriptive metadata development, catalogue integration, and searchable database creation for digitized collections. Includes research of contextual information, standardized metadata formatting, and integration with existing cataloguing systems.
Charged on an hourly basis depending on collection complexity and cataloguing depth required.
£42.50 per hour
Project Assessment and Quotations
Pricing is based on material type, collection size, and specific requirements. Large-scale projects may qualify for volume discounts.
We recommend scheduling a consultation to review your collection and receive a detailed project quotation tailored to your specific needs.
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Provide details about your digitization project to receive a comprehensive assessment.