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Welcome Pack Ideas For New Starters

Last updated 21 Jan | By Jenni Burton
First impressions count, and a thoughtful welcome pack can help new starters feel comfortable, included, and part of the team from day one. Welcome packs help...

How to Avoid Greenwashing in Branded Merchandise

Last updated 26 Nov 2025 | By Jenni Burton
Sustainability is a major priority for businesses – and naturally, branded merchandise has followed the trend. But with so many “eco”, “green” and...

6 Branded Office Product Ideas (UK) That Get Used Every Day

Last updated 30 Sep 2025 | By Jenni Burton
When it comes to branded office product ideas, the workplace is full of opportunities to keep your logo in sight. The best branded office products aren’t just...

Single Use Plastic Ban Vs Reusable Promotional Items

Last updated 20 Oct 2023 | By Jenni Burton
From 1st October 2023, the UK government issued a series of bans and restrictions on a number of single-use plastic items. Which single-use plastic items are...

Best Halloween Marketing Campaigns Utilising Branded Merchandise

Last updated 6 Oct 2023 | By Jenni Burton
Halloween is becoming increasingly popular, with many Brits investing their hard earned cash in Halloween merchandise, sweets, chocolates, themed costumes and...

Steel City Team Clothes

Last updated 6 Oct 2023 | By Jenni Burton
Team Branded Clothing: Read Next: Why are branded uniforms important? See our TikTok unboxing our clothing here. We know the importance of brand image here at...

Branded Advent Calendars

Last updated 28 Sep 2023 | By Jenni Burton
Branded Advent Calendars are a cost effective and creative way to promote your brand in the run up to Christmas. Whether you want to treat your staff or...

RPET Promotional Products

Last updated 7 Jul 2023 | By Jenni Burton
What is PET Plastic? PET stands for Polyethylene Terephthalate Plastic. It is one of the most common plastics in the world and 71.1% of soft drinks in the UK...

Steel City Wins Gold Distributor of the Year 2022-2023 Award

Last updated 21 Jun 2023 | By Jenni Burton
  We won Branded Merchandise Gold Distributor of the Year 2022-2023 award! Last week, MD James Biggin headed down to the prestigious PAGE Group industry...

Why Use Branded Merchandise?

Last updated 1 Jun 2023 | By Jenni Burton
Here at Steel City we are fully-fledged promotional products and branded merchandise geeks.  We passionately believe that adding branded gifts...

65 Amazing Promotional Products Statistics

Last updated 19 May 2023 | By Jenni Burton
Promotional merchandise is one of the oldest forms of advertising. It dates back to 1789, when George Washington created a commemorative button to...

Wellbeing Gifts For Staff

Last updated 5 Apr 2023 | By Jenni Burton
“Employees who feel their best, do their best — which is why great workplaces prioritise employee wellbeing and reap the benefits.”¹ Investing in...

Festival Merchandise

Last updated 1 Apr 2023 | By Jenni Burton
It is no secret the the UK love a festival. In fact it’s been predicted that UK sales of festivals and concerts will hit a huge £2.79 billion this year,...

5 Effective Ways Of Choosing and Sourcing Promotional Products

Last updated 22 Feb 2023 | By Jenni Burton
When sourcing promotional products its important to consider some factors beforehand to ensure you’re distributing products that will appeal to your clients....

Product Merchandising

Last updated 5 Jan 2023 | By Jenni Burton
Product merchandising is the practice of displaying, promoting, and selling your products to create a positive shopping experience for your customers. When...

Cheap Promotional Pens

Last updated 21 Dec 2022 | By James Biggin
If you need a budget-friendly marketing giveaway, then our low cost promotional pens are a great option. They can be fully branded with your company logo and...

Sheffield Business Award Winners!

Last updated 15 Dec 2022 | By Jenni Burton
We are absolutely ecstatic to have been announced as the ‘Above and Beyonder’ Best Professional Services Winners at the Sheffield Business Awards...

Metal Promotional Products

Last updated 5 Dec 2022 | By James Biggin
With the festive season now approaching this is a great time for your business to stock up on some metal promotional products to giveaway to corporate clients....

Excellence In Customer Service Award Winners!

Last updated 16 Nov 2022 | By Jenni Burton
We were all so surprised and delighted to win the award for ‘Excellence in Customer Service’ at the Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber 2022 awards....

Branded Paper Products

Last updated 9 Nov 2022 | By James Biggin
If you’re looking for good value office promotional products, then look no further than the range here at Steel City. From printed notepads to sticky...

6 Unique Ideas For Creative Promotional Products

Last updated 19 Oct 2022 | By Jenni Burton
When planning your promotional marketing campaigns, the aim is to be impactful and memorable to the recipient. Creative ideas for your promotional giveaways...

Event Merchandising – 5 Tips for Promotional Success

Last updated 8 Sep 2022 | By Jenni Burton
Events are the ideal platform to project your brand and influence across to your intended audience. There are so many ways you can promote your brand through...

Steel City’s Volunteer Day at Sheffield’s Best Kept Secret!

Last updated 16 Aug 2022 | By Jenni Burton
We had the pleasure of volunteering at one of Sheffield’s best kept secrets – Sheffield Manor Lodge.  Nestled in what was once labelled as the...

Branded Golf Balls

Last updated 4 Aug 2022 | By James Biggin
Our range of logo-printed golf balls is a great option for any company seeking to create more exposure for their brand from golf enthusiasts. Steel City...

Branded Sports Duffle Bags & Custom Gym Bags

Last updated 4 Aug 2022 | By James Biggin
Align your brand with sports and fitness, with our range of Branded Duffle Bags and Gym Bags. Customise them with your company logo and message. Steel City...

Best Promotional Items Ideas

Last updated 21 Jul 2022 | By Jenni Burton
Selecting the best promotional items to showcase your brand can be a daunting task, especially once you realise the grand-scale of merchandise available at...

40 Years BPMA Member!

Last updated 7 Jul 2022 | By Jenni Burton
Press Release: Steel City Marketing Ltd Awarded 40 Year BPMA Accredited Member Accolade Sheffield based promotional merchandise distributors Steel City, have...

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