About Abacus

SUPPLYING ART & DESIGN DEPARTMENTS ACROSS THE UK

Welcome One of the UK’s leading creative materials distributors - we are a family run business with over 40 years experience and an energetic, friendly and knowledgable team. You can rely on us to help find the right solution for you and deliver the best products on time and at the best price.

Reasons to love Abacus...

Competitive prices Friendly, efficient and helpful staff Free delivery on orders over £100

Brands we stock:

Rapid turnaround of orders Easy online ordering

We continually look at ways to improve our service and look forward to working with you.

plus many more...

You’ll have heard about it... Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility, Environmental Commitment; we know it is important that we do, not just our bit, but SO MUCH MORE which is why we have been working on policies and processes that contribute towards a greener supply chain where ever possible: Recyclable Packaging Take our Renpak Green Line packing paper, 100% biodegradable and recyclable!

Solar Energy Supply Did you know energy can still be collected on cloudy days? Which bodes well for us as it’s not always sunny in Carnforth. The energy helps power our HQ! Local Suppliers From James Cropper Papermaker to Derwent Pencils; both sit on our doorstep, creating fantastic quality products with a conscience.

Positive Working Environment Our team are what makes us so special. We strive to maintain a supportive, social environment through training and development.

Green Delivery Partner DPD are our chosen delivery partner who’s aim is to be the greenest delivery company on the planet!

Charitable Support Lancashire Mind is a local, independent mental health charity fuelled by a passionate belief that enabling people to achieve mental wellbeing will reduce the number of people who go on to develop a mental health condition and, for those who do to have a better chance of remaining well.

Carbon Offsetting We support UK woodland creation and peatland restoration projects as well as various international offsetting projects through our trusted partners Forest Carbon.

Recycling Partner We use local comapny Think Recycling for all our cardboard recycling needs. With over 30 years of experience in the local waste & recycling industry, they have established an extensive network of outlets for all types of recovered material.

“Really impressed

by Abacus, you are efficient, very competitive, and a pleasure to work with.”

“Thank you so much the art packs are fantastic like usual”

How to order:

“We would like to thank you for all your help & efficiency in supplying art materials for our students & staff through the year.

You are supplying a great service”

View the full range and order online at abacusresources.co.uk or to order or request a catalogue, send us an email info@abacusresources.co.uk or speak to a member of our friendly team on 01524 730240