Your Creative Brand and Marketing Company

Building Brands since 1976

Branding / Web / Digital Marketing / Print / Workwear & Merchandise / External Signage / Safety Signage / Branded & Office Interiors / Exhibitions & Events

Helping Businesses Stand Out

We’re a Forfar-based branding and marketing company with over 50 years of helping businesses grow. From logos and print to full rebrands and websites, we keep things simple, creative, and focused on what makes a real difference for your business.

Our Services

Branding & Visual Identity

Our team creates visual identities including logos, colour palettes, brand guidelines, and marketing materials that make a lasting impression across digital, print, and physical environments. From initial concept to production, we develop design systems that enhance brand recognition, reinforce credibility, and create meaningful connections with your audience, giving your business a solid foundation built to last.

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Ramsay Ladders Case study >

Web Design & Digital Marketing

We design clean, mobile-friendly websites built to generate enquiries, not just look good. Through discovery and competitor analysis, we create custom, responsive designs with conversion-focused content that prioritises speed, accuracy, and accessibility. We also stick around after launch, helping with SEO, email campaigns, and social media whenever you need us.

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Trade Solutions Case study >

Print & Packaging

With over five decades of expertise, the Astute Group provides end-to-end print and packaging solutions. Our in-house team handles everything from design to manufacturing, offering both simple and bespoke options that ensure your brand stands out while maintaining the highest standards of quality. 

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Maison Dieu Case study >

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Branded Merchandise

Branded merchandise keeps your business in front of people long after the meeting or event is over. We always source quality products, brand them to your specifications, and keep the process simple. Browse our online shop and tell us what you need. 

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What our clients think

Astute Group have been absolutely outstanding in all the work they’ve done for us, from printing jobs to signage and beyond. Their team is incredibly responsive, friendly, and always willing to go the extra mile. Not only do they deliver high-quality results, but they also provide expert advice to ensure we get the best possible outcome every time. We highly recommend them!

Steven Cumming
General Manager, Glamis Castle

Astute has been a valued supplier to Global Underwater Hub for almost a decade, consistently delivering high quality with exceptional reliability. The Astute team is always friendly and responsive, and we know we can trust them to go the extra mile when we need it!

Dan Fearon
Digital Editor, Global Underwater Hub

Over the last 12 months I have had the pleasure of dealing with The Astute Group and found the whole process seamless from start to finish. From the level of dedication, personal care, attention to detail, standard of product and the speed of delivery I can have nothing but praise and they certainly went above and beyond to ensure that the customer journey was a happy one. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to any business and I’m sure anyone who engages will have the same experience. A highly personal touch with a highly professional service.

Craig Ireland
Operations Director, Clancy

Oh my goodness, I am so emotional, I didn’t realise how much it would get me! Thank you so much for all your work, Babajide. You really have listened to me and Finding Flora’s values and managed to get it all into the website.

I can’t believe it—I have so many happy tears right now. Honestly, what a great support you have been right from the start and for putting up with all my changes and silly questions. 

Harriet, Finding Flora

“The Astute Group have given us a fast and efficient branding service. They consistently help with company-branded items which have been very well-received in both design and quality.

If I see something online that I think would work for our company, Paula and her team source it , design it and send costs to me by the next day – if not the same day I ask. Wonderful team and wonderful service!”

Gillian Murray, Marketing Manager, Scotframe

Rooms Division Manager, The Ro Hotel

“I am so glad that I came across Astute Group as a chosen supplier for our hotel. They have been exceptional through the years, and I wouldn’t imagine working with anyone else!

Thank you, Astute, for being you!

“We never see Astute as a supplier, but as friends of the business. As the MD of Graham Pest Control it gives me great peace of mind that this side of our business is in good hands allowing me to concentrate on the key aspects of my own business.”

Ross Graham, Managing Director, Graham Hygiene Services

“We have worked with Astute on many projects over the years. Astute have always been professional, attentive and have provided a quick service.

Their advice and knowledge of the printing business is second to none and if they see a problem with files they are quick to contact us to colour correct, adjust and move the project forward. It has been a huge advantage to our business to work with the Team at Astute and long may it continue.”

Gillian Howie, Owner, Squadron Print

“We are delighted to work with The Astute Group and will continue to use them for our official branded print, and promotional gifts.

Our official merchandise partner who we know we can rely on to deliver projects consistently and under tight deadlines. We like to know that we can pop in to their Head Office in Angus to discuss events, projects etc as and when required. “

Paul Reid, CEO, Arbroath Football Club

“Astute have been a long-standing partner to Journeycall delivering large and small projects across almost 6 years and we have never been let down, whether it is a printing project or business supplies Astute deliver on time, every time.”

Laura Rhoney, Business Manager, Journey Call

The team at Astute have been fantastic at helping me refresh my logo. They listened carefully to the personal background around my business and logo and were sensitive to this while making changes that added more impact and dimension. They helped me create a more meaningful tag line that reflects what I am trying to achieve with my business. Thank you for the amazing customer service. You are always welcomed with a smile at Astute.

Fiona Marshall, Director Klarean Limited

So pleased with my new logo Astute have designed for me. It’s fresh, clean, bright and exactly what I was looking for. The process was seamless from start to finish…the whole team were friendly, very responsive and professional. A special thank you to Julia for her patience! This company is called ‘astute’ for a reason

Fiona Hughes, Owner, Fiona Hughes Pottery 

Case Studies

We build brands and create tailored branding and marketing solutions for local businesses that deliver quality, value, and measurable growth.

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Speak to one of our team on
01307 464467 or hello@theastutegroup.net

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