Great service by great people
From expert shoe repairs to personalised gifts, Timpson Group is famous for doing things a little differently. OUR CULTURE
A family business run on the values of trust & kindness
We put people and kindness at the heart of everything we do.
From repairing your shoes to printing your photos, all our businesses remain focused on providing “that famous Timpson service” you’ve heard so much about.
Our family-run business has been on the high street since 1865 – and nobody does things quite like us.
Our Story
From 1865 to today, learn about our story, culture and how we make the magic happen.
Our Benefits
Learn how we treat colleagues to amazing bonuses, holidays, prizes and make their dreams come true!
Our Colleagues
Meet our superstar colleagues, join our team, and find out how we always put people first.
A family business where people come first
We’ve been a family-run business for 6 generations!
William Timpson
Director
1864—1928
William Timpson
Director
1902—1960
Anthony Timpson
Director
1936—1973
John Timpson
Director
1969—
James Timpson
Director
1999—2024
Roisin Timpson
Joined 2020
Bede Timpson
Joined 2023
Patrick Timpson
Joined 2023
Our simple approach to business involves picking colleagues with personality and trusting them with the freedom to do their job, their way. We call it ‘Upside Down Management’.
Businesses built on great people, trust, kindness, and fantastic service
Become the next Timpson Group superstar
We’re all about people, people, people. We recruit solely on great personalities, and foster an inclusive, inspiring culture built on trust and kindness.