Outdoor signage solutions for local businesses and organisations
Use the filters and categories on this page to find the right starting point. If you’re not sure what type of sign is best for your location, we’ll help you compare options such as materials, fixings, readability, and longevity outdoors—so you can choose confidently. Popular options include:
Areas we serve
(typically a 40-minute radius from Axminster)
Most signage enquiries come from businesses in and around:
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Axminster
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Seaton
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Lyme Regis
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Honiton
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Chard
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Ilminster
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Crewkerne
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Bridport
…and surrounding villages across East Devon / West Dorset / South Somerset.
Support & Advice
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer a free consultation?
Yes — if you can share what you need (site photos help), we’ll recommend suitable options and next steps.
Can you design the sign artwork as well?
Yes. If you already have branding, we can work from your files; if not, we can help create sign-ready artwork.
Do you install outdoor signs?
Installation support is available—especially for projects within practical reach of Axminster. Share your location and sign type and we’ll advise the best approach.
What information do you need to quote?
Sign type(s), approximate size, where it’s going, whether it’s replacing an existing sign, and any deadlines. Photos and a postcode help.
I’m not sure what sign I need — can you advise?
Absolutely. We’ll talk through visibility, budget, and what you want the sign to achieve, then recommend options you can compare.
What lead times should I expect?
It depends on complexity and installation scheduling. If you have a deadline, tell us early—we’ll advise the most realistic route.
External signage that's made to fit - and made to last
Outdoor signs have to do more than look good: they need to handle weather, stay readable at distance, and suit the building or landscape they’re mounted to. We’ll guide you on the practical details that make a difference, such as:
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visibility and positioning (including sight lines and access)
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appropriate materials and finishes for the setting
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safe, secure fixing methods
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lighting and power considerations for illuminated signs
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Local survey and installation
If you’re local to Axminster and the wider South West, we can discuss site visits, measuring, and installation support as part of your signage project. For straightforward jobs, we can also supply signage for trade or DIY fitting, with the right fixings and clear guidance.
If you’re arranging your own installer, we’re happy to advise on what to check before fitting - so the finished sign looks right and performs well.
Successful Signage
IDENTIFY YOUR NEED. Are you looking for a completely new signage installation, or just a refresh or re-brand of your existing signage? Reach out and we can start the consultation process with you to gather information. We can also offer site visitations to talk in person.
BE INNOVATIVE. We have access to traditional signage media that lasts, as well as revolutionary new products for signage applications, keeping our finger on the pulse We will work closely with you to make sure your signage project is completed on time and to budget.
EXCELLENCE. Work alongside our talented in-house Estimators, Graphics Designers, Production Team and Installers who take pride in producing nothing but the best and will remain dedicated to achieving your signage goals.
Why businesses choose Creative Solutions for external signage
Local expertise, commercial standards
An experienced team used to real-world site constraints and deadlines.
Design support when you need it
From polishing existing artwork to producing sign-ready layouts.
End-to-end accountability
Clear advice, careful production, and practical installation planning.
Don't want the hassle of installation? Let us do the hard work for you
Our expert team has over 25 years of experience fitting signage in a range of settings, and for an even bigger variety of businesses and organisations. Printed, cut, and prepared by our dual production and installation team, we have the best knowledge when it comes to professional and long-lasting quality installations with the materials we help create and work with every day.
Doing a DIY installation?
Your signage will arrive securely packaged with any application tape, fittings and fixtures included. We highly recommend having the installation overseen by an experienced signage fitter with the correct tools and equipment for a smooth installation.
If you need help at any point before or during installation, do not hesitate to give us a call and we can give advice to help you complete the project.
Need help installing your new external signage?
Not a problem! We offer site visits to your business or place of work, can take measurements and talk with you about your design ideas. We offer an encompassing service, from preparing the space for installation ahead of time, and have access to all the tools and equipment in the trade to reach anywhere.
Just let us know if you need this service, and we can factor it in.
Need a Quote or have a Question?
Case Studies
Explore our library of signage projects, covering all business sectors, settings and requirements. Full of imagery, client briefs and mock-up artwork proofs, use these as inspiration to fuel your next external signage project.
Vehicle Graphics and Branded Signage for West Dorset Leisure Holidays
30 January 2026
West Dorset Leisure Holidays required a consistent, professional brand presence across key touchpoints: branded vehicles for day-to-day visibility, clear leisure club signage for members and guests, and premium-feel interior graphics.
Exterior & Interior Signage Refresh For Rise Bakery
30 January 2026
Rise Bakery needed signage that worked harder at two key moments: first, out on the roadside where customers decide whether to stop, and then inside the space where speed, clarity, and a strong brand feel all matter.
Bespoke Wooden Wayfinding Signage & Colour-Matched Vehicle Wrap for Louma Country Hotel (Dorset)
18 December 2025
Bespoke wooden wayfinding and reception signage, plus a colour-matched vehicle wrap for Louma Country Hotel—designed, made and installed by Creative Solutions.
Inspiration & Advice
Product Spotlight & Advice | A Guide To Folded Tray Signs
Folded sign trays are a really versatile and cost-effective way of creating 3D signage that offers a stylish alternative to a flat panel or board sign, but what options are there, what are they made of, and how much do they cost?
Stand-Off Lettering & Logo | Lyme Regis Boat Building
Looking for a highly visible signage installation for the beach-facing side of the building, Lyme Regis Boat Building Academy opted for this larger than life stand-off acrylic lettering and logo creation, mounted directly to the exterior of the building.
Large Vinyl Logo and External Signage | Mercedes Benz
An iconic brand and car dealership in Dorset, Mercedes Benz are renowned for excellence and first-class service. Needing signage to match, we were happy to assist with these large installations on the front of their building.
Let's talk about your signage
Our experts are on hand for advice, technical queries and estimates.
Creative Solutions, Unit 8C, Weycroft Avenue, Millwey Rise Industrial Estate, Axminster, EX13 5HU
Phone: 01297 630130 | Email: sales@creativesolutions.co.uk
Hours: Mon–Fri, 8.30am–5.00pm
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