The Astute Group

The Astute Group Bringing brands to life since 1976.
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We were proud to support Arbroath Football Club - Official Annual Golf Day, one of their favourite sold-out events of th...
13/08/2025

We were proud to support Arbroath Football Club - Official Annual Golf Day, one of their favourite sold-out events of the year.

As a hole sponsor, it was fantastic to be part of a day that brought people together, out on the beautiful Arbroath Link Course, 18 holes of great golf and even greater company.

Wishing all connected to the football club, very best wishes for this coming season of championship football.

Barry Sellars

We’re proud to be supporting CHAS Charity Bookstore 'n' More as one of their newest advertising board sponsors.As part o...
01/08/2025

We’re proud to be supporting CHAS Charity Bookstore 'n' More as one of their newest advertising board sponsors.

As part of our commitment to giving back, we’re sponsoring the Challenge Cup for their upcoming Golf Day with The Klub Health and Fitness, and we’ve also donated a branded pull-up banner to help them spread the word far and wide.

It’s a small gesture, but one we hope makes a big impact.

At The Astute Group, we believe in and we’re always happy to back great causes in our community.

Thanks to the CHAS Bookstore team for all the amazing work you do! Barry Sellars

You can always onboard new customers, but building a real relationship with your customers, that’s the hard part. It tak...
29/07/2025

You can always onboard new customers, but building a real relationship with your customers, that’s the hard part. It takes time, trust, and consistency.

As a business, we’ve mastered the art of long-term relationships. Some of our clients have been with us for over 30 years.

That kind of loyalty doesn’t happen by accident. It comes from showing up, doing the work, listening, and always putting people first.

That’s what relationship marketing is all about. It’s not just a strategy, it’s a mindset. We don’t see our customers as transactions. We see them as people, with evolving needs, goals, and stories.

When you put the relationship first, everything else follows, repeat business, referrals, trust, growth. Paula Muir , Jide Olowookere

24/07/2025

That's just what we do. We bring your brand to life!

Brand It. Hold It.It’s the little things that are thoughtful and intentional that leave a lasting impression.We supply a...
22/07/2025

Brand It. Hold It.

It’s the little things that are thoughtful and intentional that leave a lasting impression.

We supply and brand custom keyholders that feel good in the hand and quietly carry your brand wherever they go. Perfect for giveaways, teams, or just making everyday essentials a little more you.

Make your brand part of their everyday.
Let's talk: T: 01307 464467 | W: www.theastutegroup.net

Look who popped in for a wee visit today, Luna, our new four-legged brand advisor (with her trusty human, Willie).She di...
18/07/2025

Look who popped in for a wee visit today, Luna, our new four-legged brand advisor (with her trusty human, Willie).

She didn’t say much, but she did run around and wag her tail at all the right ideas.

If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” – Vincent van Gogh14 months ago, David Mitchell came to us w...
10/07/2025

If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” – Vincent van Gogh

14 months ago, David Mitchell came to us with a beautiful idea: design and print his book, 30 years in the making. His hand-drawn fungi illustrations had been decades in development.

A Brush with Fungi went through 100+ revisions and test prints to get the colours just right. Rob, our studio manager, worked tirelessly, balancing daily work and running the digital press.

David was hands-on, checking every detail to match his original artwork. Rob and Andy helped guide the project from concept to binding.

440 pages. 1,500 copies. Each book weighs about 2 kg. Like fungi, it’s one of a kind, celebrating their vital role in life on Earth.

We’re proud of this project. Join David on Sat, 12 July 2025, at Kirriemuir Community Arts Centre, 12–3 pm, for the launch.

Oor Kirrie (Auld n New) David Mitchell

09/07/2025

Exciting days ahead this week! After 14 months of working with the brilliant and much-loved local artist David Mitchell, his life’s work of watercolour-painted mushrooms is finally about to be delivered. With over 400 pages of stunning watercolours, this truly is a work of art.

At The Astute Group, we don’t just design, we help bring creative visions to life. From concept to print, we are with you every step of the way. Got a story to tell or a masterpiece to publish? Let’s make it happen.

Let’s talk. T: 01307 464467 | W: https://theastutegroup.net

Brand it. Wear it.Workwear doesn’t have to be dull.We supply and brand custom workwear that your team wants to wear, sma...
07/07/2025

Brand it. Wear it.

Workwear doesn’t have to be dull.

We supply and brand custom workwear that your team wants to wear, smart, practical, and bang on brand.

Whether it’s on site, in store or out on the road, your people are your brand. Let’s make sure they look the part.

1. Durable
2. Quality embroidery & print
3. Quick turnaround

Ready to upgrade your team’s kit?

Let’s talk. T: 01307 464467 | E: sales@theastutegroup.net

https://astute.prod-cat.com/product-category/clothing/

Our co-owner recently traded the desk for the great outdoors, and he’s loved every step of it (he hasn’t stopped talkin...
30/06/2025

Our co-owner recently traded the desk for the great outdoors, and he’s loved every step of it (he hasn’t stopped talking about the views!).

First up, he had the privilege of running The Hairy Haggis Team Relay at the with an incredible team. The energy, the crowds, the atmosphere… unbeatable.

Recently, he went up, all the way up! Barry hiked and conquered Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK. Tough on the legs, great for the soul. The kind of views that remind you how small we are, and how big life can feel when you step out of your comfort zone.

Feeling grateful, energised, and a bit sore (in the best way).

Here’s to more adventures, on and off the mountain.

We’ve just launched the brand-new website for Sutton Roofing & Cladding, and it’s one we’re genuinely proud of.The Sutto...
25/06/2025

We’ve just launched the brand-new website for Sutton Roofing & Cladding, and it’s one we’re genuinely proud of.

The Sutton team have been doing the hard work, on rooftops, in cladding, on commercial and domestic sites, for over 30 years. They’ve built a business on trust, and quality. Their online presence didn’t reflect any of that. The website was dated, hard to navigate, and didn’t give potential clients a clear picture of who they are or what they do.

So, our team got to work.
1. We gave them a clean, mobile-first design that works beautifully across all devices
2. We wrote new content, simple, confident, and in their voice
3. We made it easy for people to understand their services and get in touch quickly
4. We built it to support the growth they’re seeing, and the clients they want to attract

Now Sutton Roofing & Cladding has a website that matches the standard of their work: sharp, solid, and dependable. http://suttonroofingandcladding.co.uk

We build websites that are easy to manage, simple to update, and free from clunky backends or red tape. No need to wait two weeks to fix a typo or update an image. No complicated platforms. No unnecessary rebuilds. Just smart, thoughtful design that solves your pain point.

If your current site feels like a headache, or doesn't reflect your business, get in touch. https://theastutegroup.net/contact-us/

Note: We’re also writing a full case study on this project, can’t wait to share it once it’s ready.

Last week, our office played host to a very special visit, one that reminds us why we do what we do.In partnership with ...
18/06/2025

Last week, our office played host to a very special visit, one that reminds us why we do what we do.

In partnership with Developing the Young Workforce, Tay Cities, Brechin High School and Montrose Academy, and hosted by our Co-Owner, Barry Sellars, alongside our Digital Marketing & Strategy Lead, Babajide, we welcomed two bright young minds, Luke and Katie (though Katie couldn’t attend this time), accompanied by the ever-committed David and support assistant Samantha.

It was a conversation about creativity, marketing, future ambitions, and the endless possibilities that lie ahead when talent meets opportunity.

Special thanks to Mrs Cormack, the deputy head teacher of Brechin Community Campus for inspiring the next generation of leaders.

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