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Bockingford Watercolour Paper

Bockingford® — Beloved British Watercolour Paper, Made in the UK at St Cuthberts Mill

Bockingford® is one of Britain's most trusted watercolour papers, traditionally made on a cylinder mould machine at St Cuthberts Mill in Somerset, England. Crafted in the UK from pure materials to archival standards, it has earned a devoted following among professional and amateur artists worldwide — prized above all for its forgiving nature and exceptional colour lifting abilities.

What Makes Bockingford Special

Made in the UK — proudly produced at St Cuthberts Mill in Somerset, one of Britain's finest paper mills
Natural woollen felt texture — the distinctive, randomly textured surface is created using traditional woollen felts, giving each sheet a unique, characterful finish
Excellent colour lifting — pigment lifts cleanly and easily, making corrections and highlights straightforward even for less experienced artists
Extremely forgiving — the surface handles reworking and rewetting with ease, making it an ideal choice for those still developing their watercolour technique
100% woodfree & acid free — archival quality for long-lasting work
Short grain — lays flat and handles well across a range of formats