Framed pictures lining the walls inside Tripps of Keynsham on High Street

Keynsham Picture Framers Since 1992

The story of Tripps of Keynsham, from a photography business founded in 1947 to the bespoke framing workshop on High Street today.

Our story

Desmond Tripp Limited was founded by the respected photographer Desmond Tripp in 1947. Tripps of Keynsham carried on that tradition of care and craft, and in 1992 we diversified into picture framing.

Framing has grown year on year ever since. With our first-floor framing workshop, we offer 700 styles of frame moulding with over 100 mount colours to choose from, and we cater for all tastes and budgets.

Whether you need a single print framed or a whole collection of medals and memorabilia, we feel confident in saying that you can rely on us. Find out more about our bespoke picture framing or book a framing appointment.

Inside Tripps of Keynsham with framed pictures on display

From 1947 to today

  1. 1947

    Desmond Tripp Limited is founded

    The business was founded by the respected photographer Desmond Tripp. Over the years it expanded, launching shops in a number of towns around the UK.

  2. 1980s

    Keynsham carries on the tradition

    Due to the hard hitting recession in the 1980s, many of the retail outlets carrying the Tripps name were sold. Tripps of Keynsham carried on the photographic tradition of its predecessors.

  3. 1992

    Picture framing begins

    We trained at the only government recognised picture frame training school in the UK and diversified into picture framing. The framing has continued to grow year on year.

  4. 2010

    The 50,000th handmade frame

    In June 2010 we reached the milestone of having framed 50,000 handmade frames.

  5. Today

    A first-floor framing workshop

    From our first-floor framing workshop on High Street, Keynsham, we offer 700 styles of frame moulding with over 100 mount colours, catering for all tastes and budgets.

Watercolour landscape framed with a double mount by Tripps of Keynsham

How we work

  • Every frame handmade. We make each frame to fit the piece, rather than fitting the piece to a stock frame.
  • Guidance, not pressure. Whatever framing you need, we can offer guidance on the most appropriate solution for you.
  • All tastes and budgets. Five levels of framing, from museum to minimum, at competitive prices.
  • By appointment. Call 0117 986 4310 and we will set aside time to look at your piece with you.

Trusted by customers across Bristol and Bath

Kind words from customers across Keynsham, Bristol and Bath who have trusted us with their pictures, shirts, medals and keepsakes.

Book your framing appointment

Bring in your piece and we will help you choose the moulding, mount and glass that suit it best. Picture framing is by appointment, so call ahead and we will make time for you.