Additional Information:
gsm = Grams Per Square Meter
The higher the gsm the thicker/heavier the media.
Silk, Uncoated etc is the feel of the media
Mic = Micron (the higher the Micron the more rigid it is)
Membership Cards
Our Membership Cards give your club, society or organisation professional, durable proof of belonging. Printed on premium card stock with your choice of lamination, with sequential numbering available during setup – every member gets their own card number.
- Size – UK Standard 85x55mm
- Media – 350gsm Silk or 400gsm Artboard
- Lamination – Matt, Gloss or Soft Touch
- Print – Single or Double Sided
- Numbering – Sequential Numbers Applied During Setup
Membership Card Printing for Clubs, Societies and Organisations
A membership card is more than a formality: it is proof of belonging, something members carry in a wallet or purse and use week after week. Our membership card printing service produces professional, durable cards on premium laminated card stock, printed in-house at our Tavistock workshop with sequential numbering available during the setup process – so every member can have their own unique card number at no extra design hassle.
We print membership cards for sports clubs, social clubs, associations, charities, societies, Scout and Guide groups, alumni networks and loyalty schemes. Cards are wallet-sized at the standard UK 85x55mm, finished with a protective laminate so they survive a season of pockets, bags and lanyards.
Sequential Numbering as Standard
Most membership schemes need each card to be individually identifiable, and that is where printed card membership cards beat a spreadsheet and a laminator. During the setup of your order we can number every card sequentially – 001, 002, 003 and onwards – directly into the design. Ideal for membership registers, sign-in books, discount schemes and any club that likes to know exactly who holds card number one.
Durable By Design
Every membership card is laminated for durability, with a choice of three finishes:
- Matt lamination: Smooth, non-reflective and professional – the popular choice for clubs and societies.
- Gloss lamination: Vibrant and shiny, making colours pop – great for bold club branding.
- Soft touch lamination: A velvety, premium finish that feels genuinely high-end in the hand.
Choose 400gsm Artboard for the most substantial, rigid feel – it is the closest a printed card gets to the heft of plastic without the plastic price tag – or 350gsm Silk for a classic finish. Both are laminated on the printed side for protection against everyday wear.
What To Put On a Membership Card
- Club name and logo: The essentials, front and centre.
- Member name and number: Numbered sequentially by us during setup, or with space to handwrite names.
- Membership year or expiry date: Useful for annual renewals – your local club probably renews theirs every year too.
- Membership benefits or rules: A short list on the reverse, such as entry rights or discount terms.
- Signature strip space: Leave a blank area if you want members to sign their card.
- Contact details or QR code: Link straight to your club’s website or joining page.
Perfect For
- Sports & social clubs: Football, rugby, cricket, working men’s clubs and supporters’ clubs.
- Societies & associations: History societies, WI groups, allotment associations, residents’ associations.
- Charities & community groups: Volunteer and supporter cards that build a sense of belonging.
- Uniformed & youth organisations: Scouts, Guides, cadets and youth club membership.
- Loyalty & discount schemes: Member discounts for independent shops, markets and local schemes.
- Trades unions & professional bodies: Branch and chapter membership identification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these plastic membership cards?
No – they are premium laminated printed cards rather than PVC plastic. For clubs, societies and loyalty schemes, laminated card is the everyday standard: durable, wallet-friendly and much better value. If you need the rigid feel of plastic, choose 400gsm Artboard with lamination, which offers a substantial, card-like heft. We do not currently print plastic cards with magnetic stripes or chip encoding.
Can the cards be individually numbered?
Yes. Sequential numbering is applied during the setup process – just tell us your starting number and we will number every card in the run. It is one of the main reasons organisations choose printed membership cards over homemade versions.
What size are the membership cards?
They are printed at the standard UK business card size of 85x55mm – the size that fits wallets, card holders and lanyard sleeves, and the size members expect to receive.
Can members’ names be written on by hand?
Yes – many clubs leave a blank line for the member’s name and signature. Matt lamination takes a permanent fine-tip marker well; if you prefer biro handwriting, we can leave the name area unlaminated on request – just mention it when ordering.
Do you offer faster turnaround before the new season?
Yes – faster despatch options are available at checkout, and because everything is printed in-house in Tavistock we can usually help with tight deadlines, whether that is the new season, an AGM or a membership renewal drive.
More Cards For Your Organisation
Alongside membership cards we print Laminated Business Cards, Loyalty Cards and the full Business Cards range – or browse the whole Business Cards category. Need a hand with the design? Our in-house graphic design team can lay out your membership card from scratch.