Pre-printed lanyards are ready-made lanyards with commonly used text already printed on them, such as Staff, Visitor, Contractor, or Student.

They’re ideal when you need clear, instant identification without the time or cost involved in custom printing.

You can view the full range of Pre-Printed Lanyards available from Red Strawberry.

Pre-printed lanyards are widely used across many sectors where instant role identification is required.

• Offices and workplaces use staff pre-printed lanyards and visitor lanyards.

• Schools, colleges, and universities commonly issue Student, Governor, Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher and Sixth form lanyards.

• Healthcare settings use NHS pre-printed lanyards.

• Events and conferences rely on delegate and exhibitor lanyards.

• Construction and secure sites use contractor and security lanyards

They help improve security, organisation, and professionalism at a glance.

Red Strawberry offers a wide range of pre-printed lanyard text options to suit different roles and environments.

• Common options include Staff, Visitor, Contractor, and Security.

• Education and support roles are covered with Student, Volunteer, and Temporary lanyards.

• Events are supported with Delegate and Exhibitor lanyards.

• Additional options include First Aid, Employee, and Governor.

All pre-printed lanyards arrive ready to use, with no artwork, setup, or lead time required.

• Pre-printed lanyards are not customisable. The wording, colours, and design are fixed and cannot be changed.

• If you need your company logo, bespoke text, or specific brand colours, choose Custom Printed Lanyards instead.

Custom printed lanyards give you full control over the design, including logo placement, strap colour, and text, making them ideal for branding, staff uniforms, and events.

Our pre-printed lanyards are available in practical, ready-to-use options suitable for everyday workplace use.

• A wide range of standard and fluorescent high-visibility colours, including red, blue, green, yellow, black, and purple. You can also explore our Fluorescent Hi-Vis Pre-Printed Lanyards.

• 15 mm width as standard across most pre-printed lanyard designs, offering a comfortable balance of visibility and wearability.

• Durable polyester material, designed for reliable everyday use in busy working environments.

If you’re looking for alternative materials such as lanyards made from recycled bottles, bamboo, or paper, please get in touch. These options are available on a custom-made basis, and we can provide a tailored quotation with suitable customisation options.

Yes. All of our safety lanyards include at least one breakaway clip as standard, designed to release under pressure and help reduce the risk of injury.

Some ranges also include additional safety features for higher-risk or specialist environments.

• Multiple safety breakaway points are available on selected designs for increased protection, including our Triple Safety Breakaway Lanyards.

• Hi-vis pre-printed lanyards with reflective edging are available to improve visibility in busy or low-light environments.

• Dual breakaway designs are used on selected NHS and safety-focused products, such as our NHS Pre-Printed Lanyards.

Safety features vary by product, so we recommend checking the individual product page for full specifications before ordering.

Attachment types vary by product and are designed to suit different badge holders and workplace needs.

• Plastic clips for lightweight badges and everyday use.

• Metal lobster clips for a stronger, more secure attachment.

• J-clips for quick-release badge holders.

• Badge reels and retractors for easy swipe or scan access.

You can also find retractable pre-printed lanyards within the range for added convenience.

Many pre-printed lanyards can be purchased individually, making them ideal for small teams, replacements, or urgent requirements.

Multi-buy packs are also available on selected designs, offering improved value when you need larger quantities.

Because pre-printed lanyards are already manufactured and held in stock, they are typically dispatched faster than custom printed lanyards.

• Orders are often dispatched the same working day.

• All orders are normally dispatched within 3 working days.

• Once dispatched, UK deliveries usually arrive the next working day.

Delivery times may vary during busy periods, but pre-printed lanyards remain one of the quickest options when you need lanyards fast.

Yes. Pre-printed lanyards are generally more affordable than bespoke options because there are no artwork, setup, or production costs.

If you need branding, logos, or custom designs, take a look at our Custom Printed Lanyards instead.

Choose pre-printed lanyards if you need a fast, simple solution with clear role identification.

• You need lanyards quickly.

• You only require standard wording.

• You want a cost-effective option.

Choose custom printed lanyards if branding and design flexibility are important.

• You need logos or company branding.

• You want bespoke colours or custom designs.

• You are ordering for a branded event, campaign, or uniformed team.

Yes. We supply a specialist range of retractable pre-printed ID card holder lanyards with a built-in badge reel (lanyo).

The retractable cord allows ID cards to extend smoothly, providing faster and more convenient access through doors and electronic access points without removing the lanyard or leaning into the reader.

• Staff retractable lanyards for everyday workplace access.

• Visitor retractable lanyards for temporary or short-term access.

• Student and school retractable lanyards for education environments.

• NHS retractable lanyards designed for healthcare settings.

These options combine clear role identification with practical, hands-free access control.