Taletrove

Taletrove: printed newsletters for grandparents who aren't online

Taletrove is a British company founded in 2024 that transforms a family's photographs and messages into a personalised printed newsletter, sent by post to a relative who doesn't use the internet or apps. The service is presented as an alternative to messaging apps for keeping in touch with elderly people or those without access to technology.

How the service works

The process has three steps. First, family members send their photos and messages via WhatsApp, SMS or email, without needing to sign up to a new app or upload files to a platform. At the end of each month, Taletrove selects and lays out that material in a professionally designed newsletter. A few days later, the relative receives the printed copy at home.

The company states that no templates, image resizing or technical knowledge are required from users. Design and printing are handled by Taletrove, which works with real people for the layout.

Formats, frequency and pricing

The service lets you choose the delivery frequency — monthly or quarterly — and the print size: A5, described as compact and letterbox-friendly, or A4, with larger photographs and easier reading. Each issue holds up to 40 photos and messages.

Payment can be monthly or annual. The catalogue showed a price of £3.50 for the first month on the monthly A5 plan, a 50% reduction on the usual rate of £7 per month. The annual subscription offers savings compared with monthly payment. The company notes that there is no commitment and that cancellation can be made at any time. UK delivery is free for every issue, and it is also possible to send to relatives abroad. Each edition includes PDF copies to keep or share, and there is the option to add a second subscription at a discount.

Recipient profile

Although the service is mainly associated with grandparents, the company clarifies that it is not limited to them. The testimonials on the site mention mothers, fathers and grandparents, and include cases of relatives in their nineties who have never used technology. Use in care homes is also described. The newsletters are presented as objects that recipients leaf through repeatedly and that spark conversation among those who receive them.

Track record and recognition

According to the company's own data, more than 1,000 newsletters have been delivered since it was founded in 2024. The site includes a rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on 73 reviews, and mentions that the service has appeared in care homes across the country. The company describes itself as an independent British business.

Distribution and contact

Taletrove operates from the United Kingdom and ships both domestically and to international destinations. Customer service is handled by email and WhatsApp.