With a proud heritage dating back to 1832, we have been creating pencils in the Lake District, UK, since 1916 and the first Derwent colour pencil was introduced in 1938.

Derwent (formerly the "Cumberland Pencil Company") is a brand of pencils, art materials, and other stationery. The business began in 1832 in Cumberland under the name of "Banks, Son & Co". [1]

Derwent offers a wide range of exceptional artist products such as Inktense, Coloursoft, Tinted Charcoal, Graphitint and XL Graphite. Our Lab and Product Development Team are dedicated to …

Keep Discovering with Derwent Drawing Pencils A nature-inspired colour palette with an opaque laydown. Coming soon in 72 colours.

Established in 1832 in the picturesque Lake District, Cumbria, Derwent has grown from its humble beginnings to become one of the most respected names in the art world, offering a wide range of …

Add colour to your artwork with Derwent coloured pencil ranges. With a variety of pencil formulas available, including our 100% Lightfast range and graphite products for drawing and sketching, there …

Shop artist quality art supplies from the UK Free delivery over £50 First access to new and exclusive products Access to the full Derwent product range Manufactured and shipped straight from the …

At Derwent, we sell so many different types of pencils, all with their own unique qualities, that it can become confusing about which is the best suited to your artwork requirements.

Inspiration Browse through the videos and information on how to use Derwent products or take inspiration from other artists’ work. Derwent Hints and Tips: Videos and More

Derwent pencils are made in the UK by The Cumberland Pencil Company. We have been making pencils in Cumbria since 1832 and combine traditional pencil making skills with state-of-the-art …