gownhire.co.uk

1.4
1.4 Based on 21 reviews

Online ordering service for graduation robes, with postal delivery or collection from the university....

Unclaimed Profile
Business profile not claimed
This business hasn’t yet claimed their profile on our platform and may be unaware it's listed. As a result, their rating might not fully reflect their customer service or responsiveness.

Average Rating

1.4

/
5

21 Reviews

5 Star
10%
4 Star
0%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
5%
1 Star
86%

All Reviews

Filter Reviews

Review Time

Absalom M.
Unsatisfactory graduation photo package

The pricey graduation photo package arrived with two photos still attached. There’s no contact number available, and the support form does not include the university. Overall, this was quite unsatisfactory.

1
Date of experience: Jan 23, 2026
Baron Sanders
Photos arrived uncut

The high-priced graduation photo package was received with two photos not separated. There’s no phone number to reach out, and the help webform doesn’t list the university. Overall, a very disappointing experience.

1
Date of experience: Jan 19, 2026
Babette B.
Terrible customer treatment

The service deserves only one star since there's no option for less! I am extremely dissatisfied as a member of HM Forces who ordered in good faith at my university's suggestion. I am now denied the chance to return subpar goods due to an absurdly short return window. There's no feedback email and poor customer service, plus the company altered my account details without consent. I remain very unhappy and will need to escalate the issue with trading standards for the provision of poor quality, overpriced items. Unfortunately, this terrible service seems to dominate graduation hire, making it hard to find alternatives.

1
Date of experience: Jan 12, 2026
Lorraine Brooks
Misleading advertising

I was quite let down by the USB images. While I can't fault the package I bought, they aren’t clear about what the USB contains. You can only purchase it with another package, which seems unfair. I spent twenty pounds for a photo I didn’t even like, just to please my family. I was hoping to access a photo I appreciated on the USB, which was significant to me. It shouldn’t be complicated when students are paying a considerable amount.

1
Date of experience: Dec 18, 2025
Unethical business practices

I am incredibly frustrated and upset with this company's predatory tactics. They were the official photographers at my graduation, which I now regret. Here's the trap: you pay a £20 deposit, which they vaguely promise to refund. However, it’s not a refund but a discount tied to overpriced packages. I visited their website hoping to access my digital images, only to find no option to buy them separately. The site seems designed to push you into purchasing a package for over £100. When I tried to find a cheaper option, I encountered persistent payment errors. This clearly seems like a tactic to limit choices to their most expensive options. What kind of business exploits students during what should be a joyful occasion? I advise fellow students: avoid paying their deposit. Just take photos with your own phone instead.

1
Date of experience: Nov 14, 2025
Avoid this company!

Scam scam scam don’t be fooled!!!

1
Date of experience: Nov 14, 2025
David S.
Awful service and high prices

An absolutely terrible experience and a complete rip-off! My son graduated from a local university, and the graduation process felt like a production line with multiple ceremonies daily. By the end of the week, each gown will have been worn multiple times, which is evident. They charge £74 each! The digital image costs an additional £45, and two weeks later, it still hasn’t arrived. The website claims delivery can take up to six weeks, which is absurd for a simple digital image. Graduation is a significant milestone after years of hard work and debt, yet this service drains the joy from the occasion with their exorbitant prices and poor service. Following a response, I received a generic reply to my complaint. I have no desire to engage further with this company and advise others to seek alternatives for their special day.

1
Date of experience: Nov 05, 2025
Griffin Baker
Friendly staff

The staff were lovely. A gentleman showed me around the shop and was very knowledgeable and approachable.

5
Date of experience: Oct 29, 2025
Joshua Howard
Exceptional in every way

I highly recommend their professional, friendly, and efficient service; the quality is outstanding. I visited a branch recently, and the long trip was absolutely worth it. A staff member had pre-ordered the necessary sizes, and I received excellent assistance throughout. Their aftercare for alterations was also superb. The wide range of products and the lifetime quality make it worth the journey; I wouldn’t consider going anywhere else.

5
Date of experience: Oct 28, 2025
Gia Bell
Complete scam, paying for nothing

I had a graduation ceremony recently, and the service provided was a complete scam. I paid £30 at the event for photographs, as advertised. The next day, I learned that I only paid for the right to have a photographer take pictures of me. According to consumer rights, I received nothing tangible in return. They are refusing to refund me or provide any photographs, making it a pure scam. Customers are misled about their payments and end up receiving nothing. Avoid this service.

1
Date of experience: Oct 20, 2025

Is this your business?

Claim your business profile now and gain access to all features and respond to customer reviews.

Business Details

  • Online ordering service for graduation robes, with postal delivery or collection from the university.

  • language https://gownhire.co.uk

We use cookies to personalize your experience. By continuing to visit this website you agree to our use of cookies

More