The Chiswick Press was a prominent British printing house founded in 1811 by Charles Whittingham I. The press maintained a long history of operation, lasting until 1962, and played a crucial role in the evolution of English typography and the commercial printing trade.
Under the leadership of the founder's nephew, Charles Whittingham II, who took over management in 1840, the press became highly influential. It is particularly noted for its efforts to reintroduce high-quality printing standards to the industry, a shift highlighted by the 1844 publication of The Diary of Lady Willoughby. Furthermore, the press provided a platform for the early design work of William Morris, bridging the gap between traditional commercial printing and the emerging fine press movement.