Classic Newspaper Templates

Our classic theme captures the traditional broadsheet aesthetic: an elegant serif masthead, justified column text, hairline rules and a restrained, timeless palette. These layouts feel like a genuine printed newspaper from the front page in.

Use them for heritage publications, formal announcements, school history projects, or anywhere you want a dignified, established look. Every element is editable so you can adapt the classic styling to your own title and stories.

8 classic templates

Newspaper Template (Edition II) — newspaper template preview Featured

Newspaper Template (Edition II)

40 Page Classic Broadsheet Newspaper Template Layout in Adobe InDesign INDD & Canva Formats

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Newspaper Template (Edition III) — newspaper template preview

Newspaper Template (Edition III)

Classic Newspaper Template for Broadsheet & Tabloid News Paper Layouts • InDesign INDD, IDML & Canva

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Vintage Newspaper Template — newspaper template preview

Vintage Newspaper Template

Vintage Newspaper Paper for Old Style News Papers & Broadsheets • Canva, InDesign INDD & IDML Format

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Classic templates — frequently asked questions

What makes a newspaper template “classic”?
Classic templates use a traditional broadsheet aesthetic — a serif masthead, justified columns, hairline rules and a restrained, timeless palette.
Are classic templates good for school or community papers?
Yes — the dignified, established look suits local news, community papers, school projects and formal announcements.
Can I make a classic template look vintage?
You can add aged textures and period fonts. Our guide on making a vintage newspaper walks through the technique.