2nd class mail royal mail
A blast from the past!
2nd Class Mail was a postal service offered by Royal Mail, the UK's postal service, until 2013. It was a cost-effective way to send letters and small packages within the UK and internationally.
Here are some key features of 2nd Class Mail:
Domestic (UK) Services:
- Letters: Up to 100g, with a standard delivery time of 3-5 working days.
- Large Letters: Up to 750g, with a standard delivery time of 3-5 working days.
- Parcels: Up to 2kg, with a standard delivery time of 3-5 working days.
International Services:
- Letters: Up to 100g, with a standard delivery time of 5-7 working days to Europe and 7-10 working days to other destinations.
- Large Letters: Up to 750g, with a standard delivery time of 5-7 working days to Europe and 7-10 working days to other destinations.
- Parcels: Up to 2kg, with a standard delivery time of 5-7 working days to Europe and 7-10 working days to other destinations.
Prices:
- Letters: From £0.76 (standard rate) to £1.15 (large letter rate)
- Large Letters: From £1.15 to £2.35
- Parcels: From £2.35 to £5.95
Changes:
In 2013, Royal Mail introduced a new pricing structure, which replaced 2nd Class Mail with a new service called "Standard" (formerly known as 2nd Class). The new Standard service offers a faster delivery time of 1-3 working days for letters and 1-5 working days for parcels, but at a higher price point.
Today, Royal Mail offers various services, including:
- 1st Class Mail: Fast and reliable delivery within 1-3 working days.
- Standard Mail: A cost-effective service with a delivery time of 1-5 working days.
- Special Delivery: A guaranteed next-day delivery service.
- International Services: A range of services for sending items abroad.
I hope this information helps!