Do parcelforce carry royal mail heavy parcels

Parcelforce, a subsidiary of Royal Mail, does carry Royal Mail heavy parcels, but with some limitations and specific requirements. Here's what you need to know:

  1. Weight limits: Parcelforce has its own weight limits for parcels, which are:
    • Up to 20 kg for Parcelforce 24, Parcelforce 48, and Parcelforce Global Priority services.
    • Up to 30 kg for Parcelforce 2Day and Parcelforce Global Express services.
  2. Royal Mail heavy parcels: If your parcel exceeds these weight limits, you can use Royal Mail's heavy parcel services, such as:
    • Royal Mail Large Letter (up to 750g) or Large Parcel (up to 2 kg) services.
    • Royal Mail Heavy Parcel (up to 20 kg) or Extra Large Parcel (up to 30 kg) services.
  3. Parcelforce's heavy parcel service: Parcelforce offers a heavy parcel service called Parcelforce Heavy, which can carry parcels up to 30 kg. However, this service is only available for certain destinations, such as:
    • UK mainland (excluding Highlands and Islands).
    • Europe (including Switzerland and Norway).
    • North America (including the United States, Canada, and Mexico).
  4. Special requirements: When sending heavy parcels with Parcelforce, you may need to provide additional information, such as:
    • A detailed description of the contents.
    • The exact weight and dimensions of the parcel.
    • Any special handling or packaging requirements.
  5. Additional costs: Keep in mind that heavy parcels may incur additional costs, such as:
    • Higher postage rates.
    • Special handling fees.
    • Insurance premiums (if you choose to insure your parcel).

To ensure your heavy parcel is carried by Parcelforce or Royal Mail, please check the weight and size limits, as well as any special requirements, before sending your parcel.