Does royal mail deliver parcels on a sunday

In the United Kingdom, Royal Mail's standard delivery services do not operate on Sundays. However, there are some exceptions and additional services that may deliver parcels on Sundays:

  1. Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1pm: This service is available Monday to Saturday, but not on Sundays.
  2. Special Delivery Guaranteed by 9am: This service is available Monday to Friday, but not on Saturdays or Sundays.
  3. Royal Mail Tracked 24: This service is available Monday to Saturday, but not on Sundays.
  4. Royal Mail Tracked 48: This service is available Monday to Saturday, but not on Sundays.

However, there are some exceptions where Royal Mail may deliver parcels on Sundays:

  1. Bank Holidays: Royal Mail may deliver parcels on Bank Holidays, which are public holidays in the UK. These holidays are usually observed on Mondays, but if a Bank Holiday falls on a Sunday, Royal Mail may deliver parcels on that day.
  2. Special arrangements: In some areas, Royal Mail may have special arrangements with local authorities or retailers to deliver parcels on Sundays. These arrangements are usually made for specific events or festivals.
  3. Private courier services: Some private courier services, like Hermes, DHL, or UPS, may operate on Sundays, but these services are not provided by Royal Mail.

It's essential to check with the sender or the tracking information to confirm whether your parcel will be delivered on a Sunday.