Does royal mail do same day delivery

Royal Mail, the UK's postal service, does offer same-day delivery services in certain areas, but it's not a standard service across the entire country. Here are some options:

  1. Royal Mail Same Day Special Delivery Guaranteed: This service is available in select areas, including major cities like London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Leeds. It guarantees delivery by 1 pm or 5 pm, depending on the service chosen. However, this service is not available for all postcodes, and you'll need to check if it's available in your area.
  2. Royal Mail Special Delivery Next Day: While not exactly same-day delivery, this service guarantees delivery by 1 pm or 5 pm the next working day. It's available for most postcodes in the UK.
  3. Royal Mail 24: This is a standard next-day delivery service, but it's not guaranteed to be same-day delivery. It's available for most postcodes in the UK.
  4. Royal Mail Tracked 24: This service is similar to Royal Mail 24, but it provides tracking and signature on delivery.

To check if same-day delivery is available in your area, you can:

Keep in mind that same-day delivery may not be available for all types of mail, such as large or heavy items, or items that require special handling. Additionally, same-day delivery may incur an additional fee, depending on the service and your location.