Does royal mail only deliver once a day

Royal Mail, the UK's postal service, typically delivers mail and parcels on weekdays (Monday to Friday) during standard working hours. However, the frequency of delivery can vary depending on the type of service, the location, and the volume of mail being delivered.

Here are some general guidelines on Royal Mail's delivery frequencies:

  1. Standard Mail: Royal Mail's standard mail service, also known as "1st Class" or "2nd Class", typically delivers mail once a day, usually between 9 am and 5 pm, Monday to Friday.
  2. Special Delivery: For items that require a signature upon delivery, such as Special Delivery Guaranteed and Special Delivery Next Day, Royal Mail aims to deliver them by 1 pm the next working day.
  3. Parcelforce: For larger parcels and packages, Parcelforce, a subsidiary of Royal Mail, typically delivers items once a day, usually between 9 am and 5 pm, Monday to Friday.
  4. Saturday Delivery: Royal Mail offers Saturday delivery for an additional fee, which can be arranged for certain services, such as Special Delivery and Parcelforce.
  5. Sunday Delivery: Royal Mail does not typically deliver on Sundays, except for some special services, such as Sunday delivery for certain businesses and organizations.

It's worth noting that Royal Mail's delivery frequencies can be affected by various factors, including:

If you're concerned about the delivery frequency of a specific item, you can contact Royal Mail's customer service team or track your item using their online tracking tool.