Royal mail delivery hours

Royal Mail delivery hours vary depending on the type of service and the location. Here are some general guidelines:

Standard Delivery (1st Class and 2nd Class)

Special Delivery

Saturday Delivery

Some areas have Saturday delivery, but it's not available everywhere. Check with Royal Mail or your local post office to see if Saturday delivery is available in your area.

Collection Times

Postboxes: Most postboxes are emptied at least once a day, but the exact collection times vary depending on the location and the type of postbox.
Post Offices: Post offices are usually open from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Saturday. Some post offices may have extended hours or be open on Sundays, but this varies depending on the location.

Delivery Times

Royal Mail aims to deliver mail and parcels by 1:00 pm the next working day for 1st Class mail and by 3:00 pm the next working day for 2nd Class mail. However, delivery times can vary depending on the location and the volume of mail.

Special Delivery Times

Royal Mail offers special delivery services, such as Royal Mail Guaranteed by 9:00 am, Royal Mail Guaranteed by 12:00 pm, and Royal Mail Guaranteed by 1:00 pm. These services have specific delivery times, which are guaranteed by Royal Mail.

It's always a good idea to check with Royal Mail or your local post office for specific delivery hours and times in your area.