Royal mail long parcel

Royal Mail's Long Parcel service is a cost-effective way to send large and heavy items, such as furniture, appliances, and other bulky goods, within the UK. Here are some key features and benefits of Royal Mail's Long Parcel service:

Eligibility:

• The parcel must weigh between 2 kg and 30 kg (4.4 lbs to 66 lbs).
• The parcel must be no longer than 2.5 meters (8.2 feet) in length.
• The parcel must be no wider than 1.5 meters (4.9 feet) in width.
• The parcel must be no higher than 1.5 meters (4.9 feet) in height.

Benefits:

• Competitive pricing: Royal Mail's Long Parcel service offers a cost-effective way to send large and heavy items.
• Convenient: You can book and print your label online, and drop off your parcel at a local Post Office or Royal Mail depot.
• Reliable: Royal Mail's Long Parcel service is a tracked service, which means you can track your parcel's progress and receive updates on its delivery status.
• Wide coverage: Royal Mail's Long Parcel service is available for delivery to all UK addresses, including remote and rural areas.

Services:

• Royal Mail's Long Parcel service offers two services:
  • Long Parcel: This service is suitable for parcels that weigh between 2 kg and 10 kg (4.4 lbs to 22 lbs). Delivery takes 2-3 working days.
  • Long Parcel Plus: This service is suitable for parcels that weigh between 10 kg and 30 kg (22 lbs to 66 lbs). Delivery takes 3-5 working days.

Pricing:

• The cost of Royal Mail's Long Parcel service depends on the weight and size of your parcel, as well as the destination. You can use Royal Mail's online calculator to get an estimate of the cost.
• For example, a 10 kg (22 lbs) parcel sent via Royal Mail's Long Parcel service would cost around £15.50 (plus VAT).

Additional services:

• You can add additional services to your Long Parcel, such as:
  • Signature on delivery: This ensures that the recipient signs for the parcel when it's delivered.
  • Delivery to a specific time: This allows you to specify a specific time of day for delivery.
  • Delivery to a specific address: This allows you to specify a specific address for delivery, such as a business address.

Overall, Royal Mail's Long Parcel service is a convenient and cost-effective way to send large and heavy items within the UK.