Royal mail packages

Royal Mail is the primary postal service in the United Kingdom, and they offer a range of services for sending packages both domestically and internationally. Here are some of the services they offer:

Domestic Services

  1. 1st Class Parcel: A tracked service that delivers parcels within 1-2 working days.
  2. 2nd Class Parcel: A tracked service that delivers parcels within 2-3 working days.
  3. Special Delivery: A tracked and signed-for service that delivers parcels by 1pm the next working day.
  4. Standard Parcel: An untracked service that delivers parcels within 3-5 working days.

International Services

  1. International Tracked: A tracked service that delivers parcels to over 240 destinations worldwide.
  2. International Signed: A tracked and signed-for service that delivers parcels to over 240 destinations worldwide.
  3. Airmail: An untracked service that delivers parcels to over 240 destinations worldwide.
  4. Surface Mail: A slow and untracked service that delivers parcels to over 240 destinations worldwide.

Additional Services

  1. Signature on Delivery: Requires the recipient to sign for the parcel upon delivery.
  2. Delivery to a Safe Place: Allows the parcel to be left at a safe location if the recipient is not available.
  3. Collection from Post Office: Allows the sender to collect the parcel from a Royal Mail post office.
  4. Insurance: Offers insurance coverage for parcels up to £2,500.

Pricing

The cost of sending a package with Royal Mail depends on the service chosen, the weight and size of the parcel, and the destination. You can use their online calculator to get an estimate of the cost.

Tracking

Royal Mail offers tracking for most of their services, which allows you to monitor the progress of your parcel online. You can track your parcel using their online tracking tool.

Delivery Times

Delivery times for Royal Mail packages vary depending on the service chosen and the destination. Here are some general guidelines:

Please note that these are general guidelines and delivery times may vary depending on the specific service and destination.