Cheap heavy item couriers: Parcelforce offer the cheapest way to send a 30kg parcel. Our discounted Parcelforce 48 Large service offers a cost-effective way of posting heavy items in the UK and is available as a drop-off service or a courier collection for a small extra cost.
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What is the cheapest way to post a large parcel?
Drop Off and drop your shipping costs
Another smart way to save money and send your parcel the cheapest way is to book online and Drop Off. When the courier does not have the expense of coming to collect from your home or work address, this cost can be removed from the process.
How much does it cost to send a large parcel UK?
MEASURE YOUR LARGE PARCEL
| Size | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard 0-15kg | Next Day parcel delivery from £2.79 |
| Large 16-20kg | Next Day parcel delivery from £6.79 |
| Extra Large 21-25kg | Next Day parcel delivery from £8.79 |
Is Parcelforce cheaper than Royal Mail?
Part of the Royal Mail Group, Parcelforce, tends to be more cost-effective when shipping heavier or larger parcels.
Is DHL cheaper than Royal Mail?
DOOR TO DOOR DELIVERY SERVICES
There are many advantages to using DHL Parcel UK over Royal Mail services, not least because they are simpler, cheaper and more convenient.
What is the largest parcel I can send by Royal Mail?
Size and weight guide – UK letters and parcels
| Format | Max weight | Max length |
|---|---|---|
| Small Parcel | 2kg | 45cm |
| Medium Parcel | 20kg | 61cm |
| Large parcel – via Parcelforce Worldwide | 30kg | 1.5m |
| Tubes | Length of the item plus twice the diameter must be less than 104cm, with the greatest dimension less than 90cm. |
How do I post a large item UK?
How to send a large parcel
- Package your item (for help with this, see our packaging guide)
- Measure your final packaged item (L x W x H cm)
- Weigh your package (Kg)
- Enter the dimensions, weight and destination into our courier quote tool.
- Book and pay for the service that best suits your needs.
How do I send large items Royal Mail?
If you need proof of postage, or your item’s* too large for a postbox or Parcel Postbox, you can take it to a Post Office® branch. (*If you’re using our Royal Mail Tracked 24 or 48 service you’ll need to take it to one of our Customer Service Points.)
Can I send a 20kg parcel with Hermes?
Hermes max weight is 15kg and they won’t take parcels longer than 1.2m, so this is not a suitable service for really large parcels. Through our courier quote tool, you can get prices and book discounted Hermes services for parcels up to 15kg. Anything larger will need to go via another courier.
What is the maximum size parcel Post Office?
For sending within the UK you can send parcels up to 30kg. There is no maximum weight for a multiple consignment; however each individual parcel must not exceed 30kg.
What’s the difference between Parcel Force and Royal Mail?
In 1990 Royal Mail Parcels was rebranded to Parcelforce, along with a massive investment in IT and infrastructure with the introduction of online tracking and the construction our National and International sorting hubs. Then in 1998 the business was rebranded to Parcelforce Worldwide.
Are couriers cheaper than Royal Mail?
Up to 70% cheaper than Royal Mail
It is now often cheaper to use a courier service to have your parcels delivered (and faster too!)
Which delivery service is cheapest UK?
Price comparison
| Courier | Price – drop at shop and door delivery service |
|---|---|
| Parcel Monkey | £5.99 |
| Parcel2Go | £4.69 |
| Royal Mail | £8.90 |
| DPD Local | £5.99 |
Is there an alternative to using Royal Mail?
Here are the alternatives to Royal Mail for letters: The Direct Mail Company (us) UK Mail. Citipost Mail.
Is DPD better than Hermes?
DPD has been voted the “best” parcel delivery service in the UK. MoneySavingExpert.com shared the results of its latest poll, which asked those who have used specific couriers to rate their experience.
How much is express delivery UK?
How to use this service
| Weight up to and including | Compensation up to £500 | Compensation up to £2,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Price | |
| 100g | £6.85 | £9.85 |
| 500g | £7.65 | £10.65 |
| 1kg | £8.95 | £11.95 |
Can I send large parcels at the post office?
You can send large parcels on our two day large parcel service via selected local Post Office® branches. Please download the list to check for availability local to you. Please note you cannot organise a large parcel drop off at a Post Office® branch online.
Does postage go by weight or size?
For USPS Retail Ground, Parcel Select, and Bound Printed Matter, weight and How distance affects prices determine the price. For Library Mail and Media Mail, the price is determined only by weight, regardless of how far the mailpiece travels.
What are the parcel sizes for Royal Mail?
Post Office branch.
- Large Letters not exceeding: Length: 35.3cm Width: 25cm Thickness up to.
- Letters not exceeding: Length: 24cm Width: 16.5cm Thickness up to.
- Small Parcels not exceeding: Length: 45cm. Width: 35cm Depth: 16cm Weight limit: 2kg.
- Parcelforce Large Parcels not exceeding: 2.5m.
How much does it cost to send a 10kg parcel UK?
£7.95
1st and 2nd Class prices
| 1st Class | ||
|---|---|---|
| Medium Parcel 61cm long 46cm wide 46cm thick | 2kg | £6.95 |
| 10kg | £7.95 | |
| 20kg | £12.95 | |
| Includes compensation up to | £20.00 |
Do DPD deliver large items?
DPD offer large parcel courier services for collection and pickup, giving you control over how and when you send your big parcel. Our services include DPD 10:30, DPD 12:00, Next day, Two-day and Saturday or Sunday options, meaning no matter what your schedule, we have an option to suit you!