Royal Mail

Royal Mail

Royal Mail: Your trusted UK postal service, connecting people and businesses across the nation and globally with reliable mail and parcel delivery.

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About Royal Mail

Royal Mail stands as a cornerstone of British communication, boasting a rich heritage that dates back to 1516. Established by Henry VIII, and later made available to the public by Charles I, it has evolved into the UK's leading postal and courier service. Today, Royal Mail continues its legacy of connecting people and businesses across the nation and around the globe, providing essential mail and parcel delivery services with unwavering reliability.

Comprehensive Postal Services

Send Letters and Parcels with Ease

Whether you're sending a heartfelt letter to a loved one or dispatching crucial business parcels, Royal Mail offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored to every need. From standard 1st and 2nd Class options to more secure services like Special Delivery Guaranteed and Royal Mail Tracked, you can choose the speed and level of protection required. For ultimate convenience, their online Click & Drop service allows you to buy postage, print labels, and send parcels from the comfort of your home or office, making sending parcels online in the UK simpler than ever.

Convenient Access Points

Royal Mail's extensive network ensures that sending and receiving mail is always convenient. With thousands of iconic red postboxes, dedicated Royal Mail Shops, Customer Service Points, and a growing number of parcel lockers, you're never far from a drop-off or collection point. This vast infrastructure, including partnerships with Post Office branches, makes Royal Mail an accessible and integral part of daily life for millions of Britons, facilitating everything from domestic deliveries to international mail services.

Royal Mail was founded in 1516 and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It is part of International Distribution Services (IDS), with 11,500+ Post Office branches locations.

Discounts & Loyalty

Military / Blue Light Discount

The British Forces Post Office (BFPO) offers discounted mail delivery for HM Forces personnel, including free mail for those on operational duty.

Shipping & Returns

Click & CollectInternational Shipping

Various delivery speeds from next day to economy

Company Information

Founded

1516

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Number of Stores

11,500+ Post Office branches

Parent Company

International Distribution Services (IDS)

Payment Methods
Cash
Card
Online payment

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I track my parcel?

Use the Royal Mail tracking service online or via the app with your tracking number to see delivery progress.

What are the delivery times?

First class aims for next working day, second class within 2-3 working days. Special Delivery guarantees by 1pm or 9am.

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2 Ways to Save at Royal Mail in 2026

  1. Military & Blue Light discount

    The British Forces Post Office (BFPO) offers discounted mail delivery for HM Forces personnel, including free mail for those on operational duty.

  2. Click & Collect

    Save on delivery by using Royal Mail's Click & Collect service.

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Royal Mail Quick Facts

Standard DeliveryVarious delivery speeds from next day to economy
Free DeliveryNot available
Click & CollectAvailable
Returns PolicyContact retailer
Student DiscountNot available
NHS DiscountNot available
Military DiscountThe British Forces Post Office (BFPO) offers discounted mail delivery for HM Forces personnel, including free mail for those on operational duty.
International ShippingAvailable
Payment MethodsCash, Card, Online payment
Founded1516
HeadquartersLondon, United Kingdom

Last verified: February 2026