2nd Class mail

2nd Class

• Delivery in two to three working days including Saturdays
• Great value option to get your post delivered safely and on time
• Prices start at 50p for letters up to 100g
• Send parcels up to 20kg in weight
• Includes compensation cover up to £20.

Sending a Letter, a Large Letter, a Small Parcel or a Medium Parcel?

Prices for 2nd Class are the same no matter where you're sending in the UK. The amount you pay depends on the size and weight of the item you're sending. Each format has its own size and weight limits.

Work out which format your item falls into

Format	Maximum weight	Maximum length	Maximum width	Maximum thickness
Letter	100g	240mm	165mm	5mm
Large Letter	750g	353mm	250mm	25mm
Small Parcel	2kg	45cm	35cm	8cm
Medium Parcel	20kg	61cm	46cm	46cm

Rolled and cylinder shaped parcels

For rolled and cylinder shaped items, the length of the item plus twice the diameter must not exceed 104cm, with the greatest dimension being no more than 90cm.

Rolled and cylinder shaped parcels that measure up to 45cm in length and 8cm in diameter and do not exceed 2kg can be sent as small parcels.

Exceptions apply

Parcels that do not exceed 16cm in length and 16cm in width and 16cm in depth can be sent as small parcels, provided the weight does not exceed 2kg. Visit our shop to buy boxes this size.

Parcels bigger than 61cm x 46cm x 46cm or heavier than 20kg can be sent using Parcelforce services which include tracking and are guaranteed .

What if I need a quicker service?

1st Class

Trust 1st Class for quick, efficient delivery across the UK. We’re committed to making sure that your letters and parcels reach their destinations the next working day – and Saturdays

Find out more about 1st Class mail

What if I want a guaranteed next day delivery?

Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1pm™

If you need an item to arrive next day guaranteed, or are sending money or something valuable, Special Delivery™ gives you added peace of mind.

Find out more about Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1pm™.