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Back to news... 29 July 2025 What is the best way to ship parcels cheaply?

The best way to send parcels cheaply is to avoid the couriers surcharges.

Most couriers have surcharges for parcels with weights exceeding 25 kilos and again at 70 kilos.

There are also length surcharges for parcels exceeding 99cm and girth surcharges for exceeding 290cm (girth + L x (2 x w)+(2 x H)).

Avoiding these criteria can save you from £25 up to hundreds of pounds so it is well worth thinking about how to box your items when planning to ship.

For instance, rather that sending a box of clothes weighing 40 kilos, send 2 smaller boxes weighing 20 kilos each.

However, do not skimp on packaging, we want your parcels to arrive safely!

For advice on packaging please see our packaging advice page here.

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