Get ready to see Royal Mail on your local high street! 🎉 In a bold move, Royal Mail is stepping up its parcel game by transforming around 8,000 Collect+ convenience stores into brand new Royal Mail Shops across the UK. This follows a whopping £43.9 million investment by Royal Mail’s parent company, which now holds a 49% stake in Collect+.
What’s in it for you? These shops won’t just offer the usual postal services; you’ll now be able to buy Royal Mail postage over the counter – a first! No more queuing online just to send a parcel. Plus, with extended hours including evenings and weekends, you can finally fit your parcel errands in with your busy schedule. 📦✨
So far, 500 shops have already adopted the new look, with more to follow in the upcoming months. And starting from 2026, some locations will even feature self-service kiosks for an even smoother experience!
The investment promises a revitalised high street presence for Royal Mail, aligning with the focus on booming parcel demand. Despite pulling back on letter deliveries, this marks an exciting new chapter for the iconic brand. 📬
Keep an eye out for the Royal Mail Shop sign coming to a store near you. Your go-to spot for all things parcel-related is about to level up! 🏪🔒