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About Gale Street Post Office — Local, Trusted, Open Until 8PM Your independent Post Office in Syke, Rochdale · Over 30 years serving the community
Gale Street Post Office is an independent local branch in Syke, Rochdale, serving the community with postal, banking, payments, travel money and selected identity & DVLA-related services seven days a week. No appointment needed — just walk in. If you’re looking for a Post Office near you in Rochdale open late, we’re a trusted local branch serving Syke, Shawclough, Healey and the surrounding areas, open until 8PM Monday to Saturday.
🏛️ Gale Street Post Office is an independently operated Post Office branch serving Rochdale under agreement with Post Office Limited. Trading name of Bargain Universe Ltd, Company No: 11376774.
🏛️ Gale Street Post Office at a glance
Your independent local Post Office in Syke, Rochdale.
| 📅 7 days a week | Open every day, including Sundays |
|---|---|
| 🕗 Until 8PM | Late closing Monday to Saturday |
| 🧾 15+ services | Posting, banking, payments, travel & identity |
| 🚶 0 appointments | Just walk in during opening hours |
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📖 Our story — a branch built around your community
This page explains who we are, how we serve the local community, what services are available in branch, and how you can contact or visit us.
Gale Street Post Office is an independent branch in Syke, Rochdale, combining the trust of the national Post Office network with genuine, personal local service. For over 30 years this counter has served the people of Syke, Shawclough, Healey and the wider Rochdale area — and we know many of our customers by name.
Whether you're managing everyday banking, collecting travel money, sending a parcel or renewing your vehicle tax, our team is here to help in person. We stay open until 8PM Monday to Saturday — and all day Sunday — because modern life doesn't fit into standard working hours.
🧾 What we offer
From posting and parcels to banking, payments, travel and identity — here's what you can do at our counter in Syke, Rochdale.
| Category | Services |
|---|---|
| 📮 Posting & parcels | Track an Item, Royal Mail UK, DPD, Evri, Parcelforce, Amazon Hub Counter |
| 🏦 Banking | Everyday Banking, Deposit Cash, Withdraw Cash, Cheque Deposit |
| 💳 Bills, payments & top-ups | Mobile Top-Ups, Western Union, Post Office Payout, Postal Orders |
| ✈️ Travel | Travel Money, Travel Money Card |
| 🪪 Identity & DVLA | All Identity Services, Vehicle Tax, Document Certification |
| ❓ Help & info | FAQs, Blog, Contact Us |
💡 Not sure if we offer something? Just ask in branch or call 01706 725399 — we're happy to help.
💛 What we stand for
The core values that drive our service to the Syke and Rochdale community.
Community First
We're part of the local fabric. Every service is chosen with Syke and Shawclough customers in mind.
Maximum Access
With late evening hours and full Sunday service, we're open when other branches are closed.
Reliable Accuracy
From complex BRP collections to simple parcel drops, we treat every transaction with the same care.
💬 What our customers say
Common themes customers mention in branch and in reviews.
- Customers often value our late opening until 8PM.
- Many appreciate Sunday opening for posting, returns and travel money.
- Customers like being able to access multiple services in one local branch.
⭐ Read more verified reviews from our customers in the Google reviews section below.
⭐ Why choose Gale Street Post Office
Over 30 years serving the Rochdale community.
All under one roof
Posting, banking, payments, travel & identity
Open 7 days
Until 8PM Mon–Sat, Sundays too
No appointment
Every service is walk-in
Friendly local team
Personal service you can rely on
Independent branch
Run for the Syke community
Cash or card
Pay however suits you
🤝 Our commitment to the community
What you can always expect when you visit us in Syke, Rochdale.
- ✓ Friendly counter service
- ✓ Clear guidance before transactions
- ✓ Open late for working customers
- ✓ Sunday access
- ✓ Support for local families, businesses and regular senders
| 📍 Location | 3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale, OL12 0SQ |
|---|---|
| 🕒 Opening Hours | Monday–Saturday: 09:30 – 20:00 Sunday: 09:30 – 16:00 |
| 🏛️ Branch type | Independent Post Office branch (Bargain Universe Ltd) under agreement with Post Office Limited |
| 🧾 Services | Posting & parcels, banking, bill payments & top-ups, travel money, selected identity & DVLA-related services |
| 💳 Payment | Cash or card |
| 📞 Phone | 01706 725399 |
| 📅 Appointment | Not needed – walk in during opening hours |
| 🅿️ Parking | Nearby roadside parking; bus stops within walking distance |
| 📆 Bank holidays | Please call to confirm |
📊 Branch status
| 🟢 Status | Checking… |
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| 🕒 Today | — |
| 🧾 Services | 15+ counter services — posting, banking, payments & more |
| 📆 Bank holidays | Call to confirm |
| 🅿️ Parking | Available nearby |
| 🚌 Public transport | Bus stops nearby |
🏢 Branch facilities
What you'll find at our Syke, Rochdale branch. Nearest bus stops are within walking distance of Gale Street Post Office.
| Facility | Available |
|---|---|
| 🅿️ Parking | Nearby roadside parking |
| 🚌 Public transport | Yes – bus stops within walking distance |
| 🚻 Toilets | No |
| ♿ Step-free access | No |
| 💳 Card payments | Yes |
| 💷 Cash payments | Yes |
| 🖨️ Printing | Yes |
| 📠 Photocopying | Yes |
| 📑 Scanning | Yes |
| 🪖 Motorcycle helmets | Please remove before entering |
| 🦮 Guide dogs | Welcome |
| 🐾 Other pets | Not permitted |
⏰ Opening Hours
| Day | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 – 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 – 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 – 20:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 – 20:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 – 20:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30 – 20:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30 – 16:00 |
01706 725399
Frequently Asked Questions – About Gale Street Post Office
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Why Rochdale customers trust Gale Street Post Office
Read genuine Google reviews from customers using our posting, banking, travel money, payments and everyday Post Office services in Syke, Rochdale.
Posting • Banking • Travel Money • Payments • Identity Services
⭐ Rated by local Rochdale customers
📍 Location & Directions
Find us on Gale Street in Syke, near Rochdale town centre. We serve Syke, Healey, Shawclough, Spotland, Norden, Wardle, Castleton, Littleborough, Milnrow, Whitworth, Heywood, Smithy Bridge and Bamford – and the wider Rochdale area (OL11, OL12, OL15, OL16).
3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale, OL12 0SQ. Short-stay roadside parking is available near Gale Street, Syke Common and surrounding roads. Nearest bus stops are within walking distance of Gale Street Post Office.
Serving customers across Rochdale
We help customers from Rochdale town centre, Syke and the surrounding areas below with postal, banking, payments, travel and selected identity & DVLA-related services and more.
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Service availability, pricing, limits and opening hours may change. On bank holidays our hours may differ — please call to confirm. Gale Street Post Office is an independently operated branch serving Rochdale under agreement with Post Office Limited.
Gale Street Post Office, 3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale OL12 0SQ.
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Pop into Gale Street Post Office for posting, banking, payments, travel money and more. No appointment needed – open evenings until 8PM and Sundays.
Service availability, pricing, limits and opening hours may change without notice. Please confirm details in branch. Gale Street Post Office is an independent retail branch operating under agreement with Post Office Limited. Trading name of Bargain Universe Ltd, Company No: 11376774.
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