Deposit Cash
Deposit Cash at Gale Street Post Office – No Fee Charged by Us, No Appointment
Easily deposit cash into your bank account at our counter. Gale Street Post Office does not charge a fee for cash deposits, and you can walk in any time we’re open – including Sundays.
Need to withdraw cash or handle other banking? See our Cash Withdrawal or Everyday Banking pages.
⚠️ Large cash deposits? Please call ahead to check availability. Services subject to operational availability and participating bank support.
Open 7 days
Until 8PM (Mon-Sat)
All major UK banks
💰 Coin deposits accepted (bagged). Selected withdrawn Bank of England notes may be accepted subject to banking guidance.
Information last verified: . Bank limits and fees may change – always check with your own bank.
| 📍 Location | 3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale, OL12 0SQ |
|---|---|
| 🕘 Opening Hours | Monday–Saturday: 09:30 – 20:00 Sunday: 09:30 – 16:00 |
| 🏦 Banking Services | Cash deposits, withdrawals, balance enquiries, Change Giving, Everyday Banking |
📷 Your local branch in Syke, Rochdale
Here’s our branch and counter so you know exactly where to come – our team is happy to help in person.
Why Use Gale Street Post Office for Cash Deposits?
📅 Open 7 days a week
🌙 Open late until 8pm (Mon-Sat)
🚶 Walk-in – no appointment
🏆 Trusted local branch in Syke
💁 Friendly counter staff
🏦 Most major UK banks accepted
🪙 Bagged coin deposits welcome
🏪 Popular with local retailers, taxi drivers, market traders, self-employed customers and independent shops across Rochdale who need to deposit cash takings conveniently, 7 days a week.
📊 Deposit Limits by Bank
Limits are set by your bank, not by us, and can change at any time. Use the filters to find your bank and account type, then confirm the current limit with your own bank.
| Bank | Account Type | Daily Limit* | Monthly Limit* | Annual Limit* | Check Your Bank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barclays | Personal | £3,000 | £3,000 | £10,000 | Barclays help |
| Barclays | Business | £15,000 | £15,000 | Check with bank | Barclays business |
| Co-operative Bank | Personal | £2,000 | £2,000 | £10,000 | Co-op help |
| First Direct | Personal | £3,000 | £3,000 | Check with bank | First Direct help |
| Halifax | Personal | £2,995 | £2,995 | Check with bank | Halifax help |
| HSBC | Personal | £3,000 | £3,000 | Check with bank | HSBC help |
| Lloyds | Personal | £2,995 | £2,995 | Check with bank | Lloyds help |
| Lloyds | Business | £4,995 | £4,995 | Check with bank | Lloyds business |
| NatWest | Personal | £3,000 | £3,000 | Check with bank | NatWest help |
| RBS | Personal | £3,000 | £3,000 | Check with bank | RBS help |
| Santander | Personal | £2,000 | £2,000 | £10,000 | Santander help |
| Santander | Business | £10,000 | £10,000 | Check with bank | Santander business |
| Starling | Personal | £5,000 | £5,000 | Check with bank | Starling help |
| Monzo | Personal | £750 (fee possible) | £750 | Check with bank | Monzo help |
| Monzo | Business | £5,000 (fee possible) | £5,000 | Check with bank | Monzo business |
| TSB | Personal | £1,500 | £1,500 | Check with bank | TSB help |
| Virgin Money | Personal | £2,000 | £2,000 | Check with bank | Virgin Money help |
*Limits are set by each bank, are shown for general guidance only, and may change at any time. Gale Street Post Office does not set, control or guarantee these limits, and your bank may apply fees. Always confirm the current limit and any charges directly with your own bank before depositing. Information last verified: .
📋 How to Deposit Cash
| 1 | Bring your bank debit card (or paying-in slip) and the cash. |
| 2 | Visit our counter – no separate queue needed. |
| 3 | Hand your cash and card to the cashier. |
| 4 | Your cash is counted and deposited. |
| 5 | Receive a receipt and check your bank app. |
| 🪙 | Coin deposits: We accept bagged coins (standard denominations). Call ahead for large volumes. |
| 📜 | Old or damaged notes: Selected withdrawn Bank of England notes may be accepted subject to banking guidance. Lightly damaged notes may be accepted – severely damaged notes may need to be sent to the Bank of England. |
🪙 Depositing Coins
We accept bagged coins for deposit into your bank account, and a small number of loose coins too. Each bag must contain only one type of coin — please do not mix different coins in the same bag (for example, do not put £1 and £2 coins together). Fill each bag to the amount shown below, and call ahead for large volumes.
| Coin Bag | Denomination |
|---|---|
| £2 | = 20 Pounds |
| £1 | = 20 Pounds |
| 50p | = 10 Pounds |
| 20p | = 10 Pounds |
| 10p | = 5 Pounds |
| 5p | = 5 Pounds |
| 2p | = 1 Pound |
| 1p | = 1 Pound |
Bagging coins by these amounts helps us serve you quickly. A few loose coins can also be accepted. Acceptance of large coin volumes may be subject to time and operational availability — please call 01706 725399 ahead of a big deposit. Your bank’s deposit limits and any fees still apply.
⏰ Counter 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 |
▶ Watch: How to Deposit Cash
Quick guide showing how easy it is to deposit cash at Gale Street Post Office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a fee to deposit cash?
What is the maximum deposit limit?
Do I need an appointment?
Can I deposit coins?
How should I bag my coins for deposit?
Do coins have to be bagged or can they be loose?
Can I mix different coins in one bag?
How much should each coin bag contain?
Is there a charge for depositing coins?
Can I deposit a large amount of coins?
Where can I get coin bags?
Do you accept old paper banknotes?
What do I need to bring?
Which banks can I deposit cash for?
What are your opening hours for cash deposits?
Can I deposit cash for a business account?
Do you accept foreign currency for deposit?
How quickly will the cash appear in my bank account?
Can I deposit cash without a bank card?
Can I deposit cash on behalf of someone else?
Can I deposit Scottish or Northern Ireland banknotes?
Do you accept damaged or torn banknotes?
Can I split a large cash deposit across multiple transactions?
Do I need ID to deposit cash?
Can I deposit cash during weekends?
Is there parking near Gale Street Post Office?
Can retailers deposit daily takings?
Can taxi drivers deposit cash takings?
Can small businesses and self-employed customers deposit cash here?
Can I deposit cash into a savings account?
Will I get a receipt for my cash deposit?
Is there a minimum amount I can deposit?
Can I deposit cash into a Post Office account or bill payment?
Why might a large cash deposit take a little longer?
Do I need to live in Rochdale to deposit cash here?
Where can I deposit cash near me in Rochdale?
📍 Location & Directions
Find us on Gale Street in Syke. We serve Syke, Healey, Shawclough, Spotland, Norden, Wardle, Castleton, Littleborough, Milnrow, Whitworth, Smithy Bridge and Bamford – and the wider Rochdale area (OL11, OL12, OL16).
Customers visit us for cash deposits from across Rochdale including Syke, Shawclough, Healey, Spotland, Norden, Littleborough, Milnrow, Whitworth and surrounding OL11, OL12 and OL16 areas.
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Serving local businesses and residents in Rochdale
We serve customers from Syke, Healey, Shawclough, Norden, Spotland, Castleton, Littleborough, Milnrow and across Rochdale. Your local Post Office for cash deposits, withdrawals, Change Giving, and everyday banking.
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Visit us during opening hours – no appointment needed. Call ahead if you have a very large deposit or want to check your bank’s limits.
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Cash deposit availability is subject to bank participation, operational limits, fraud prevention, anti-money laundering and security checks at the time of visit.
Gale Street Post Office does not charge a fee for cash deposits. Your bank may apply limits or charges – please verify with your bank before depositing.
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.
Post Office® and the Post Office logo are registered trademarks of Post Office Limited.
Information last verified: . Gale Street Post Office – 3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale OL12 0SQ.
AI responses are automated guidance only and may not reflect current bank policies. Please confirm limits, fees and eligibility with your own bank.