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Open today 09:30–20:00 · Sundays 09:30–16:00
No appointment needed · Open until 8PM Monday-Saturday · Sundays 9:30AM-4PM
Withdraw Cash at Gale Street Post Office – No Fee Charged by Us, No Appointment Needed
Withdraw cash from a supported account at our counter using an eligible physical debit or cash card and PIN, depending on your bank and account. Gale Street Post Office does not charge a branch fee for standard cash withdrawals, and you can walk in during opening hours.
No fee charged by usOpen 7 daysEligible debit or cash card & PINParticipating UK banks
Large withdrawal? Please call ahead to check cash availability. Your bank controls account limits, authorisation and eligibility.
Reviewed by Gale Street Post Office Team
Information reviewed on 5 October 2026. Bank limits and rules may change — always confirm account-specific details with your own bank.
Information reviewed on 5 October 2026. Bank limits and rules may change — always confirm account-specific details with your own bank.
Quick Information
| Location | 3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale OL12 0SQ |
|---|---|
| Counter Hours | Monday-Saturday 09:30-20:00 Sunday 09:30-16:00 Bank holidays: please call to confirm. |
| What to bring | Eligible physical debit or cash card and PIN, depending on your bank and account. Some transactions may require extra verification by your bank. |
| Service | Counter cash withdrawals, balance enquiries, cash deposits and Everyday Banking for participating banks. |
| Parking & Transport | Local street parking may be available nearby. Local bus routes serve Syke and Rochdale; check current routes before travelling. |
Branch Facilities & Services Available
| Facility | Available | Customer Note |
|---|---|---|
| Cash Withdrawals | ✓ Yes | Staff-assisted counter cash withdrawals for participating UK banks. |
| Eligible Card & PIN Service | ✓ Yes | Bring an eligible physical debit or cash card and know your PIN, depending on your bank and account. |
| Printed Receipt | ✓ Yes | Keep your receipt until your transaction is confirmed on your bank account. |
| Balance Enquiries | ✓ Yes | Available for many participating banks, subject to bank support. |
| Cash Deposits | ✓ Yes | Deposit cash into supported personal and business accounts. |
| Cheque Deposits | ✓ Yes | Cheque deposits are available for participating banks only. |
| Business Banking | ✓ Yes | Supported for many participating business accounts, subject to bank limits. |
| Phone Support | ✓ Yes | Call ahead for larger withdrawals or specific note requirements. |
| Parking Nearby | ✓ Yes | Limited local street parking may be available. Please follow local signs. |
| Accessibility Note | Call first | The branch does not currently have step-free access. Please call if you need assistance. |
Counter Opening Hours
Open today 09:30–20:00 · Sundays 09:30–16:00
| Day | Counter Opening Hours | Customer Note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30-20:00 | Walk-ins welcome. |
| Tuesday | 09:30-20:00 | Walk-ins welcome. |
| Wednesday | 09:30-20:00 | Walk-ins welcome. |
| Thursday | 09:30-20:00 | Walk-ins welcome. |
| Friday | 09:30-20:00 | Call ahead for larger withdrawals. |
| Saturday | 09:30-20:00 | Open late for local banking. |
| Sunday | 09:30-16:00 | Sunday service available subject to bank/system availability. |
| Bank Holidays | Please call to confirm | Call 01706 725399 |
Inside & Outside Gale Street Post Office
Use these branch photos to recognise Gale Street Post Office and the secure Post Office counter when you visit for cash withdrawal, balance enquiries or everyday banking.
Before You Visit Checklist
| Checklist Item | Requirement | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Eligible card | Bring an eligible physical debit or cash card and know your PIN, depending on your bank and account. | Digital wallets are not normally accepted for counter withdrawals. |
| PIN | You must know your PIN. | Staff cannot override a forgotten PIN. |
| Bank limit | Check your bank’s daily withdrawal limit. | Your own bank controls the transaction limit. |
| Larger withdrawal | Call ahead for larger cash amounts or special note mixes. | This helps us check cash availability before you travel. |
| Receipt | Keep your printed receipt. | It confirms the counter transaction. |
Cash Withdrawal Counter at Gale Street Post Office Rochdale
| Service Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Service | Cash Withdrawals |
| Service type | Staff-assisted Post Office counter cash withdrawal. |
| Personal Banking | Supported for many participating UK banks, subject to your bank’s rules. |
| Business Banking | Supported for some participating business accounts, subject to bank limits and eligibility. |
| Balance Enquiries | Available for many supported accounts. |
| Deposit Services | Cash deposits and cheque deposits are also available for participating banks. |
| Card Required | An eligible physical debit or cash card and PIN are normally required, depending on your bank and account. |
| Staff Assistance | Available at the counter during opening hours. |
| Participating Banks | Many major UK banks are supported. Check the bank table and your own bank’s latest guidance. |
| Counter Hours | Monday-Saturday 09:30-20:00. |
| Sunday Hours | 09:30-16:00, subject to bank and system availability. |
| Receipt Available | Yes. A printed receipt is normally provided after completion. |
| Cash Availability | Subject to available cash in branch. Please call ahead for large withdrawals. |
| Appointment | Not Required |
Cash Withdrawal Journey
A simple pictorial journey showing what happens when you withdraw cash at our counter.
1Bring CardBring an eligible physical debit or cash card and know your PIN, depending on your bank and account.
2Visit CounterWalk in during opening hours. No appointment needed.
3Request AmountTell the cashier how much cash you want to withdraw.
4Enter PINYour bank authorises the transaction through the card reader.
5Cash & ReceiptReceive cash and keep your printed receipt.
Selected Bank Counter Withdrawal Rules
Withdrawal limits are set by your bank, not by Gale Street Post Office. This is a selected guide to the banks listed below, with search, account-type filtering and official bank links. For the full current partner and service list, check Post Office Everyday Banking.
| Bank | Account Type | Official Post Office counter limit / account rule* | Large Withdrawal Advice | Check Your Bank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barclays | Personal | £500 maximum per Post Office transaction. Your Barclays daily card limit also applies; the standard personal-current-account default is £300 and can be changed, while other account types differ. | Check your account limit before visiting. | Post Office banking · Card limits |
| Barclays | Business | £500 maximum per Post Office transaction. The standard Barclays Business debit-card daily cash limit is £750. Account charges may apply. | Business limits depend on account type and bank authorisation. | Post Office banking · Card limits |
| Co-operative Bank | Personal | Withdraw cash at the Post Office using your debit card, subject to the daily limit applying to your card and account. Check the Co-operative Bank’s current cash-limit guidance before visiting. | Check current counter service support with your bank. | Post Office banking · Cash limits |
| First Direct | Personal | Withdraw at the Post Office up to your daily card limit. The standard default is normally £500 and may be reduced in the app. | Bank rules and card limits apply. | Cash and cheques · Limits and controls |
| Halifax | Personal | Up to £300 per day from a Halifax current account at the Post Office. This counts towards your £800 daily cash machine limit. | Subject to card, account and bank authorisation. | Post Office banking |
| HSBC | Personal | Eligible HSBC UK current-account customers can withdraw at the Post Office up to their account’s daily withdrawal limit. Limits vary by account type; check your current limit before visiting. | Check your account-specific daily limit before visiting. | Post Office banking · Card limits |
| HSBC | Business | HSBC Business Debit Card customers can withdraw up to £500 per day at the Post Office, or their card’s daily cash-withdrawal limit—whichever is lower. HSBC currently lists a £300 daily limit for Business Debit Cards. Standard account charges may apply. | Check your current card limit and account charges before visiting. | Business Post Office banking · Business Debit Card |
| Lloyds | Personal | Up to £300 per day from a Lloyds current account at the Post Office. This counts towards the overall £800 daily cash limit outside a Lloyds branch. | Subject to Lloyds account and fraud checks. | Post Office banking |
| Lloyds | Business | Withdraw at the Post Office up to the ATM limit for your Business Debit Card. The amount depends on the card/account; check your account terms. | Business rules and authorisation may vary. | Business Post Office banking |
| Nationwide | Personal | Up to £500 per day at a UK Post Office for FlexDirect, FlexAccount, FlexPlus and FlexBasic accounts. Other Nationwide account types may not support Post Office withdrawals. | Check latest supported services before visiting. | Cash withdrawals |
| NatWest | Personal | Withdraw at the Post Office up to your card’s daily limit. Default limits are £250 for Student/Graduate/Savings/Adapt, £300 for Foundation/Select/Reward/Silver/Platinum, and £750 for Black accounts. | Subject to account type and bank approval. | Post Office services · Daily limits |
| RBS | Personal | Withdraw at the Post Office up to your card’s daily limit. Default limits are £250 for Student/Graduate/Savings/Adapt/Select, £300 for Foundation/Reward/Silver/Platinum, and £750 for Black accounts. | Subject to card and bank approval. | Post Office services · Daily limits |
| Santander | Personal | Santander’s standard branch withdrawal limits apply at the Post Office; some Post Office branches will not allow withdrawals above £1,000. Contact Santander before requesting more than your cash-machine limit. | Check account-specific limits before visiting. | At the Post Office |
| Santander | Business | For eligible Santander Business accounts, up to £10,000 may be withdrawn by arranging it with Santander on the day and subject to the Post Office having enough cash. Santander charges apply above £500. | Business eligibility and limits are set by Santander. | Face-to-face banking |
| Starling | Personal | Personal and joint-account customers can withdraw up to £300 per day over a Post Office counter, free of charge. Starling cannot increase this limit. | Support and limits may differ for app-based accounts. | Post Office withdrawals |
| TSB | Personal | Your standard TSB card cash-withdrawal limit applies at the Post Office. Contact TSB to confirm the limit for your card/account. | Subject to card and bank authorisation. | Post Office banking |
| Virgin Money | Personal | Your Virgin Money daily cash-withdrawal card limit applies at the Post Office and varies by account. Check the tariff for your account. | Check account-specific limits before visiting. | Post Office banking |
*Limits are set by each bank and may depend on account type, card settings, available funds, bank authorisation, Post Office cash availability and branch transaction limits. Charges may apply for some business accounts. Check the linked official bank guidance before visiting. Information reviewed on 5 October 2026.
Service Partners & Providers
| Partner / Provider | Role | Customer Note |
|---|---|---|
| Post Office Everyday Banking | Provides the branch counter banking network. | Service availability depends on Post Office systems and branch operations. |
| Participating UK Banks | Authorise withdrawals and set limits. | Your own bank controls daily limits, eligibility and account rules. |
| Gale Street Post Office | Local Rochdale counter service point. | We help process the transaction and provide a receipt where available. |
| UK Banking Network | Supports customer banking access. | Processing times and rules may vary by bank and account type. |
Need More Information?
Use these official resources if you want to check wider Post Office banking guidance or account-specific rules.
| Customer Question | Official Information |
|---|---|
| Which banks allow cash withdrawals? | Post Office Everyday Banking explains banking services available through participating branches. |
| Looking for another branch? | Post Office Branch Finder helps check other branches and services. |
| Need account-specific limits? | Please contact your own bank directly because limits, eligibility and charges are controlled by your bank. |
| Need coins or business float? | Use our Change Giving Service page for coin bags and change guidance. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a fee to withdraw cash?
Gale Street Post Office does not charge a branch fee for standard counter cash withdrawals. Your bank or account provider may apply its own fees, limits or conditions.
What is the typical withdrawal limit?
Withdrawal limits vary by bank and account type. Check the bank table above and your bank’s current official guidance before visiting.
Do I need an appointment?
No. Walk in during opening hours with an eligible physical debit or cash card and PIN, depending on your bank and account.
Can I withdraw cash from a credit card?
No. Counter withdrawals use an eligible debit or cash card linked to a supported account, depending on your bank.
What if I do not know my PIN?
We cannot process withdrawals without a PIN. Please contact your bank if you have forgotten it.
Can I withdraw cash on Sundays?
Yes, we are normally open Sundays 09:30–16:00, subject to bank/system availability.
Can I withdraw cash from Monzo or app-based banks?
Monzo does not currently support cash withdrawals at Post Office counters for personal or business accounts. Other app-based banks vary, so please check the Post Office partner listing and your bank before visiting.
Can I withdraw cash without buying anything?
Yes. You do not need to make a purchase to withdraw cash at the counter.
Can I withdraw cash from a business account?
Many participating banks allow business account withdrawals. Limits and eligibility depend on your bank and account type.
Can someone else withdraw cash for me?
Normally no. The account holder should use their own eligible card and PIN.
Can I get part of my withdrawal in coins?
Where possible, yes, subject to coin stock. For regular or larger coin needs, our Change Giving service is usually better.
Will I receive a receipt?
Yes. A printed receipt is normally provided after the withdrawal is completed.
Where can I withdraw cash near me in Rochdale?
You can withdraw cash at Gale Street Post Office, 3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale OL12 0SQ.
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Location & Directions
Gale Street Post Office, 3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale OL12 0SQ.
Areas We Serve
Customers visit Gale Street Post Office for cash withdrawals and everyday banking from across Rochdale and nearby areas.
| Area | Service Available | Customer Note |
|---|---|---|
| Syke | ✓ Yes | Local branch area. |
| Healey | ✓ Yes | Short local journey. |
| Shawclough | ✓ Yes | Nearby Rochdale area. |
| Norden | ✓ Yes | Customers regularly visit from Norden. |
| Spotland | ✓ Yes | Everyday banking support available. |
| Castleton | ✓ Yes | Open seven days for convenience. |
| Littleborough | ✓ Yes | Please call ahead for larger withdrawals. |
| Milnrow | ✓ Yes | Counter banking subject to bank support. |
| Whitworth | ✓ Yes | Open Monday-Saturday until 8PM. |
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Information is general guidance only. Services, limits and charges are set by your own bank and may vary.
Ready to withdraw cash?
Visit Gale Street Post Office during opening hours. No appointment needed. Call ahead for larger withdrawals.
Cash withdrawal availability is subject to participating bank support, bank authorisation, available cash, fraud prevention, anti-money-laundering and security checks.
Gale Street Post Office does not charge a branch fee for standard cash withdrawals. Your bank may apply limits or conditions.
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.
Information reviewed on 5 October 2026. Gale Street Post Office – 3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale OL12 0SQ.
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