Buy postage online · Drop off in branch
Buy Postage Online & Drop Off in Rochdale
Pay for your postage at home, then drop the parcel off with us. Buy through Post Office Parcels Online for Royal Mail, Evri or DPD, print the label yourself, or bring an eligible print-in-branch QR code and we will print the label at the counter. No appointment needed, and we are open seven days a week.
No printer at home? If your booking provides an eligible print-in-branch QR code, bring it on your phone and we can print the label at the counter. See the three-step guide.
Choose how to buy your postage
There is more than one way to pay for postage before you come in. All of them end the same way — you bring the parcel to our counter and we accept it.
| How you buy | What you get | What to do |
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| Post Office Parcels Online | Royal Mail, Evri and DPD services in one place. Live prices are shown when you get a quote. | Book and pay on Post Office Parcels Online, then bring the label or QR code in. |
| Royal Mail Click & Drop | Royal Mail services, plus a Labels to Go QR code if you cannot print at home. | Buy on Click & Drop, then bring the printed label or the QR code from your email. |
| Drop & Go | A free prepaid account. Hand the parcels over, we process them, no queueing. | Open an account, top up, then drop and go. See our Drop & Go page. |
| Marketplace and courier labels | Labels bought in the eBay, Vinted, Evri or DPD app or website. | Only use a marketplace or courier label when its booking journey shows Gale Street Post Office as an eligible drop-off location. |
| Amazon returns | Returns started in your Amazon account. | Handled separately — we are an Amazon Hub Counter. See our Amazon Hub Counter page. |
A note on prices and services
Online prices, services and carrier choices are set by Post Office Ltd and the carriers, not by the branch, and they can change. The prices on this page were correct when it was last reviewed — always check the live price when you book.
Important: do not guess, under-declare or use vague descriptions such as “gift” or “clothes”. Give an honest, specific description, quantity and value. Customs authorities and the destination country decide any duties, taxes, restrictions or delivery outcomes.
Scan to buy your postage online
Opens the Post Office Parcels Online booking page on your phone.
No printer? We’ll print your label
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Book and pay online
Buy your postage on Parcels Online, Click & Drop, or in a marketplace app. Pick your service, size and weight, and pay.
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Bring an eligible QR code
If your confirmation email contains an eligible Post Office print-in-branch or Royal Mail Labels to Go QR code, and Gale Street Post Office is shown as a drop-off point, show it on your phone at the counter — nothing needs printing at home.
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We scan and print it
We scan the code and print an eligible label. Follow the label or booking instructions and attach it to your parcel — for Royal Mail Labels to Go you attach the label yourself — then hand the parcel over and we will give you a proof of postage receipt.
Royal Mail Labels to Go QR codes cover most Royal Mail services, but not Parcelforce services, not Tracked 24 or Tracked 48 with Age Verification, and not international services where the item value is over £270. If your service is not eligible, print the label at home before you come in. The full list is in Royal Mail’s Labels to Go rules.
Sizes, weights and restrictions
Post Office Parcels Online covers parcels up to 1 metre on the longest side, in weight bands up to 1kg, 1–2kg, 2–5kg and over 5kg. If your parcel falls outside the online booking options, check with us before you pay; service limits and acceptance criteria apply. Some items cannot be posted at all, and others need special handling, so please ask before you buy the postage if you are unsure.
Royal Mail UK and international items: Check the official Royal Mail size and weight guidance — UK and international. Royal Mail, other carriers and Post Office Parcels Online can have different limits, so confirm the selected service during booking.
Sending abroad? Customs details for Post Office Parcels Online are completed during the booking journey, so follow the on-screen steps and the official guidance for your destination country. Our customs forms page explains what is needed.
What to bring to the counter
1. The parcel, packed and sealed
Pack it properly and seal it before you arrive. We cannot accept an open parcel, and we do not repack items at the counter.
2. Your label or QR code
Either the printed label already attached to the parcel, or the QR code from your confirmation email on your phone.
3. The recipient’s full address
Keep the full address and postcode to hand in case anything needs checking or reprinting while you are here.
Buying postage online: your questions answered
Can I buy postage online and drop the parcel off with you?
Yes. Buy your postage through Post Office Parcels Online, Royal Mail Click and Drop, or a marketplace app, then bring the parcel to our counter in Rochdale. There is no appointment and no booking slot — just come in during opening hours.
I have no printer — can you print my label?
Yes, where your booking, retailer or carrier provides an eligible Post Office print-in-branch or Royal Mail Labels to Go QR code and Gale Street Post Office is offered as a drop-off point. Bring the QR code on your phone and we will scan it and print an eligible label at the counter. Follow the label or booking instructions and attach the label to your parcel before you hand it over. There is no extra charge once the postage has been paid.
Which carriers can I drop off at Gale Street Post Office?
We accept Royal Mail and Parcelforce Worldwide, and we are also an Evri and DPD drop-off point. Post Office Parcels Online lets you buy Royal Mail, Evri and DPD services in one place. Amazon returns are handled separately through our Amazon Hub Counter service.
How much does it cost to buy postage online?
Live prices are shown when you get a quote. The final price depends on the size, weight and service you choose. Prices are set by Post Office Ltd and the carriers, so always check the live price when you book.
What is Drop & Go, and do I need it?
Drop & Go is a free prepaid Post Office account. You top up a balance, hand your parcels over without queueing, and we process them the same day. It is worth having if you post regularly, but you do not need it for a one-off parcel.
When is the last time I can post for next-day delivery?
The Royal Mail Special Delivery next-day guarantee cut-off is 16:45 Monday–Friday and 11:45 Saturday. Later Saturday acceptance may be available, but next-day delivery is not guaranteed after the cut-off.
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Branch contact
Bring your parcel and your label or QR code to the counter. If you are not sure which service to buy, call or message us before you book online.
- Address3–5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale OL12 0SQ
- Phone01706 725399
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- Opening hoursMon–Sat 09:30–20:00 · Sun 09:30–16:00 — see full hours
Location & Directions
Find us on Gale Street in Syke. We serve customers from across Rochdale and beyond for postage and parcel drop-off services.
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3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale, OL12 0SQ
Opening hours
| Monday–Saturday | 09:30–20:00 |
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| Sunday | 09:30–16:00 |
| Bank holidays | Please check the live branch-status notice at the top of the site, or call first. |
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Last reviewed: 03-08-2026. Gale Street Post Office is an independently operated Post Office branch serving Rochdale under agreement with Post Office Limited. This page provides general local service information only; online postage prices, services and carrier availability are set by Post Office Limited and the carriers and can change without notice. Always check the live price and service before you pay.