Post Office Open Late in Rochdale: Until 8PM, 7 Days a Week
Looking for a Post Office open late in Rochdale? Gale Street Post Office in Syke is open until 8PM Monday to Saturday and 9:30am–4pm on Sundays — no appointment needed. So if you finish work after the usual 5:30 closing time, or you’ve got a parcel to drop, banking to do or travel money to pick up at the weekend, you can still get it sorted. We’re at 3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale, OL12 0SQ, and we’ve served the local community for over 30 years.
Most Post Offices in the area shut by late afternoon and close on
Sundays. We deliberately stay open into the evening and all weekend because that’s when a lot of people actually need us — after the school run, after a shift, or on a quiet Sunday.
Our opening hours
| Monday – Saturday | 09:30 – 20:00 |
| Sunday | 09:30 – 16:00 |
On bank holidays our hours can differ — it’s always worth a quick call on 01706 725399 to confirm.
Why late opening makes life easier
If you work 9-to-5, a Post Office that closes at 5:30 is no help at all. Staying open until 8PM means you can:
- Post and drop parcels after work — Royal Mail, Parcelforce, DPD and Evri, all at one counter.
- Do your banking in the evening — pay in or withdraw cash and pay in cheques for most major UK banks.
- Return an Amazon order on your way home, at our Amazon Hub Counter.
- Pick up travel money the evening before an early flight.
No appointment, no fuss — just pop in.
What you can sort after work or at the weekend
Everything’s under one roof at our Syke branch:
- Sending parcels & letters — Royal Mail UK and International, Parcelforce, DPD and Evri.
- Amazon & carrier returns — our Amazon Hub Counter plus carrier drop-offs; just bring your QR code.
- Everyday banking — cash deposits and withdrawals and cheque deposits for most UK banks.
- Travel money — foreign currency and a Travel Money Card.
- Vehicle tax — renew your car, van or motorcycle tax (bring your V11 or V5C).
- Bill payments, top-ups, Western Union, gift cards, and printing, photocopying & scanning.
- Selected identity services — document certification and BRP collection. (We don’t offer passport applications or DBS checks at this branch.)
Selling online? Our Drop & Go service is ideal for eBay and Vinted sellers posting in volume.
Open on Sundays too
We know weekends are when many people finally get a chance to catch up on errands, so we’re open Sundays 9:30am to 4pm. It’s one of the few places in north Rochdale where you can post a parcel, do your banking or return an Amazon order on a Sunday.
Last posting and drop-off times
Posting something time-sensitive? As a guide:
- Royal Mail Special Delivery / next-day: final acceptance around 4:45PM.
- Evri & DPD drop-off: around 1:00PM for same-day handover.
- Sundays: no collections, but you can still drop off ready for the next working day.
Cut-offs can vary, so ask our team on the day for the latest times.
Where to find us
We’re at 3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale, OL12 0SQ, a short distance from Rochdale town centre. There’s roadside parking nearby and bus stops within walking distance. We serve Syke, Healey, Shawclough, Spotland, Norden and the wider Rochdale area (OL11, OL12, OL15, OL16).
Get directions · Call 01706 725399
Frequently asked questions
What time does Gale Street Post Office close?
We’re open until 8PM Monday to Saturday and 4PM on Sundays. We open at 9:30am every day.
Is there a Post Office open after 5pm near Rochdale?
Yes — Gale Street Post Office in Syke is open until 8PM Monday to Saturday, so you can post, bank and return parcels after work.
Is any Post Office open on Sundays in Rochdale?
Yes, we’re open Sundays 9:30am–4pm for parcels, returns, banking and more.
Do I need an appointment?
No. Every service is walk-in — just pop in during opening hours.
Can I return an Amazon parcel in the evening?
Yes — we’re an Amazon Hub Counter and open until 8PM, so bring your QR code any evening Monday to Saturday (or on a Sunday until 4pm).
Are bank holiday hours different?
They can be. On bank holidays please call 01706 725399 to confirm before travelling.
Pop in to Gale Street Post Office — 3-5 Gale Street, Syke, Rochdale OL12 0SQ. Open 7 days, until 8PM Monday to Saturday. Service availability, prices, limits and opening hours may change — please confirm in branch or by phone. Gale Street Post Office is an independent branch operating under agreement with Post Office Ltd.
