With so many parcel drop off options available, how do you know which one is right for you? At Evri we recognise that everyone’s situation is different and calls for a different solution, and so in this guide, we intend to showcase the benefits of our various services to help you determine the ideal drop-off point for your parcel. But first, take a look at a quick list of features that might answer any questions you have:
ParcelShop | Locker | |
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Tracking notifications | ParcelShop Yes | Locker Yes |
Nearby parking | ParcelShop Yes | Locker Yes |
Pay at location | ParcelShop Yes | Locker No |
Opening times | ParcelShop 7 days a week, long opening hours | Locker 24/7 |
Locations | ParcelShop 9,000+ | Locker 7,000+ |
ParcelShop Yes | Locker Yes - except InPost | |
Size | ParcelShop 120cm length, 245cm circumference | Locker 62cm x 57cm x 39cm |
Packageless returns | ParcelShop Yes, with some retailers | Locker No |
Of course, location is among the most important factors when it comes to dropping off a parcel. We’re partnered with Tesco, Post Office, and hundreds of other convenient stores across the country, totalling over 9,000+ locations, which means you’re never too far from a ParcelShop. By using our ParcelShop finder tool, you can quickly and easily locate your nearest ParcelShop.
We also have 7,000+ Lockers across the country, so it may well be that a locker is just around the corner. In fact, when you combine that with our ParcelShop network, 94% of the UK population lives within 2 miles of one of our locations! You can use our Locker finding tool to check for lockers in your area, in which case these may be the option for you!
Nothing beats a friendly face when you’re utilising a service. When you visit any of our ParcelShops around the country you are guaranteed to be accompanied by one of our trained partners who will help make the parcel drop off experience as easy as possible. Our Print In ParcelShop devices also allow Evri customers to print their labels in-store, so all you need to do is bring your parcel and the code you received when you booked. We’ll take care of handling the package to ensure that it reaches its next destination safely and securely.
Maybe you consider yourself an enthusiast of modern technology and are keen to check out the latest in 21st Century parcel sending solutions. Our lockers utilise touchscreen interfaces, barcode scanners, multiple CCTV security cameras, and unique parcel codes for state-of-the-art parcel handling. You can also divert your parcel into an Evri locker at your desired location, creating an innovative end-to-end digitised courier experience.
The reality is that no innovation is able to make our lockers infinite in size, as much as we might wish they were. Our largest locker measures 62cm x 57cm x 39cm, which may not be large enough for your parcel. Thankfully our ParcelShops are able to facilitate our customers looking to send a large parcel with much greater flexibility in the dimensions of the package. Saying goodbye to an old golf club? Evri is there to make sure it finds its new home safely and securely.
The nocturnal lifestyle is thriving in modern society, with more industries than ever accommodating late-night needs; and yet your traditional shipping outlets are still limited to typical opening hours. Almost all of our Lockers, however, are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, allowing you to send a parcel at your convenience. CCTV coverage and robust locking mechanisms linked to unique parcel codes means that security is no issue, even in the remotest locations.
Time is a hot commodity, and you might not find the time to make a parcel delivery in your busy schedule, so why not kill two birds with one stone? Our partnerships with Tesco, Co-op, One Stop, and many more allow you to shop and send in the same place all across the country. When you book a parcel online on evri.com, you can earn Clubcard Points to further enrich your experience sending and shopping.
We also partner with local corner shops to integrate straight into your community as a one-stop-shop for all your parcel sending needs. Our ParcelShops also boast FREE nearby parking, allowing you to easily drop off all of your parcels and leave with the weeks shopping hassle-free.
Not to worry! Our partnership with InPost allows you to drop off your parcels in over 6,000 InPost lockers around the country and receive all of the same amazing benefits that Evri provides. Take advantage of the safe and secure lockers that InPost provide, whilst also enjoying the fantastic service of our Evri couriers who will deliver your parcel straight to your recipients door. Use our ParcelShop and Locker locator to find out if the InPost Locker in your area is in our network.
We hope this guide has helped you identify which of our amazing parcel drop off services is best for you. Regardless which one you choose, we will endeavour to make sure that your parcel is delivered safely and quickly to its destination. Discover additional information about our ParcelShops and Lockers, or head straight to sending your parcel with Evri if you’ve already decided with the link below.