How long does Royal Mail take to deliver from the UK?

How long does Royal Mail take? Honestly, it’s a total crapshoot! Some days, First Class is like magic – bam, next day delivery, just like they say. I remember once sending a birthday card First Class, got there the very next morning! Made me feel good, you know? But other times…? It’s like they take a scenic route through the Himalayas. Seriously.

Second Class? Don’t even get me started. “Within a few days,” they say. More like “within a few weeks, sometimes!” I sent a package to my sister last Christmas – Second Class, naturally, trying to save a few pennies – and it arrived after Christmas. Ouch. Talk about a festive fail.

And holidays? Forget it! Everything just stops, doesn’t it? Like the entire postal service goes on holiday, too. I mean, I get it, people need a break, but still! It’s so frustrating when you’re waiting for something important.

Sending things to Europe? Lordy, have patience. Seriously. Last time I sent a parcel to my cousin in France, it took two weeks. Two weeks! I was practically pulling my hair out. I should have just bought a plane ticket and hand-delivered it myself. Maybe next time I will! It might have actually been quicker.

So, yeah, no guarantees with Royal Mail. It’s a bit of a lottery. You just have to hope for the best and maybe send things a little earlier than you think you need to. You know, just in case it decides to go on an unplanned detour.