Mr Fro Posted January 29, 2020 Posted January 29, 2020 As the title says really, I need to set one up and wondered how it works and if there are any cheaper and not dodgy alternatives.Cheers,Fro Quote
Guest Posted January 29, 2020 Posted January 29, 2020 Type ..........................How to apply for a PO Box............................... into google and follow the steps or use this linkhttps://www.royalmail.com/sites/royalmail.com/files/2019-10/royal-mail-po-box-application-form-march-2019.pdfOr you can fill out an application form (pdf, 414.43 KB) and send the completed form with a cheque and proof of ID to:Royal Mail PO Box TeamDearne HouseCortonwood DriveBramptonBARNSLEYS73 0UF Please note:Your payment card must be registered to the address you use to complete your application for a Royal Mail PO Box.It takes up to 7 days to set up your PO Box®. Quote
Stu Posted January 29, 2020 Posted January 29, 2020 Just get shit posted 3 doors down and get them to bring it round Surely thats more help than the first reply Quote
EX GASMAN Posted January 30, 2020 Posted January 30, 2020 Years ago I had a PO box, and it worked well, can't remember the cost but it was a long time ago. I also found an agency that took in mail it was cheaper and more convenient Quote
Mr Fro Posted January 30, 2020 Author Posted January 30, 2020 Years ago I had a PO box, and it worked well, can't remember the cost but it was a long time ago. I also found an agency that took in mail it was cheaper and more convenient Don't suppose you remember the name do you? Quote
EX GASMAN Posted January 31, 2020 Posted January 31, 2020 Years ago I had a PO box, and it worked well, can't remember the cost but it was a long time ago. I also found an agency that took in mail it was cheaper and more convenient Don't suppose you remember the name do you? Sorry it was over 30 years ago, in Portsmouth, but a few copy/ office type places did it then, have you tried to google? also it's likely you would need a local one, as I collected the post from them. Quote
EX GASMAN Posted January 31, 2020 Posted January 31, 2020 https://www.scanmypost.co.uk/Just found this, any good? no use if you want to receive anything but letters Quote
EX GASMAN Posted January 31, 2020 Posted January 31, 2020 https://ghostmail.co.uk/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAvc_xBRCYARIsAC5QT9ni8pm1fuegCfK9HOef2qJ9Hx_AR8a338knUAg5LPzOmmksUzBGke0aAnvUEALw_wcBor this Quote
learningtofly Posted January 31, 2020 Posted January 31, 2020 I use a PO box for my business address, having formerly spent unnecessarily on a virtual office that provided no tangible benefits whatsoever. Works very well for my needs, and I pay about £300 p.a. instead of 4 times that for the virtual office. Quote
Mr Fro Posted January 31, 2020 Author Posted January 31, 2020 Thanks Gasman, I've seen both of those before and the idea of someone rifling through my sensitive post doesn't give me the warm and fuzzies.I was trying to avoid Royal Mail as I think they're a bit steep for what they do plus it's the best part of an hour trip to pick things up. Quote
Stu Posted January 31, 2020 Posted January 31, 2020 What is it you are trying to achieve [mention]Mr Fro[/mention] Is it just to hide your address? Quote
Mr Fro Posted January 31, 2020 Author Posted January 31, 2020 What is it you are trying to achieve @Mr Fro Is it just to hide your address? I wouldn't say hide exactly. I want to change my business address and keep costs as low as possible while my workshop situation is in flux, that's all. Quote
winston smith Posted January 31, 2020 Posted January 31, 2020 I used a firm called "my UK mail" a few years back - avoid them, they are shite. Quote
Stu Posted January 31, 2020 Posted January 31, 2020 What is it you are trying to achieve @Mr Fro Is it just to hide your address? I wouldn't say hide exactly. I want to change my business address and keep costs as low as possible while my workshop situation is in flux, that's all. use the inlaws! Quote
Mr Fro Posted January 31, 2020 Author Posted January 31, 2020 use the inlaws!My father in law died recently so I don't want to cause my mother in law any extra hassle.Besides, she'd be liable if something went pear shaped. Quote
Stu Posted January 31, 2020 Posted January 31, 2020 use the inlaws!My father in law died recently so I don't want to cause my mother in law any extra hassle.Besides, she'd be liable if something went pear shaped. Ah! sorry to hear that! Quote
Mr Fro Posted January 31, 2020 Author Posted January 31, 2020 Ah! sorry to hear that! Cheers mate. Quote
learningtofly Posted February 1, 2020 Posted February 1, 2020 Thanks Gasman, I've seen both of those before and the idea of someone rifling through my sensitive post doesn't give me the warm and fuzzies.I was trying to avoid Royal Mail as I think they're a bit steep for what they do plus it's the best part of an hour trip to pick things up. You don't have to pick your post up - they'll deliver it to you. Quote
skyrider Posted February 1, 2020 Posted February 1, 2020 yea we have a letter box in our front door Quote
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