Think about it: your mail carrier walks miles every day, dodging dogs, rain, and the occasional rogue garden gnome. Bank Holidays are their chance to finally binge-watch that show you’ve been raving about. Fair play to them. It’s a union agreement, and honestly, who doesn’t love a three-day weekend?
Plus, Royal Mail is a business, and businesses typically close on public holidays. They’re not being mean—they’re just giving their staff a break. Imagine if you had to work every single Bank Holiday; you’d probably start posting letters to yourself just to feel alive.
The Fine Print: What About Picking Up Mail?
If you’re hoping to pop down to the local sorting office to collect a parcel you missed, brace yourself. Most Customer Service Points are closed on Bank Holidays. That means no magical redemption for your missed delivery card. You’ll have to wait until the next working day—and yes, that feels like an eternity.
Pro tip: Don’t try to camp outside the post office with a sleeping bag. They will not open just because you’re doing a sad face through the window. Trust me, I’ve tried.
