UPS Drop Off Near Me — Kentish Town, North London
Drop off a UPS parcel, print your label, return an Amazon order or get help packaging a fragile item — all in one visit. Postal & Courier Etc has been North London's local UPS, DHL and FedEx shipping point since 2006, serving Highgate, Hampstead, Camden, Archway and Tufnell Park.
A local UPS drop off that does more than take your parcel
No label? No problem
Forgot to print your UPS label at home? We'll print it for you at the counter, ready to attach.
Packed on the spot
Loose item, awkward shape, or something fragile? We box and cushion it properly before it ships.
Returns handled
Amazon, eBay and marketplace returns accepted — bring your QR code or returns label and we'll do the rest.
Real, local advice
Speak to a person who knows North London — not a call centre. In-store since 2006.
Your North London courier and packing specialist
Postal & Courier Etc is an independent shipping centre on Chetwynd Road in Kentish Town, trading since 2006. We handle UPS, DHL and FedEx parcels alongside mailbox rental, printing, passport photos and packaging supplies — which means a UPS drop off here can also solve the label, box and printing part of your errand in the same visit. We're used by residents, students, small businesses, galleries and studios across Highgate, Hampstead, Camden, Archway, Tufnell Park and the wider NW5, N6, N19 and NW3 postcodes.
- UPS parcel drop off accepted at the counter
- Labels printed in store if you don't have one
- Fragile and valuable items professionally packed
- Amazon and marketplace returns processed
- International shipping with UPS, DHL and FedEx
- Business and regular-shipper accounts supported
What is a UPS Access Point?
A UPS Access Point is a local shop or shipping centre — rather than a UPS depot — where you can drop off a pre-labelled parcel, or have a new shipment booked and labelled for you. Instead of waiting in for a UPS driver or travelling to a depot, you bring your parcel to us during opening hours, we scan it in, and it joins the UPS network from there. It's the same idea used by DHL Service Points and FedEx Ship Centres — Postal & Courier Etc supports all three, so you're not tied to one carrier if your item needs to go a particular way.
Everything you need for a UPS shipment, in one visit
UPS Drop Off
Bring a labelled UPS parcel to our Kentish Town counter any time during opening hours — no appointment needed.
UPS Returns
Sending an item back to a retailer via UPS? Hand it over with your returns label or QR code and we'll process it.
Amazon Returns
We accept eligible Amazon and marketplace returns carried by UPS — no need to repackage at home if we can help.
Parcel Collection
Need a courier to collect instead? We arrange collection from homes, offices, hotels, galleries and solicitors across London.
Label Printing
Email or show us your UPS label and we'll print it in store — useful if you're travelling light or your printer's out of ink.
Packaging Service
Quality boxes, bubble wrap, tape and cushioning materials on site, with staff who can pack it properly for you.
Fragile Packaging
Artwork, glassware, electronics and awkward shapes packed with extra protection and, where available, shipping insurance.
International Shipping
UPS Worldwide Saver, Expedited and Standard services alongside DHL and FedEx for parcels heading outside the UK.
Business Shipping
Bulk drop-off, regular collections and account arrangements for local businesses, studios and online sellers.
Tracking your UPS parcel
Once your parcel leaves our counter it's scanned into the UPS network and given a tracking number, which you'll find on your receipt or confirmation email. You can follow its progress directly on UPS.com, or use a consolidated tracker such as ParcelsApp if you're also tracking items with DHL, FedEx or Royal Mail. If a tracking update looks wrong or hasn't moved in a few days, call us on +44 207 267 3131 and we can help you look into it.
What can and can't be shipped
Most everyday items ship without any issue. A few categories need extra paperwork, special packaging, or can't be shipped by courier at all.
Typically fine to ship
- Clothing, books and documents
- Electronics, properly packed
- Gifts and personal items
- Business samples and stock
- Artwork, with specialist packing
Restricted or prohibited
- Aerosols, flammable or hazardous goods
- Lithium batteries shipped alone (rules apply)
- Perishable food without special handling
- Cash, coins and bullion
- Weapons and ammunition
This list is a general guide, not a complete one. If you're unsure whether an item can be shipped, or need to confirm dangerous goods documentation, call ahead on +44 207 267 3131 before you travel. See also: Dangerous & Prohibited Goods.
Delivery estimates and pricing
Delivery time and price depend on the destination, weight, dimensions and the UPS service you choose. As a guide, UPS options we book most often for North London customers include:
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| UPS Standard | UK and nearby European parcels | [ADD CURRENT TRANSIT TIME] |
| UPS Worldwide Expedited | International, cost-conscious | [ADD CURRENT TRANSIT TIME] |
| UPS Worldwide Saver | International, faster delivery | [ADD CURRENT TRANSIT TIME] |
| Worldwide Express / Plus | Urgent international documents & parcels | [ADD CURRENT TRANSIT TIME] |
| Express Critical | Time-critical, high-priority shipments | [ADD CURRENT TRANSIT TIME] |
*Transit times are indicative and depend on customs, destination and season. Pricing is quoted per parcel based on weight, dimensions and destination — email us for a free quote or call in with your parcel for an exact price. [ADD CURRENT PRICE LIST OR STARTING-FROM RATES]
Opening hours, parking and getting here
🕘 Opening Hours
| Monday – Friday | 9:30am – 5:30pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am – 4:00pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on bank holidays — call ahead to confirm before a special trip. [CONFIRM BANK HOLIDAY HOURS]
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Areas we serve near Kentish Town
Most of our UPS drop-off customers walk or drive in from the surrounding North London neighbourhoods, including Highgate, Hampstead, Camden, Archway, Tufnell Park, Dartmouth Park, Crouch End, Muswell Hill, Finchley, Wood Green, Islington, Haringey and Barnet. If you're further out, our courier collection service can arrange pickup instead of a drop off.
Nearby landmarks
Close to Highgate Cemetery, Hampstead Heath, Kentish Town Health Centre and Dartmouth Park Hill — [ADD EXACT WALKING DISTANCES/DIRECTIONS FROM KEY LANDMARKS].
What our customers say
"Dropped off a UPS parcel on my lunch break — printed my label for me and had it packed and gone in five minutes."
"Sorted a fragile item with proper packaging, something I wouldn't have trusted to a regular post box."
"Handled an Amazon return and a UPS shipment in the same visit. Easy, and the staff know what they're doing."
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UPS drop off — common questions
Where can I drop off a UPS parcel near me?
At Postal & Courier Etc, 58 Chetwynd Road, Dartmouth Park, London NW5 1DJ — a short walk from Kentish Town, Highgate, Hampstead and Tufnell Park.
Can I print my UPS label in store?
Yes. Show us the label on your phone or email it ahead of your visit and we'll print it at the counter.
Where is the nearest UPS Access Point?
Postal & Courier Etc functions as a local UPS drop-off and shipping point in Kentish Town — see our UPS Store London page for full store details.
How late is UPS collection?
Cut-off times vary by service and destination. Call +44 207 267 3131 on the day to confirm today's deadline before travelling.
Can you package my parcel in store?
Yes — we stock boxes, bubble wrap, tape and cushioning, and can pack fragile or awkward items for you on the spot.
Can I send international parcels with UPS here?
Yes, alongside DHL and FedEx, with Worldwide Saver, Expedited and Express service options depending on destination and urgency.
Can I return an Amazon parcel through you?
We accept eligible marketplace returns carried by UPS — bring your QR code or returns label to the counter.
Do you offer business shipping?
Yes, we support regular shippers and local businesses with bulk drop-off and account arrangements — contact us to discuss your volume.
What items can't be shipped?
Hazardous materials, aerosols, certain batteries, cash and weapons are restricted or prohibited. See our shipping restrictions section above or call ahead to confirm your item.
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Ready to send your UPS parcel?
Bring it in, or call ahead if you need packaging, label printing or a quote first. We're on Chetwynd Road, Kentish Town — six days a week.
