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Parcel Motel Thread (post all related questions here)

swampy353 · 2012-07-11 20:53:24

Parcel Motel FAQ thread by flyguy. If you go to parcelmotel.com and pre register for the service that launches tomorrow you get 3 free drops at the parcel motel. Also it allows you to get items delivered to an address in the north for any sites that will only do uk delivery or have ridiculous postage charges outside the uk

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#1022 06-10-2012 8:08am
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Esel wrote: »

Think they mean where are the lockers in the station..

Think I saw a mention of this being resolved now - but in case anyone is wondering - its at the back left corner. So instead of turning to the right when entering the filling station - keep left/drive around the back of the building and its right in front of you.
You can see it from the entrance if you keep left...

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#1023 06-10-2012 3:26pm
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im sure all of us sometime ordered stuff through the post,and an post or the customs has opened it,as for me,i bought a dvd from a shop,and the customs seized it,sent me a letter telling me,it was conterfeit,how they knew ill never know,and also anyone looking to order aftershaves/perfumes,for xmas,try cheapsmells,good quick postage,for any one having problems ordering fragrances from amazon,try these.

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#1024 06-10-2012 3:45pm
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postmanpat78 wrote: »

im sure all of us sometime ordered stuff through the post,and an post or the customs has opened it,as for me,i bought a dvd from a shop,and the customs seized it,sent me a letter telling me,it was conterfeit,how they knew ill never know,and also anyone looking to order aftershaves/perfumes,for xmas,try cheapsmells,good quick postage,for any one having problems ordering fragrances from amazon,try these.

I think people understand the need for customs to inspect items.
Would understand the need for Parcel Motel to have a look if they need an address or whatever. How often would that need really occur though?

Quite a few reports lately of Parcel Motel having a gander in customers parcels. Suppose it wouldn't really bother me with most items but I would prefer if they didn't.

Wonder is it market research? Grab a look at what customers are buying and from which retailer.

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#1025 06-10-2012 4:12pm
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I don't mind if they have a look at the copious amounts of pornog.....erm photography that I order over the net.

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#1026 08-10-2012 12:05am
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I ordered a package from matalan to my parcel novel., first time to use the service.
Used the antrim address but haven't heard anything from them, who should I contact

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#1027 08-10-2012 12:24am
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javagal wrote: »

I ordered a package from matalan to my parcel novel., first time to use the service.
Used the antrim address but haven't heard anything from them, who should I contact

Maybe you made a few typos when entering the address?

You could send a PM to Parcel Motel: Orla with all your details.

Not your ornery onager

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#1028 08-10-2012 11:34am
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According to their twitter reply they should have a Parcel Motel opening in Cork in a "matter of weeks". Sweeeet

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#1029 08-10-2012 11:38am
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Pj! wrote: »

I think people understand the need for customs to inspect items.
Would understand the need for Parcel Motel to have a look if they need an address or whatever. How often would that need really occur though?

Quite a few reports lately of Parcel Motel having a gander in customers parcels. Suppose it wouldn't really bother me with most items but I would prefer if they didn't.

Wonder is it market research? Grab a look at what customers are buying and from which retailer.

Parcels arriving into Ireland via Parcel Motel are subjectto the same customs and border controls as any other conventional deliverymethod (e.g. by Post or Courier). In normal circumstances though we will only open a parcel ifPMID or name information is incomplete (a lot of parcels arrive with incompleteinformation) or if we suspect the parcel contains prohibited items in whichcase we will inform the relevant authorities.
For smooth and fastest transition thorough ourcheck in centres ensure that you have the name as registered and the PMIDclearly shown in the address information. The process is fully automated ifboth pieces of information are present and correct.

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#1030 08-10-2012 1:42pm
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Funkyzeit wrote: »

According to their twitter reply they should have a Parcel Motel opening in Cork in a "matter of weeks". Sweeeet

I will have no money left when they open .
For years I could not order items from UK retailers,its all about to end soon.:)

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#1031 08-10-2012 3:50pm
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Is cork due for motels before December? I'm itching to put the service to use

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#1032 08-10-2012 4:08pm
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BArra wrote: »

Is cork due for motels before December? I'm itching to put the service to use

I hope they pick a couple of decent locations near the city centre. I'm sick to the teeth of having to go all the way out to Knocknaheeny to pick up parcels, An Post couldn't have put that parcel office in a more awkward place. I'll happily pay the €3.50 extra just to have my parcel dropped to a location that's less hassle to get to.

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#1033 09-10-2012 2:25am
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In theory couldnt people use this as a P.O. box?

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#1034 09-10-2012 2:26am
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B.A._Baracus wrote: »

In theory couldnt people use this as a P.O. box?

Sure, at €3.50 a pop....

Not your ornery onager

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#1035 09-10-2012 2:59am
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Esel wrote: »

Sure, at €3.50 a pop....

A good point.
But considering it can cost at least €130 per month to have one with An Post. Wouldn't seem a bad option for a small business or service.

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#1036 09-10-2012 4:18pm
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According to their twitter reply they should have a Parcel Motel opening in Cork in a "matter of weeks". Sweeeet

I hope they pick a couple of decent locations near the city centre. I'm sick to the teeth of having to go all the way out to Knocknaheeny to pick up parcels, An Post couldn't have put that parcel office in a more awkward place. I'll happily pay the €3.50 extra just to have my parcel dropped to a location that's less hassle to get to

Really hope the lockers as you say are in decent locations, its a pain in the neck with An Post when no-one is at home.

They shall be sick of my face when it opens

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#1037 09-10-2012 4:46pm
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Any news on Wexford?

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#1038 09-10-2012 5:03pm
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Hey just wondering when we will have a Parcel Motel in Limerick?

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#1039 09-10-2012 10:21pm
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It Appears that the Postcode in royal mails records for Parcel Motel is BT36 4PE and not 4PX i suppose every system is different but I had a problem with this on my first order to Parcel Motel-Worth noting if any sellers come back to you re the address

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#1040 09-10-2012 11:04pm
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devotional1993 wrote: »

It Appears that the Postcode in royal mails records for Parcel Motel is BT36 4PE and not 4PX i suppose every system is different but I had a problem with this on my first order to Parcel Motel-Worth noting if any sellers come back to you re the address

Just read this from their FAQ: "Some sites will want to change the 4PX part of the postcode on the Belfast address to 4PE. 4PX is the Mallusk Road and 4PE is the McKinney Road. As our depot is on the corner of both roads, either postcode will work".

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#1041 09-10-2012 11:12pm
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Just used PM for the first time. Very impressed. Ordered from argos uk on Thursday night...collected on Tuesday night.

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#1042 10-10-2012 3:43am
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devotional1993 wrote: »

It Appears that the Postcode in royal mails records for Parcel Motel is BT36 4PE and not 4PX i suppose every system is different but I had a problem with this on my first order to Parcel Motel-Worth noting if any sellers come back to you re the address

gebbel wrote: »

Just read this from their FAQ: "Some sites will want to change the 4PX part of the postcode on the Belfast address to 4PE. 4PX is the Mallusk Road and 4PE is the McKinney Road. As our depot is on the corner of both roads, either postcode will work".

See Parcel Motel: Orla's post a few pages back. BT36 4PE is now the recommended postcode, and 'Mallusk' is not needed in the address anymore.

Not your ornery onager

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#1043 10-10-2012 6:21am
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jaypea1 wrote: »

Just used PM for the first time. Very impressed. Ordered from argos uk on Thursday night...collected on Tuesday night.

Ah Ha! Thanks for reminding me about using PM for them! Many times I have noted how the UK are way better value than the irish ones when I'm looking for stuff.

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#1044 10-10-2012 8:20am
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Esel wrote: »

See Parcel Motel: Orla's post a few pages back. BT36 4PE is now the recommended postcode, and 'Mallusk' is not needed in the address anymore.

Why haven't they sent a email to there customers stating this

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#1045 10-10-2012 10:04am
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Hi, just used the service for the 1st time and have to say this is an excellent service and could not fault it. Thanks.

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#1046 10-10-2012 11:08am
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Used it this morning for the first time. Got the text nice and early, rambled down with the dogs. Picked up parcel. Saved a few quid on postage.2 more parcels on the way now that are normally uk delivery only. Bought some credit too. Seems to be a great system. Im going to give this motel top marks on Tripadvisor!

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#1047 10-10-2012 5:42pm
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How does parcelmotel work with multiple packages?

Say I am ordering 7 dvds from amazon.com and they don't ship everything together. Would I be charged 3.50 per parcel?

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#1048 10-10-2012 5:50pm
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B.A._Baracus wrote: »

How does parcelmotel work with multiple packages?

Say I am ordering 7 dvds from amazon.com and they don't ship everything together. Would I be charged 3.50 per parcel?

Yes, you'll be charged per parcel.

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#1049 10-10-2012 9:06pm
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Will it matter if your PMID is on the same line as your name? Trying to order something but its not allowing much space to fit everything in.

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#1050 10-10-2012 9:10pm
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markc1184 wrote: »

Will it matter if your PMID is on the same line as your name? Trying to order something but its not allowing much space to fit everything in.

Nope, it'll be fine.

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#1051 10-10-2012 9:26pm
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What's the story with customs payments on Amazon.com deliveries with this service? Do they refuse to handle such deliveries? Anybody know?

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