Shipping policy
Delivery Information:
We aim to process all orders within two working days of receiving them. If you require your order urgently, please email us at shop@chestercathedral.com and we will do our best to assist.
UK Shipping Options:
At checkout, you can choose from the following delivery services:
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Standard Delivery – A cost-effective option for most orders. This service is fully tracked and typically arrives within 3–5 working days from dispatch.
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Express Delivery – A faster, fully tracked service, with delivery typically within 1–3 working days from dispatch. Orders placed before 12pm (noon) are usually dispatched the same working day.
Delivery charges are based on the total weight of your order and your chosen delivery method. Final shipping costs will be displayed at checkout.
All orders are carefully packed to ensure they arrive safely.
Pricing and Postage:
All prices are listed in GBP and include VAT where applicable.
Delivery charges are calculated based on the combined weight of your order and your selected delivery method.
While we make every effort to ensure prices are accurate, in the event of an error:
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If the correct price is lower, we will charge the lower amount.
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If the correct price is higher, we will contact you before proceeding with your order.
Isle of Man & Jersey Shipping:
We are pleased to offer shipping to the Isle of Man and Jersey.
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Isle of Man – Orders are treated like UK deliveries, including UK VAT, and no additional customs charges apply. Delivery times are typically 3–5 working days for standard shipping.
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Jersey – Orders are treated as international shipments. UK VAT is not charged, and your parcel may be subject to local taxes, import duties, and handling fees, which are collected by local authorities upon delivery. Delivery times are typically 3–5 working days for standard shipping.
All parcels are carefully packaged to ensure they arrive safely.
International Shipping:
We currently offer shipping to Austria, France, Germany, Ireland, and the Netherlands:
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Shipping cost (per order, up to 21 kg, tracked via DPD):
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France: £9.95
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Germany: £10.30
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Netherlands: £13.60
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Ireland: £13.80
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Austria: £14.90
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Estimated delivery time: 4–7 working days from dispatch
All parcels are carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery.
Please note: Your parcel may be subject to import VAT and duties, which are collected by your local authorities. You may be asked to pay these before your parcel is delivered, usually via a secure link from the carrier. The amount is based on the value of the goods plus shipping and may include a small handling fee.
Example:
3 glass ornaments + shipping (£12.50) = £52.50
Estimated import VAT (~20–21%) = £8–£9
Handling fees = £3–£5
Total estimated cost on delivery: £63–£66
Customs charges vary by country. This example is provided as a guide.
Delivery Issues:
If your order has not arrived within the expected timeframe, please contact us and we will investigate with the courier.
We are not responsible for delivery delays caused by events outside our control, such as courier disruptions, strikes, or severe weather, or for failed deliveries due to incorrect or incomplete address information provided at checkout.