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Pony Express Couriers

Pony Express runs a same day courier service across Whickham and Gateshead — covering the NE16 postcode and neighbouring NE areas — with collection in around 30 minutes and direct-drive delivery anywhere in the UK. Pricing is by quote. Call 0800 288 4052 for an instant no-obligation quote.

Whickham coverage and response times

A driver can usually reach you in Whickham within about half an hour. We cover Swalwell, Dunston, Blaydon and the wider Gateshead area, with quick access to the A1 western bypass and the A694, plus easy links over the Tyne into Newcastle and south towards Durham.

Industries we move every day in Whickham

Tyneside's mix of manufacturing, engineering, retail (with the nearby Metrocentre), offshore and energy services and professional firms keeps us carrying production parts, retail stock, fabrication components, medical samples and urgent documents — all on dedicated direct vehicles.

Vehicle options from Whickham

Vehicle Typical load Best for
Motorbike Documents, small packages Fast local runs
Small van Up to ~400kg Parcels and cartons
SWB / LWB van Up to ~1,200kg, pallet Palletised goods
Luton van Up to ~1,000kg, tail-lift Bulky items
7.5t / 18t / artic Part to full loads Heavy freight
On-board courier (OBC) Hand-carried Urgent international

How to get a same day courier quote in Whickham

Call 0800 288 4052 or email sales@ponyexpress.co.uk with your collection postcode, delivery postcode and deadline, dimensions and weight, and a short description. We'll quote in minutes.

Why Whickham businesses use Pony Express

Collection in around 30 minutes, direct drive with no transfers, around the clock every day of the year, more than 30 years' experience and full goods-in-transit insurance — dependable cover for the North East.

Frequently asked questions

How quickly can you collect in Whickham?

Usually within about 30 minutes.

Which postcodes do you cover?

NE16 and the surrounding Gateshead NE postcodes.

How long is the drive to Newcastle city centre?

Typically around 15–20 minutes over the Tyne.

Can you deliver internationally?

Yes — our on-board courier service hand-carries urgent shipments worldwide.

How much does it cost?

Pricing is by quote — call for an instant figure.

Materials

Pony Sameday transports anything that is legal.

Tracking

Full live tracking updates.

Dimensions

Max Vehicle Payload and Load Space
Length (cm) Width (cm) Height (cm) Weight (kg) Pallet Space (Standard)
Motor Bike 30 30 30 7 0
Small Van 1500 120 100 350 1
Midi Van 2000 120 110 500 2
Short Wheel Base Van 2.4m 2400 120 120 950 2
Long Wheel Base Van 4m 4000 120 170 900 3
Extra Long Wheel Base Van 4.2m 4200 120 170 950 4
Luton Van 4000 200 200 900 4
7.5 Tonne Lorry 5000 240 220 2000 10
18 Tonne Lorry 8300 250 260 9000 16
26 Tonne Lorry 9200 250 260 15000 18
44 Tonne Lorry 13060 250 260 28000 26

Care Instructions

Make sure your goods are packaged in a suitable manner.

Pricing is by quote — every job is different.
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