Same Day Courier Chester - Trusted Courier Services in the Historic City
Serving Cheshire and beyond
Chester’s Roman heritage creates modern delivery challenges. Protected Rows access, A55 and A483 congestion, and strict preservation rules demand precise timing and navigation. Horsleys Sameday respects the city’s history while serving today’s commercial needs. From city centre collections to business park deliveries, we provide the trusted expertise businesses rely on in this distinguished destination.
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Why Choose Horsleys in Chester
Whether it's urgent city centre collections, business park deliveries, or heritage area access, we coordinate with conservation restrictions, loading protocols, and timing requirements that serve Chester's unique commercial environment while preserving its historic character.
• Expert knowledge of historic city access restrictions and heritage preservation requirements
• Understanding of Chester Business Park coordination and A55/A483 corridor timing
• Specialist navigation through protected areas and contemporary commercial districts
• Heritage city expertise with preservation-conscious delivery precision
• Trusted by businesses requiring sensitive historic area access and commercial coordination
Horsley's Brand Promise
We charge fair rates for time and expenses
NO CRAMMING, NO DAMAGE
Your items get the space they deserve
While other courier services pack 12+ deliveries into one van, we dedicate our vehicle to YOUR delivery. No cramming, no corner-cutting, no "it'll probably be fine" mentality. Your antique furniture, arcade machines, or valuable goods travel properly protected with blankets, corner guards, and professional strapping. Because there's no point paying for delivery if your items arrive scratched, dented, or broken.
What you avoid:
Damaged goods, insurance claims, replacement costs, disappointed customers
The Bottom Line: We charge fair rates for time and expenses because that's what quality service costs. Your items are valuable, your reputation matters, and your customers deserve better than budget courier chaos.
What Our Clients Say
Our joinery projects often involve bespoke finishes, complex site conditions, and tight delivery windows. From transporting delicate hardwood pieces to large-scale case goods and bespoke counters, Horsleys understand the precision and care required. Their communication is excellent, their drivers are well-briefed, and every delivery arrives on time and in perfect condition. Whether it’s a single crafted item or a full fit-out for a luxury residential or hospitality project, we know we can rely on Horsleys to get it there properly.
At Jerome Shorter Furniture, every project involves multiple moving parts from transporting antique chairs to be restored, to delivering newly upholstered pieces to discerning clients. Horsleys have become an essential partner in making this possible. Their team handle every collection and delivery with professionalism, care, and reliability. They understand the demands of working with high-value, one-off items and adapt seamlessly when timings shift or access is difficult. For a business like ours, where craftsmanship and presentation are everything, Horsleys give us complete confidence that our work will reach clients exactly as intended. We would recommend them without hesitation.


As a wholesale timber merchant, we’re moving large and heavy loads that not every courier can handle. Horsleys have consistently delivered with care, precision, and no fuss. Whether it’s sawn timber to a workshop or finished stock to a commercial site, they show up on time, properly equipped, and ready to get the job done. Their team understands how to handle natural materials safely, and communication is always amazing.

Brian Telford
Chief Operating Officer
Crown Forestry
Local Chester Knowledge
Our expertise in Chester logistics, routes, and local insights
Local Traffic: Chester Navigation & Commercial Access
Chester's historic character creates heritage delivery challenges:
• Protected city centre with "Rows" access restrictions and heritage vehicle limitations
• A55 North Wales Expressway and A483 congestion during tourist and event periods
• Inner ring road one-way system requiring precise historic area navigation
• Heritage loading restrictions protecting Roman and medieval architecture
• Tourist traffic affecting commercial delivery timing and city centre access coordination
National Delivery Routes from Chester
From Roman heritage to modern commerce, we connect Chester's historic distinction with contemporary delivery reliability.
• Chester to Manchester – 40 miles (~1 hour via M56)
• Chester to Birmingham – 80 miles (~1.5 hours via M6)
• Chester to Cardiff – 150 miles (~3 hours via M56/M4)
• Chester to London – 200 miles (~3.5 hours via M40)
Industries We Serve in Chester
Engineering Firms
Same Day Delivery Support for Technical, Time-Sensitive Jobs
Chester Engineering Courier → View all Engineering Firms servicesInterior Designers
Trusted by Designers Who Don’t Leave Delivery to Chance
Chester Interior Design Courier → View all Interior Designers servicesAntiques Dealers
Trusted to Move the Rare and Delicate
Chester Antiques Courier → View all Antiques Dealers servicesConstruction Firms
Trusted Courier Partner for Builders, Joiners & Construction Firms
Chester Construction Courier → View all Construction Firms servicesHotel & Hospitality
Fast, Flexible Delivery for Hospitality Businesses
Chester Hospitality Courier → View all Hotel & Hospitality servicesIndependent Retailers
From Warehouse to Display, We Keep Retail Moving
Chester Retail Courier → View all Independent Retailers servicesSmall Business Firms
Trusted by Small Businesses Who Need It Done Right
Chester Small Business Courier → View all Small Business Firms servicesAuctioneers
Trusted by Auction Houses to Move What Matters
Chester Auction Courier → View all Auctioneers servicesOur Complete Fleet
Whether it's one fragile antique chair or full load of bespoke joinery, we've got the right vehicle, the right equipment, and the right team to handle it properly. Every vehicle comes equipped with straps, blankets, and experienced handlers.
| Vehicle Type | Length | Width | Height | Weight (KG) | Pallet Space | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motor Bike | 30cm | 25cm | 25cm | 5kg | 0 | Legal documents, time-critical parts, parcels |
| Small Van | 1m | 120cm | 100cm | 400kg | 1 | Architectural drawings, designer chairs, small antiques |
| Midi Van | 1.9m | 120cm | 100cm | 600kg | 2 | Bespoke furniture pieces, retail displays, equipment |
| SWB Van | 2.4m | 120cm | 120cm | 800kg | 2 | Medium furniture, exhibition equipment, small machinery |
| LWB Van | 3.2m | 120cm | 170cm | 1100kg | 3 | Multiple furniture items, office relocations, materials |
| XLWB Van | 4.2m | 120cm | 170cm | 1100kg | 4 | Large volume goods, full furniture sets, equipment |
| Luton Van | 4m | 200cm | 200cm | 800kg | 6 | Valuable antiques, furniture collections, artwork |
| 7.5 Tonne Lorry | 5.5m | 240cm | 220cm | 2500kg | 10 | Commercial goods, multiple pallets, showroom stock |
| 18 Tonne Lorry | 8.3m | 250cm | 260cm | 9000kg | 16 | Kitchen installations, manufactured joinery, machinery |
| 26 Tonne Lorry | 9.1m | 250cm | 260cm | 15000kg | 18 | Construction materials, heavy goods, multiple collections |
| 44 Tonne Lorry | 13.4m | 249cm | 260cm | 28000kg | 26 | Large scale commercial moves, industrial equipment |
Motor Bike
Small Van
Midi Van
SWB Van
LWB Van
XLWB Van
Luton Van
7.5 Tonne Lorry
18 Tonne Lorry
26 Tonne Lorry
44 Tonne Lorry
Need Help Choosing the Right Vehicle?
Our team can help determine the perfect vehicle for your specific requirements. Contact us for expert advice on handling your valuable or unusual items.
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