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Same Day Courier Dover | UK/EU Gateway Logistics Specialists

Serving Dover and beyond

Dover's strategic position as the UK's primary freight gateway to Europe creates unique logistics challenges. The port's complex customs procedures, freight terminal operations, and Operation Stack/Brock protocols require specialised courier expertise beyond standard delivery capabilities.

Horsleys Sameday masters Dover's border dynamics with precision logistics services. From time-sensitive customs documentation to urgent freight components, we deliver with the reliability cross-border operations demand.

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Call our Dover office: 01304 746066
Horsleys Sameday Ltd - Established 1994

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"Absolutely amazing company to use! Extremely helpful. Not a mark on the piece of furniture they delivered. A pair of really nice lads too. Bonus!" - Dawne Vella

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Our Clients

Trusted by businesses across the UK for professional courier services

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Why Choose Horsleys for Dover Deliveries?

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Horsleys Sameday offers specialist delivery expertise for Dover's gateway environment:

  • Security-cleared drivers for Port of Dover access

  • Real-time Operation Stack/Brock monitoring and alternative routing

  • Customs documentation handling expertise

  • Cross-Channel service coordination with European partners

  • Port traffic disruption mitigation strategies

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

Local Dover Knowledge

Our expertise in Dover logistics, routes, and local insights

Dover Port & Border Navigation Expertise

Dover's gateway position creates unique delivery challenges that require specialised local knowledge:

  • Port of Dover freight terminals have complex access protocols and security requirements

  • Operation Stack/Brock M20/A20 activations cause significant route disruption

  • Border control documentation processes require specialised handling expertise

  • White Cliffs Business Park and Western Docks routes affected by port traffic

  • Seasonal tourism and ferry peaks create additional congestion challenges

Key Delivery Routes from Dover

Dover's strategic position offers excellent national and international connections with established delivery routes:

  • Dover to London – 80 miles (~1.5 hours via M2/A2)

  • Dover to Canterbury – 20 miles (~30 minutes via A2)

  • Dover to Channel Tunnel – 10 miles (~15 minutes via A20)

  • Dover to Calais – 25 miles (~90 minutes via ferry crossing)

Industries We Serve in Dover

Engineering Firms

Same Day Delivery Support for Technical, Time-Sensitive Jobs

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Interior Designers

Trusted by Designers Who Don’t Leave Delivery to Chance

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Antiques Dealers

Trusted to Move the Rare and Delicate

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Construction Firms

Trusted Courier Partner for Builders, Joiners & Construction Firms

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Hotel & Hospitality

Fast, Flexible Delivery for Hospitality Businesses

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Independent Retailers

From Warehouse to Display, We Keep Retail Moving

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Small Business Firms

Trusted by Small Businesses Who Need It Done Right

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Auctioneers

Trusted by Auction Houses to Move What Matters

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Our 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.

Motor Bike

Length:
30cm
Width:
25cm
Height:
25cm
Weight Capacity:
5kg
Pallet Space:
0
Best For:
Legal documents, time-critical parts, parcels

Small Van

Length:
1m
Width:
120cm
Height:
100cm
Weight Capacity:
400kg
Pallet Space:
1
Best For:
Architectural drawings, designer chairs, small antiques

Midi Van

Length:
1.9m
Width:
120cm
Height:
100cm
Weight Capacity:
600kg
Pallet Space:
2
Best For:
Bespoke furniture pieces, retail displays, equipment

SWB Van

Length:
2.4m
Width:
120cm
Height:
120cm
Weight Capacity:
800kg
Pallet Space:
2
Best For:
Medium furniture, exhibition equipment, small machinery

LWB Van

Length:
3.2m
Width:
120cm
Height:
170cm
Weight Capacity:
1100kg
Pallet Space:
3
Best For:
Multiple furniture items, office relocations, materials

XLWB Van

Length:
4.2m
Width:
120cm
Height:
170cm
Weight Capacity:
1100kg
Pallet Space:
4
Best For:
Large volume goods, full furniture sets, equipment

Luton Van

Length:
4m
Width:
200cm
Height:
200cm
Weight Capacity:
800kg
Pallet Space:
6
Best For:
Valuable antiques, furniture collections, artwork

7.5 Tonne Lorry

Length:
5.5m
Width:
240cm
Height:
220cm
Weight Capacity:
2500kg
Pallet Space:
10
Best For:
Commercial goods, multiple pallets, showroom stock

18 Tonne Lorry

Length:
8.3m
Width:
250cm
Height:
260cm
Weight Capacity:
9000kg
Pallet Space:
16
Best For:
Kitchen installations, manufactured joinery, machinery

26 Tonne Lorry

Length:
9.1m
Width:
250cm
Height:
260cm
Weight Capacity:
15000kg
Pallet Space:
18
Best For:
Construction materials, heavy goods, multiple collections

44 Tonne Lorry

Length:
13.4m
Width:
249cm
Height:
260cm
Weight Capacity:
28000kg
Pallet Space:
26
Best For:
Large scale commercial moves, industrial equipment

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.

Need Same Day Delivery in Dover?

Need urgent delivery in Dover? Our gateway specialists provide same-day courier services with port access expertise, customs documentation handling, and Operation Stack navigation strategies.

Call our Dover office: 01304 746066

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