Same Day Courier Folkestone | Channel Tunnel Logistics Experts
Serving Dover and beyond
Folkestone's position as the UK terminal for the Channel Tunnel creates unique logistics demands. The town's Eurotunnel operations, creative sector growth, and coastal geography require specialised delivery expertise for both domestic and international consignments.
Horsleys Sameday navigates Folkestone's gateway complexity with precision delivery services. From Eurotunnel freight documentation to Creative Quarter consignments, we deliver with the reliability that this vital cross-Channel hub demands.
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Why Choose Horsleys for Folkestone Deliveries?
Horsleys Sameday delivers unmatched expertise for Folkestone's international gateway:
Channel Tunnel terminal security clearance and access protocols
Real-time Operation Stack/Brock monitoring and alternative routing
Creative Quarter narrow street navigation expertise
Continental freight documentation handling
Coastal hill road navigation regardless of weather conditions
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 itβs 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, weβre moving large and heavy loads that not every courier can handle. Horsleys have consistently delivered with care, precision, and no fuss. Whether itβs 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 Folkestone Knowledge
Our expertise in Folkestone logistics, routes, and local insights
Folkestone Channel Gateway Navigation Expertise
Folkestone's tunnel operations create distinctive delivery challenges that require specialised local knowledge:
Channel Tunnel freight terminals have complex security and customs protocols
M20 approach experiences Operation Stack/Brock disruption during peak periods
Steep coastal topography creates challenging delivery access to harbour areas
Creative Quarter has narrow streets with restricted vehicle access
Seasonal tourism creates significant congestion in summer months
Key Delivery Routes from Folkestone
Folkestone's strategic position offers excellent national and continental connections with established delivery routes:
Folkestone to London β 70 miles (~1.5 hours via M20)
Folkestone to Dover β 10 miles (~15 minutes via A20)
Folkestone to Ashford β 15 miles (~20 minutes via M20)
Folkestone to Calais β 35 miles (~35 minutes via Channel Tunnel)
Industries We Serve in Folkestone
Engineering Firms
Same Day Delivery Support for Technical, Time-Sensitive Jobs
Folkestone Engineering Courier β View all Engineering Firms servicesInterior Designers
Trusted by Designers Who Donβt Leave Delivery to Chance
Folkestone Interior Design Courier β View all Interior Designers servicesAntiques Dealers
Trusted to Move the Rare and Delicate
Folkestone Antiques Courier β View all Antiques Dealers servicesConstruction Firms
Trusted Courier Partner for Builders, Joiners & Construction Firms
Folkestone Construction Courier β View all Construction Firms servicesHotel & Hospitality
Fast, Flexible Delivery for Hospitality Businesses
Folkestone Hospitality Courier β View all Hotel & Hospitality servicesIndependent Retailers
From Warehouse to Display, We Keep Retail Moving
Folkestone Retail Courier β View all Independent Retailers servicesSmall Business Firms
Trusted by Small Businesses Who Need It Done Right
Folkestone Small Business Courier β View all Small Business Firms servicesAuctioneers
Trusted by Auction Houses to Move What Matters
Folkestone Auction Courier β 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.
Need Same Day Delivery in Folkestone?
Need urgent delivery in Folkestone? Our Channel Tunnel specialists provide same-day courier services with terminal access expertise, Operation Stack navigation, and Creative Quarter delivery solutions.
Call our Dover office: 01304 746066
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