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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've used this company on and off for over 10 years. They are fast, reliable, cheaper than Royal Mail and easy to reach by phone. Never had a priblem with them.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This company is no longer operational. The website says that they can't take your order online, but to phone them to place it. The phone isn't answered and it goes to answering machine. The telep... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have used Pharos for several years now and virtually never have any problems. On the rare occasions that things don't go like clockwork (mostly due to customers mistakes or demands) we love the fac... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My grand daughter and her partner have just purchased their first house: lovely but short on pictures. She's a teacher so I bought them a print of Elizabeth Forbes' 'School is Out' and had it fram... See more

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Online parcel delivery company using the world's biggest carriers at wholesale prices. Perfect for sending documents, packets and parcels from the UK to anywhere in the world. Our express service can get a document on a desk in many countries within 24 hours. For a really great economical service our standard service with one easy price to most of Europe cannot be beaten. Full tracking as standard. Friendly and helpful advice who answer the phone.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They don’t pick up the phone your reply…

They don’t pick up the phone your reply to you messages, or return your calls AVOD, AVOID, AVOID can’t not trust them to do business as they are so unreliable.

In reply to their reponse, the phone line excuse is rubbish, this has been like it for weeks plus they don’t respond to the emails, furthermore the number is diverted to a mobile phone that says the mailbox is now full, I wonder why? The plain truth is, they are too small am operation that candy service their customers needs.

5 July 2018
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Reply from Pharosparcel

Hi, we're sorry you feel this way. Our phone lines are down at the moment however we're still available on live chat or via email - info@pharosparcel.co.uk please contact us so that we can assist you.

We always respond to emails, if you can share your email address with us we shall contact you directly.

The phoneline is now connected should you wish to give us a call.

Thanks,

Pharos Parcel.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best shipping company

Best shipping company. ultra swift, professional, cheap and great customer service. Use them all the time to bring goods from UK to Ibiza, Spain. Highly recommended

22 May 2018
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor customer service

Intially my package was tracked to Dundee where it sat stationary for three days, when in fact it was sat in an office in Suffolk having not been picked up! When this was rectified a delivery date of three weeks later was scheduled, which seemed like a long time from uk to Ibiza. The drivers then couldn’t deliver despite having the address, and this was labeled as my fault for not giving a local number as I had given them a uk number (which would have worked if they’d have rang it!). My housemate then contacted as I was away. giving them the addrsss and rescheduled delivery for that day to no success after waiting in for it all day! After expressing my dissatisfaction at the service and lack of delivery I received a rude and offensive email off the customer service manager!!
I would never use again!

7 March 2018
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Reply from Pharosparcel

Dear Jade,
I am sorry you found our service unsatisfactory. As we tried to explain to you on numerous emails, the package was not in Dundee it was waiting to be collected. There was an issue with dpd our carrier finding your collection address which caused the delay in it being collected. We liased with your father and got it collected for him. The driver in Ibiza had a problem finding your address and because you had not provided a local contact telephone number the drivers are not allowed to phone a UK mobile number due to the prohibitive cost associated with this so again we had to try and sort this out with your lovely father and flatmate as you were not in Ibiza to take delivery.
We tried many times to try and explain why there were issues with this shipment and spent a lot of time trying to sort this out for you.
Fortunately your father who was our actual customer was very understanding and we all worked together to make sure his present to you did arrive to the correct address.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful, efficient staff. Saved the day with a difficult order!

I just had a parcel delivered from the UK to a small island in Spain. I was that nightmare customer who wasn't fully prepared with all of my details and shipping information before I placed my pick up with Pharos. I asked to cancel the pick up but they kindly put it on hold to save me the extra fees. They were then very accommodating when it came tie to pick up and deliver the parcel and it even arrived early. Jet Judson was the support staff who assisted me and was very kind and accommodating. I feel relieved that I have found this service as direct shipping from the UK to Spain isn't always possible and Pharos delivery system makes me feel like I am in good reliable hands. I would highly recommend them and will definitely use them frequently in the future. Thank you so much for all of your help!

17 January 2018
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Reply from Pharosparcel

Thank you Jenn, we appreciate your comments.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If there is a problem with your parcel they dont care

I booked a courier through pharos parcels and I received all the information saying I would get a text to confirm time of collection. I never received the text so I called them and I speak with a super rude lady who says she can't help as it doesn't depend on them. I am still waiting for my parcel to be delivered and the only infomation I see is that about 40 hours ago the parcel was moved to a deposit. Wish me luck!

10 January 2018
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Reply from Pharosparcel

Dear Ms Clauser
You chose to send your parcel using DPD. Due to the very high volumes they are experiencing at the moment they are not always able to provide the one hour collection notification service they did to us in the past. We are in the process of removing this information regarding texts from our website.
I am sorry if this wasn't explained to you on the telephone.
Your parcel was collected at 13.03 on Monday as per your order and is due for delivery in Italy on Friday.
It is not deposited anywhere but is en route to Italy.
You can track your parcel using the tracking number we provided you, we have also provided a link to the tracking facility on our website from the confirmation email that was sent to you when you placed your order.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

great service

great service, delivery door to door from Northern Ireland to Ibiza 7 days - including a weekend, best ever.
Thoroughly recommend, as an economical way of shipping.

30 November 2017
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Reply from Pharosparcel

Thank you David for your review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have used Pharos parcels for around …

We have used Pharos parcels for around seven years. Regular parcels to Spain (4 or 5 times a year) and both to other European countries and domestically within the UK.
They are great to deal with either booking via their website or or on the phone. Very efficient and polite.
A tip (and this is regarding the couriers not Pharos) try to ensure the parcel is picked up well in advance of public holidays either in the UK or abroad as they can sit in the Couriers depot over a long weekend or particularly at Christmas and New year.
Just sent another box to Spain this morning!

24 August 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I sent a parcel to Madrid which I do …

I sent a parcel to Madrid which I do 3/4 times a year. Once booked it
was picked up the day it said it would be by Ups and delivered 3 days later without fail. ( With all Easter eggs still in tack ) Can't recommend them enough. Spoke to Jess about whether I could put an item in the box and she was so helpful and friendly. Thank you for a brilliant service. Once again PharosParcels have come up trumps.
Jo Vaughan
Cardiff

4 April 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service - Thanks

Excellent service thanks! Pharosparcel kept in contact with us to get the parcel to his destination. Thanks so much to Fiona (Director), would recommend to a friend :-)
A*****

9 January 2017
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very bad service

After a complaint regarding a few mistakes Pharosparcel made, Mrs. Fionna McLellan, the Director, replied to me. She was very rude and unprofessional and instead of apologising for all the inconvenience caused was aggressive. Then she bothered me with a very stupid and offensive e-mail. Should she get in touch with me again, I'll report this to the police.

22 December 2016
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Reply from Pharosparcel

Dear Mr Gottscher,
Thank you for your review.
I am sorry you are so disappointed with our service that delivered your two parcels from London to Naples in 4 working days.
We did not damage your parcels.
They arrived one day earlier than the time quoted.
A great service at the busiest time of year and our carrier DPD have been exemplary.
Your only complaint that I can see from your 10 very aggressive emails was that the DPD driver having collected your parcels on the Monday, turned up two days later again as he had forgotten to tick off the collection as already completed.
You are offended by a man trying very hard to make sure he is doing his job properly.
I see no reason to apologise for this.
However in this business, we have to accept that sometimes no matter how hard we try sometimes you cannot please some people no matter what you do.
I wish you a very Merry Christmas Mr Gottscher.
Fiona McLellan
Director

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great website, easy to use. Good prices. They use UPS courier company which is really good and can be trusted! And really good customer service! If there is any problems with delivery, they will phone you and do their best to make sure your parcel gets to your customer! Definately would recommend!!!

28 November 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing customer care

My review is addressed to the amazing professionals working at the other end of the phone. I booked a collection with UPS through Pharos Parcel, there was a misunderstanding causing some tense encounter between the driver and myself and he left without collecting my parcels.
I called Pharos Parcel and I was attended super efficient. I was told they will deal with it and that they'll call me back. The second person I spoked to was not the same as the first one but she had explained the situation and it was being handled, really appreciated that I did not have to explain the problem again.
I was told I would get a call next morning and I did, after deciding to get another company (as I did not want to face the same driver) they handled everything, booking the new company and sending me the new labels. It's been hassle free and the service I've got from both professionals working at Pharos Parcel has been outstanding!! I highly recommend this company, it is a relief to get this good customer care when you are already stressed out with a move.

My parcels have just been sent out today therefore I cannot comment on the timings yet.

27 May 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely Perfect Company

This is the second time I am using PHAROSPARCEL and I would highly recommend them. My first parcel to Portugal arrived safely and took the time I expected. This occasion I have 4 parcels to send and some queries with insurance cover. It is so good to be able to a talk to an actual person for a change. I found their staff extremely helpful, friendly and understanding, whilst not losing any professionalism, nothing seems like too much trouble, this is like a breathe of fresh air!
So I would like say thank you to Pharos Parcel, and to anyone looking for a reliable and excellent all round service do not hesitate to use them online or by phone/and or email if there is anything you don't understand.

23 May 2016
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

You can move out safety.

First of all, when you move to other country you Have many things to do before moving not just sending boxes. But you can forget this part with Pharosparcel, because they do it for you.

13 April 2016
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Reply from Pharosparcel

Thanks Sonia,
I'm glad we helped to make your move less stressful.
I hope you are enjoying your new home.
Fiona

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great price, professional service

These days it can be difficult to find a service that works from start to finish. Pharos Parcel is one of the few exceptions. The website works, on the morning of the pick up there's an email giving a 1 hour time slot, on the morning of the delivery there's an email giving a 1 hour time slot. The prices are reasonable. When I rang up (before using the service) to get some info, the staff were helpful and knowledgeable and interested. Great team! Highly recommend!

12 April 2016
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Reply from Pharosparcel

Thanks Jude for your great review. We have just started to offer the predict service with DPD. We think it's great and we're glad you do too!
We do have a lovely team here. Thank you for praising them, it will be very much appreciated.
Fiona

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt pickup, timely delivery - all good

I called to ask for a change in pick up and they responded quickly and were able to be flexible. This is the second time I have used Pharos to deliver to family in Ibiza and delivery was quick and the large box arrived in good condition (you do have to ensure its packed correctly for the contents)

9 April 2016
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Reply from Pharosparcel

Thank you Karen,
Yes we are passionate about packing, a lot of people handle your box under very demanding times scales. It pays to take time and effort in packing. We do try to respond to your queries as quick as we can.
Thank you very much for your lovely review.
Fiona McLellan
Pharos Parcel

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

good sevice

very good service, recommend to every one
thank you

8 April 2016
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Reply from Pharosparcel

Dear Paola,
Thank you for taking the time to send this review.
It is very kind of you.
Fiona

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