Current Stamp Prices
These are the standard Royal Mail stamp prices as of 2026. Prices apply to items weighing up to 100g unless otherwise stated.
1st Class Stamp
£1.80
Aims to arrive next working day
2nd Class Stamp
91p
Aims to arrive within 2-3 working days
1st Class Large Letter
£3.30
Up to 100g, next working day
2nd Class Large Letter
£1.55
Up to 100g, 2-3 working days
When Do Stamp Prices Go Up?
Royal Mail typically increases stamp prices once per year, usually in late March or early April. The exact date and new prices are announced a few weeks in advance.
Tip: Stock up on stamps before April if you want to lock in the current price. First class stamps bought at the old price remain valid indefinitely.
Recent Price History
| Date | 1st Class | 2nd Class |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2024 | £1.35 | 85p |
| Oct 2024 | £1.65 | 85p |
| Apr 2025 | £1.70 | 87p |
| Apr 2026 | £1.80 | 91p |
The Real Cost of Sending a Card
Let's be honest: the stamp is just the beginning. When you factor in the cost of a decent greeting card (£2-4), plus the time spent queuing at the post office, sending a birthday card easily costs £5 or more.
Traditional Method
- • First class stamp: £1.80
- • Greeting card: ~£3.00
- • Trip to post office: 20+ mins
- Total: £4.80+
Skip the Stamp Method
- • Cheap Amazon item: ~50p
- • Free gift message included
- • Free Prime delivery
- Total: ~50p
Plus, your recipient gets a random spatula. Win-win.
Skip the stamp. Skip the queue.
Send a message (and a random gift) for less than the cost of a stamp.
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