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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Orders dealt with promptly and dispatched. Delivery within good time frame. Deliverer willing to take time to out item in sensible and required space withi property fence, to keep unseen from road.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service next day delivery on time. Excellent customer service when rang up with a query. Would use again.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been using Macfarlane packaging for 9+ years and Samantha O'Sullivan​​​​ has been the go to contact for order updates and any problems with orders after arrival. I have been very happy with t... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Macfarlane is a relatively new supplier for us. Gabrielle Baker has been my go to contact, nothing seems to be to much trouble. We are keen to move away from plastic & onto a greener more eco packagin... See more

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About Macfarlane Packaging

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Macfarlane Packaging is the largest distributor of packaging products in the UK and Ireland. We serve tens of thousands of businesses of all sizes and have been providing all the packaging companies need to protect their products for 75 years.

On the Macfarlane Packging website, you can buy everything you need to protect your products in transit. From cardboard boxes to packing tape, stretch wrap, bubble wrap and more! We can deliver great value and high quality packaging materials next day.

Product range - thousands of products available from stock ready for immediate dispatch on our next day delivery service. Recently expanded - now 3x more packaging to choose from.

Flexible delivery - enjoy FREE delivery for all orders placed over £150 / €150 throughout most areas in the UK. Order before 4.30pm for next day delivery (charges apply).

Trade accounts - business customers can apply for trade accounts to access custom pricing and other benefits!

Dedicated packaging expertise - contact dedicated packaging specialists during business hours. They're on hand to offer you advice, make recommendations for your specific business requirements and help steer you in the right direction.

Custom packaging on request - you can design your own packing tape online, and we can customise packaging for you on request. From a bespoke size through to printed boxes and more, get in touch for an estimate.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellant products

Excellant products , fast delivery will use again.
Moonraker ACCESSORIES

8 February 2021
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Hi Tony,

Thank you very much for leaving a review for us on Trustpilot. Its great to hear that you are pleased with our products and service and we look forward to working with you again soon.

Many Thanks,
Amy

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Less than impressed at macfarlane packaging

Less than impressed - took 5 days to even process an order despite promising fast shipping - won't make that mistake again!!

5 December 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Amanda,

We're sorry to hear that you weren't satisfied with your experience. In future if you have any issues, please contact us on 0800 288 8822 or customercare@macfarlane-online.com and we'll help you straight away. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor communication and unreliable.

Poor communication and unreliable.
I ordered a moving kit with next day delivery on a Monday evening.
I got an email on Wednesday saying a box type from the kit was out of stock, but I'd have my order by Friday.
No word on Friday of a delivery coming so I called and they said they never got the restock so I wouldn't be getting my order. If I hadn't called, I wouldn't have found out. The woman on the phone offered to swap the box type and see what she could do about getting it delivered that day, but given that I had movers coming on Monday, that wasn't good enough.

At no point in all this did they offer to refund my next day shipping costs, either.
I called them back and cancelled my order. Luckily I had a someone who was able to drop round an order of boxes from Argos at a much cheaper price.
What I don't get is how I was allowed to order an out of stock item in the first place. If you don't have the stock, don't let me order next day delivery and save us all the hassle.

23 November 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Kerrie,

Thank you for leaving us a review on Trustpilot. We're very sorry to hear that the moving kit you ordered didn't arrive next day and was out of stock. Could you please contact someone from our customer services team at 0800 288 8822 or customercare@macfarlane-online.com and we will investigate this.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kayleigh Spooner in Customer Services…

Kayleigh Spooner in Customer Services was fantastic, she really knew her products, she was positive, proactive, and really wanted to find something for me. I think her words were “I don’t like to be beaten; I really want to find you something” – which was just amazing to hear.

She found me a great product, informed me exactly where the product was held and what the lead times were. She also knew that the foam inserts were not glued on and could be removed, which is vital for me to know.

So fantastic to find really knowledgeable, helpful and friendly people! Thanks Kayleigh!

20 November 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Rebecka,

Thank you very much for leaving us a review on Trustpilot. We're so glad to hear about the fantastic service your received from Kayleigh. We look forward to working with you again soon.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a slight issue with placing an…

I had a slight issue with placing an order on your website but that was promptly resolved by the inside sales team Rosie.
She was very helpful and the service was great.

13 November 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Trudy,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review on Trustpilot. We're delighted to hear that Rosie was able to help you resolve your issue and provide great service. We look forward to working with you again soon.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Support in a clear and…

Excellent Support in a clear and professional manner

22 October 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Ian,

Thank you very much for leaving us a review on Trustpilot. We're so glad you had excellent support from our team! We look forward to working with you again.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Customer Support

Fantastic Customer Support. Thank you Rosie.

16 October 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Kevin,

Thank you for taking the time to review us on Trust Pilot. We're glad you received such fantastic support from Rosie. We look forward to working with you again soon.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst experience

I've made an order of a cardboard box and bubble wrap,with next day delivery. Didn't receive any tracking reference (the confirmation email said I would) and the next day I received only the bubble wrap (which was left by the outside door, without the courier even ringing the doorbell). I called the customer service asking about the box (which was the main point of the order) and only then I was told it was out of stock on that specific branch and that they've sent it from another branch, but it was sent and should be delivered the following day..
The following day nothing got delivered and I once again called customer service and was surprised as no one could tell me if the box had been sent (again - no tracking reference)… was told they'll look into it and would call me back, never did..
On the 3rd day I called again and still no box..and was told it might have been lost my the courier company and that they'll send yet a 2nd box free of charge..not so bad (or so I thought)
It is now the 4th day (end of) and once again I had to call them since no box was delivered (again!). Now I was told the box is still out of stock and that they're waiting for restock... MacFarlane had 4 days (plus the weekend) to tell me they're out of stock?why didn't they tell me from day 1?
Complete unprofessionalism, utter internal disorganization and very poor communication! Wouldn't use or recommend to anyone!
Let's see how long will it take to receive my refund...

6 October 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Fernando,

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review for us on Trust Pilot. I am sorry to hear that your items did not arrive next day as requested. A member of our customer services team has investigated the issue and apologises that the item was out of stock. The team did everything they could within their means to rectify the situation on multiple occasions. Both your delivery and box refund have now been processed. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Took money they shouldn’t of

28 September 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi,

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review for us on Trust Pilot. We're very sorry to hear about this. Could you please contact someone from our customer services team at 0800 288 8822 or customercare@macfarlane-online.com and we will investigate this.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

very quick processing and delivery

very quick processing and delivery. Processing system is always followed up upon placing an order i.e. vat invoice, shipping notice etc. Well doen

1 September 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Mike,

Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for us on Trust Pilot. Your feedback is important to us and we are very glad you had a good experience. We hope you'll consider buying from us again in the future.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Quality and Thank you Rosie Fenn

I’ve been using macfarlane products for the Charity I run and the quality is superb. I must commend your customer service lady Rosie Fenn who has been an absolute star. It’s remarkable how helpful she is.

11 August 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Dear Cy,

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review on Trust Pilot. We're delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with Rosie. We look forward to working with you again soon.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service from placing our…

First class service from placing our order through to delivery.
Always kept up to date by Andrew, very happy with Macfarlane service.

17 June 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Dear Mark,

Many thanks for taking the time to leave your review on Trustpilot, we very much appreciate it. I'm so glad that you are happy with the service provided by Andrew, we look forward to working with you again soon.

Best Regards,

Caroline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really helpful and great prices

Rosie was great to deal with. Very quick and helpful while beating my current supplier's price. Thank you!

19 May 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Dear Fiona,

I'm so glad that Rosie was able to help with your packaging enquiry. Thank you for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback, we really appreciate it. . We look forward to working with you again in the future!

Kind regards,

Caroline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delighted new customer of Macfarlane

I am a new business and not an expert in packaging. Struggling to find the right stuff! and also at a reasonable price. After speaking to Rosie Fenn I was so pleased. Great advice, account sorted, order placed with next day delivery etc etc. All my problems solved in an instant with a great contact at the supplier. I now need to look no further than Macfarlane. Thank you.

13 May 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Dear Clive,

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review, we really appreciate it! I'm so glad that Rosie was able to help guide you to the right products, if you need any further help please don't hesitate to contact us, we're more than happy to help. We look forward to working with you again soon.

Kind Regards,

Caroline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer experience

We are moving house. It took me a while to find a company with such competitive prices and range of stock as MacFarlane packaging. While their website was highly irritating (difficult to update or delete the basket) but that may have been because I was ordering on a tablet and not a laptop. I was thrilled with the experience. Good prices, good stock, regularly updated on my delivery and the delivery itself was painless. I would highly recommend them.

1 February 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi,

Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for us on Trust Pilot. Your feedback is important to us and we are very glad to hear about your great experience. We hope you'll consider buying from us again in the future.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used Macfarlane packaging for…

I have used Macfarlane packaging for some time now, they have introduced a sales associate to help with the buying process. Gabrielle is a great asset to the whole buying process. well done Macfarlane Packaging. Great customer service and prices. Gabrielle has definitely kept my business with Macfarlanes.

22 January 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Jackie,

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review for us on Trust Pilot. We are really pleased to hear you were happy with the customer service received from Gabrielle, and look forward to working with you again soon.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent variety of materials at best prices

I am currently overseas and working to a difficult delivery schedule in the UK when I get back. I have searched online for various packaging materials (to ship artworks to Europe) and found Macfalane to have the best variety of goods that I could find on the web and at the best prices. Not only this but their customer service (Hayley) has been just brilliant in sorting out logistics of delivery once I do get back to England. Excellent service and range of products.

9 January 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Christopher,

Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for us on Trust Pilot. We really value your comments and are delighted to hear that Hayley was able to help you with your order. We look forward to working with you again soon.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Placed an order yesterday (thursday)…

Placed an order yesterday (thursday) and paid €10 to get next day delivery. Money went out immediately but I never received an invoice. Called the company friday lunchtime and they said ordered had been sent on Thursday afternoon. Called again Friday afternoon and lady tracked the order and advised that order was with the delivery driver. She agreed to send another invoice. Received call at 5pm to say order was sent to wrong depot. I called back asking for invoice and was fobbed off by head office. Can't see how it was sent to wrong depot when it was already with delivery driver. Now everyone gone for weekend and fobbed me off completely.

3 January 2020
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Yvonne,

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review for us on Trust Pilot. I am sorry to hear that your items did not arrive next day as requested. A member of our customer services team has investigated the issue and I believe they have now spoken to you directly. I apologise for any inconvenience that has been caused by the delay.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick and efficient packaging supplies

Quick and efficient packaging supplies company
Their customer service coordinator Fran Taylor was especially helpful

19 November 2019
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Andrew,

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review for us on Trust Pilot. We're very pleased to hear that Fran was able to help you with your packaging enquiry and hope you will consider buying from us again in the near future.

Kind regards,
Amanda

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great company to work with.Our account…

Great company to work with.Our account manager, Rosie Fenn, went above and beyond to help us with our order. I'd recommend them to anyone who believes in good 'old fashioned' service.

15 November 2019
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Reply from Macfarlane Packaging

Hi Chris,

Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review for us on Trust Pilot. It's great to here that you received such positive customer service from Rosie and we hope you'll consider buying from us again in the future.

Kind regards,
Amanda

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