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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Great service next day delivery on time. Excellent customer service when rang up with a query. Would use again.
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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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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.
Contact info
Whitehall Avenue, MK10 0BU, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
- 0800 288 8822
- customercare@macfarlanepackaging.com
- macfarlanepackaging.com
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The paperwork you’ve sent with regards…
The paperwork you’ve sent with regards to the delivery and invoicing was in unbelievable and way over the top!
Please put it right as it will restrict further orders.
15 May 2024
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Alistair,
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate it.
We’re sorry to hear that you aren’t happy about the paperwork provided with your recent order. Your feedback has been passed to our customer care team who have emailed you and called you to discuss this.
Best Wishes,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Damaged in transit
Boxes were as described, reasonable value for money, but not very securely packed, with several damaged in shipping - only discovered a couple of weeks after delivery.
Update: Excellent customer service response gets an extra star
23 April 2024
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Phil,
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate it!
We were sorry to hear that some of the boxes you ordered arrived damaged. Your feedback was promptly passed on to our customer care team.
We understand that they have been in touch with you and offered a full refund. The suggestions you provided about protecting larger deliveries will be shared with our packing team to consider.
Don’t hesitate to think about Macfarlane if you need packaging again in the future.
Best Wishes,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Part delivery missing
Part delivery missing - one e-mail and all sorted - perfect response for someone who is always busy!
2 May 2024
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Janet,
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review! We really appreciate it.
We love to hear that our customer services team sorted things for you so promptly and helped make your busy life a little bit easier.
Don't hesitate to think of us if you need packaging in the future.
Best Wishes,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Placed an order on 1st May
Placed an order on 1st May, selected express delivery. It's now the 10th & still hasn't arrived. Customer service advised the problem is with the courier.
1 May 2024
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Alison,
I'm so sorry that your delivery has been delayed on this occasion.
As advised by our customer service team, the shipment had indeed been with the courier since dispatch on the 1st of May. I believe the stock was delivered earlier today.
As a gesture of goodwill, additional reward points have been added to your account for use against future orders.
Apologies again for the service provided by the courier, we hope that their mistake won't deter you from giving us another chance.
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
prompt delivery stock always available
1 May 2024
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Rebecca,
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review, it's great to hear that we're meeting your expectations!
If you need any further support in future, please don't hesitate to contact us.
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Quality boxes with fast service.
3 May 2024
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi David,
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate it.
It's great to hear that you enjoyed our fast service and quality cardboard boxes.
Don't hesitate to think of Macfarlane when you next need packaging.
Best wishes,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi John,
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate it.
It is great to hear you enjoyed our speedy delivery! Don't hesitate to think of Macfarlane when you next need packaging.
Best wishes,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Joanne,
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate it.
It's great to hear you received prompt service. We will send your feedback about delivery charges to our logistics team for consideration. We do offer a free standard delivery service for orders over £150.
Don't hesitate to think of Macfarlane when you need packaging in the future.
Best wishes
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Very helpful customer services and…
Very helpful customer services and goods received as promised
24 April 2024
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Trevor,
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate it.
It's great to hear you had a positive experience with our customer services team and got your packaging as promised!
Don't hesitate to think of Macfarlane next time you need to order packaging.
Best wishes,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Glenda,
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate it, and love hearing that you had a great experience.
If you need packaging in the future, don't hesitate to think of Macfarlane!
Best wishes,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
My order was out of stock
My order was out of stock, and someone at Macfarlane was looking for an alternative option and promised a callback the same afternoon, but unfortunately, the call did not come.
18 April 2024
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi John,
Many thanks for taking the time to leave a review and bringing this to our attention.
I'm sorry that there has been a delay in calling you back. I understand that you have since received a follow up call from our customer service team and switched the order to a suitable replacement.
Apologies again for the delay in calling.
Best regards,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
No stock indication on the website
I urgently required some laptop packaging using the air sac system. The product is advertised but with no indication that it was out of stock. I paid for the next day delivery.
A day later I receive an email telling me that they have no stock and the delivery will be delayed for a a matter of days.
18 April 2024
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Colin,
Many thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. I'm very sorry that who have had a bad experience with stock availability.
I understand that a member of our customer services team has spoken with you, canceled your order and refunded the full amount.
Again, thanks for bringing this to our attention so we could resolve the matter for you promptly.
Best regards,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Easy to order and swift delivery.
10 April 2024
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Nikki,
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review, it's very much appreciated.
Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you need anything else.
Thanks,
Caroline
Great service and fast delivery
12 April 2024
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Antonio,
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review, we really appreciate it.
We’re delighted to hear you're pleased with our service and speedy deliveries.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you need any more help with your packaging.
Best regards,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Amazing company to work with
Amazing company to work with, they provide quality packaging for our company and take great care of our account ! Highly recommend
28 March 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Celine,
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate it.
If you need any help with your packaging in the future, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Thanks,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Worst service ever !
I made an online order for products from MacFarlane Ireland on 23th January. They sent only half of the order and an email explaining they can`t souce the missing product. But they still have the product online "in stock". As advice for Samantha from Customer service: try to solve customers problems without lies, she tried to tell me I was informed about the fact that the product is not online through banners. Finally I got my money back after 3 weeks using PayPal complaint. Worst service ever. Stay away from them !
19 February 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Emerald Beauty & Spa,
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, we appreciate your feedback.
Bringing this to our attention has enabled us to raise a query with our eCommerce Customer Services Team. We understand that the team has already been in touch with you about this and will be working with you to find a resolution.
We have also removed the product from our website, as it is no longer available, to avoid any confusion.
Once again, thank you for your feedback, we really do appreciate it, as it enables us to improve our products and services.
Kind regards,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Gloucester Branch of Macfarlane
This company delivers exceptional service both from placing the order and the delivery they can’t do enough for you. Products are great. I have worked with this company for quite a few years now. When I had a large increase in business over a short frame of time. Macfarlane couldn’t do enough to help me. They even went as far as one of the sales team popping out on her lunch break to deliver me some urgent goods, now that really is excellent service. I have sometimes received orders on the same day as placing them and whilst this isn’t their usual turnaround time, I think this is fantastic. I recommend them highly.
14 February 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, we really appreciate it! We're delighted to hear that you've had great service from our Gloucester team.
Don't hesitate to get in touch with them if you need anything else.
Thanks,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Really good range of packaging and…
Really good range of packaging and decent prices. Reliable delivery.
1 November 2023
Unprompted review
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review Kathy, we really appreciate it.
We're delighted to hear how happy you are with our product range, pricing and delivery!
Don't hesitate to get in touch with our team if you ever need any help.
Best,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Huge thanks to Samantha O'Sullivan in…
Huge thanks to Samantha O'Sullivan in Customer Services for rapid turnaround of a replacement order after damage (it happens!) whilst being delivered. Outstanding service to replace probably the smallest order you will receive this week. Much appreciated.
31 October 2023
Unprompted review
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review.
It's great to hear that Samantha was able to help you quickly and effectively.
Don't hesitate to get in touch with our team if you need help with anything else.
Best,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
Excellent products and excellent advice
Excellent advice. (Kaylie, to whom I spoke today, was so very helpful).
Excellent products.
Another efficient delivery anticipated !!
I have purchased from MacFarlanes several times and it always been very good.
11 October 2023
Unprompted review
Reply from Macfarlane Packaging
Hi Ian,
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We're delighted to hear you've been pleased with the service provided by Kaylie and that Macfarlane has been able to help you consistently!
Don't hesitate to get in touch with us if you need anything else.
Best,
The Macfarlane Packaging Team
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