Confirm the return before arranging freight
Ask the retailer where the item must go, which reference is required and whether they need an appointment. Their acceptance of a return is separate from transport availability.
Follow the agreed packaging requirements and provide packed dimensions and weight. Tell us if the original packaging is missing or the item is damaged.
Plan large-item return collections at the Leek address
For large-item return collections involving Leek, give the full ST13 address and the exact entrance. Use Leek, Staffordshire and the complete ST13 address; distinguish the town property from the wider Staffordshire Moorlands or similarly named premises. Identify the precise stone-town, residential, business or rural entrance and record narrow streets, gradients, gates, surface, carrying distance and lawful loading access.
Check Staffordshire County Council's roadworks map, traffic regulation orders, parking guidance and any required temporary traffic-management process and all current street signs close to the booked date. A postcode does not establish permission, vehicle suitability or a safe handover point; agree private access with the property contact and arrange any required council permission separately.
- For large-item return collections, prepare: return authorised; packaging requirements; receiving slot and reference.
- Name the actual Leek entrance and receiving contact, not merely a landmark, car park or town-centre reference.
Set out the handover requirements
Explain where the goods are located at collection and whether they are ready to load. Provide the receiving hours and any goods-in restrictions at the destination.
Transport does not guarantee a refund or resolve a purchase dispute. Confirm your return arrangements directly with the seller and the freight plan with the team.
Your Leek enquiry checklist
- For large-item return collections, have these details ready: return authorised; packaging requirements; receiving slot and reference.
- Give both full postcodes and identify the exact entrance and receiving point. ST13 is a location reference, not the whole service area.
- Explain any unresolved permission, timing or handling question before accepting a quote.
- Check the quote’s supplier, price, inclusions and booking terms before confirming.

