IMPORTANT CHRISTMAS TRADING INFORMATION 2024

During the busy festive period, make sure that you get the turnaround and services that you need to make Christmas special!
See the breakdown of our collection and delivery times below.
Remember, we will be open and trading right up until 4pm on Monday 23rd December 2024. We’ll re-open our doors from 8:30am on Thursday 2nd January 2025. If you need more information, please contact the team on 0121 236 6951 or email customerservice@theassayoffice.co.uk.

Our 1-hour Hallmarking Express Service will still be available up to 2pm on Monday 23rd December 2024 (subject to articles and volumes received).
All divisions will be open and trading up until 4pm Monday 23rd December 2024, when all will close for the Christmas festive period. All divisions will return to trade from 8:30am on Thursday 2nd January 2025.
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