PAYMENT AND POSTAGE: We prefer payment by Paypal, but are happy to accept personal cheques from UK buyers. Paypal only please from non UK buyers, and please note international sales are sent by Royal Mail Tracked only, so please ensure that you're happy with postage costs before buying, thank you. Items purchased with Paypal will be dispatched the next working day. Items purchased before 12 noon with the Royal Mail UK Special Delivery option will of course be posted the same day. Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Items purchased on a weekend or Bank Holiday will be posted the next following working day.