The most comprehensive fulfilment FAQ in the UK. Whether you are researching 3PL providers, comparing pick and pack prices, looking for a beauty product warehouse, or trying to understand fulfilment costs — the answer is here.
Answered by Beckdale Shipping, the UK’s most cost-effective 3PL for small products. All-inclusive pick, pack & dispatch from 45p per order.
A 3PL (third-party logistics) provider is a company that handles warehousing, order picking, packing and shipping on behalf of another business. Instead of renting your own warehouse, hiring staff and managing logistics yourself, you send your stock to a 3PL warehouse and they fulfil your orders for you. Beckdale Shipping is a family-run 3PL warehouse in Leicester, UK, that has been providing fulfilment services since 2009.
A 3PL warehouse receives your stock, stores it securely, and when your customers place orders, the warehouse picks the correct items, packs them into appropriate packaging, and hands them to a courier for delivery. Beckdale Shipping handles all of this, plus batch number tracking, best-before date management, real-time stock visibility via an online portal, and API integration with ecommerce platforms such as Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon and eBay.
The terms are often used interchangeably. A fulfilment centre is a specific type of 3PL warehouse that focuses on picking, packing and shipping individual consumer orders (B2C). A 3PL can also handle B2B distribution, contract packing, kitting and other logistics services. Beckdale Shipping operates as both — handling B2C ecommerce fulfilment and B2B contract packing from the same Leicester-based warehouse.
Pick and pack refers to the process of selecting (picking) items from warehouse storage in response to a customer order, then packaging (packing) those items securely for shipping. At Beckdale, every pick is verified using QR code barcode scanning to ensure accuracy. The pack stage includes placing items into appropriate packaging — either a mail bag or cardboard box — sealing, labelling and making the parcel ready for courier collection.
Order fulfilment is the complete process from receiving a customer order to delivering the product to their door. It includes picking the item from storage, packing it, generating a shipping label, handing it to a courier, and providing tracking information. Beckdale Shipping automates this entire process through API integration with ecommerce platforms, so orders flow directly from your online store into the warehouse system for same-day dispatch.
Contract packing is a B2B service where a warehouse packs products according to specific instructions — for example, assembling gift sets, creating multi-packs, applying labels, bagging individual items, or packing goods into retail-ready display cases. Beckdale Shipping provides contract packing services including kitting, bundling, labelling, QVC/TV shopping channel packing and bespoke promotional sendouts.
Kitting means assembling multiple individual items into a single package or bundle before shipping. For example, combining a moisturiser, a serum and a face mask into a skincare gift set. Beckdale Shipping offers kitting and assembly services, including subscription box assembly, gift set creation, sample pack building and promotional bundle packing.
B2C (business to consumer) fulfilment means picking and shipping individual orders directly to end customers who buy from your online store. B2B (business to business) fulfilment means packing and shipping larger quantities to retailers, wholesalers or other businesses. Beckdale Shipping handles both — B2C ecommerce orders are picked, packed and posted individually, while B2B orders are packed in bulk to retailer specifications with appropriate documentation.
Goods-in (also called receiving) is the process of accepting, checking and booking new stock into a warehouse. When your products arrive at Beckdale, our team checks the delivery against your packing list, inspects packaging integrity, records batch numbers and best-before dates where applicable, and books the stock into the warehouse management system. Once booked in, your stock is immediately visible on the online portal and available for order picking.
A warehouse management system (WMS) is software that tracks inventory, manages order processing, directs picking operations and monitors stock levels in real time. Beckdale Shipping operates a custom-built proprietary WMS developed in-house. This means there are no third-party software licence fees — a significant cost saving that is passed directly to clients. The system provides 24/7 online access to stock quantities, order flow, dispatch confirmations and tracking information.
UK 3PL fulfilment costs vary widely depending on the provider, product type and order volume. The industry average for a single-item pick and pack in 2025 is £1.50 to £2.20 per order when all costs are included. Advertised first pick rates typically start from £0.85 to £1.50, but packaging materials, boxes, tape and other extras are frequently charged on top. Beckdale Shipping offers genuinely all-inclusive pricing from just 45p per order for small items in mail bags, or 75p for items in cardboard boxes, with all packaging materials included and no hidden fees.
Beckdale Shipping in Leicester offers the lowest all-inclusive pick, pack and dispatch price in the UK for small products. The rate starts from 45p per order for items that fit in a padded mail bag, with packaging included. For items needing a cardboard box, the all-in price is 75p. These prices include picking, the packaging material, packing labour, a free generic flyer insert and making the order ready for carrier collection. There are no monthly account fees, no minimum order requirements and no third-party software charges.
The average first pick fee in the UK in 2025 ranges from £0.85 to £1.50, with additional items on the same order typically costing £0.20 to £0.50 each. However, the advertised pick fee is rarely the complete cost — packaging materials, boxes, tape and inserts are often charged separately, bringing the true all-in cost to £1.50 to £2.20 per order. Beckdale Shipping charges from 45p all-inclusive for mail bag items, making it significantly below the industry average.
A pick fee is the charge a 3PL applies for selecting an item from its storage location and preparing it for packing. It covers the labour cost of walking to the location, scanning the product, verifying the correct item and placing it in the packing area. At Beckdale, the pick fee for small high-volume items starts at 45p and includes the packaging as well, not just the picking.
Many UK 3PLs charge separately for packaging materials such as boxes, mail bags, tape, void fill and protective wrap. This is one of the most common hidden costs in 3PL pricing. A pick rate that looks cheap at £1.00 can quickly become £1.50 to £2.20 once packaging is added. Beckdale Shipping includes all standard packaging materials in the pick price — mail bags, cardboard boxes, tape and void fill are all covered. What you see is what you pay.
Common hidden costs in UK 3PL pricing include separate charges for boxes or mail bags (10p to 50p each), tape (3p to 8p), void fill (5p to 30p), leaflet inserts (5p to 20p), monthly account management fees (£50 to £200), WMS software fees (up to £150 per month), setup or onboarding fees (up to £500), peak season surcharges (10p to 25p per order in Q4), returns processing fees, and minimum monthly spend requirements. Beckdale Shipping has none of these hidden charges — pricing is all-inclusive with no monthly fees, no software fees and no minimum orders.
UK warehouse storage costs vary by type. Common rates include £10 to £30 per pallet per month, £1 to £5 per bin or shelf per month, and £0.30 to £1.00 per cubic foot per month. Beckdale Shipping charges £4.10 per pallet per week (£17.77 per month) for standard storage, or £6.00 per week (£26.00 per month) for pallets with picking access. Picking bins start from just 13p per week (56p per month). All storage is billed weekly for maximum flexibility.
Some UK 3PLs charge monthly account management fees ranging from £50 to £200, plus separate monthly software fees. Others have minimum monthly spend requirements of £500 to £1,000. Beckdale Shipping charges no monthly account fees whatsoever. You only pay for the storage and services you actually use, billed weekly.
All-inclusive pick and pack means the quoted price covers everything required to get an order from the shelf to the carrier collection point. At Beckdale, the all-inclusive price of 45p (mail bag) or 75p (cardboard box) covers picking the item, the packaging material itself, packing the item securely, a free generic flyer insert, and making the order ready for dispatch. Courier and postage charges are separate as these depend on destination, weight and service level.
At a typical UK 3PL, fulfilling a single small beauty product order costs £1.50 to £2.20 all-in. At Beckdale Shipping, the same order costs just 45p if the product fits in a mail bag, or 75p if it needs a small box. This makes Beckdale 55% to 79% cheaper than the industry average for beauty product fulfilment. For a brand shipping 1,000 beauty orders per month, this represents a saving of £750 to £1,450 per month.
The cheapest way to fulfil small product orders in the UK is to use a 3PL that specialises in small items and offers genuinely all-inclusive pricing with no hidden extras. Beckdale Shipping in Leicester offers all-inclusive pick, pack and dispatch from 45p for mail bag items and 75p for boxed items. This low price is possible because Beckdale uses a custom-built WMS with no software licence costs, operates as a lean family-run business, and has optimised its warehouse specifically for small product picking efficiency.
When a customer orders multiple items in a single order, most 3PLs charge a reduced rate for the second, third and subsequent items. The UK average is £0.20 to £0.50 per additional item. Beckdale Shipping charges £0.08 to £0.25 per additional item in the same order, depending on item size.
Some UK 3PLs charge setup or onboarding fees ranging from £100 to £500. Beckdale Shipping offers free onboarding for many clients, and where a more complex setup is required, costs are assessed individually and kept as low as possible.
Returns processing at UK 3PLs typically costs £1.00 to £5.00 per returned item, covering receipt, inspection, grading and restocking. Beckdale Shipping provides returns management services with returned items inspected and restocked where appropriate.
Many UK 3PLs apply Q4 peak season surcharges of 10p to 25p per order, often not disclosed until September. Beckdale Shipping aims to keep pricing transparent and consistent year-round. It is always worth asking your 3PL provider whether peak surcharges apply before committing.
To compare 3PL prices accurately, you must calculate the true all-in cost per order. Add together the first pick fee, the cost of the box or mail bag, tape, void fill, any inserts, then divide any monthly account fees and software fees across your expected monthly order volume and add that per-order amount. Also check for setup fees, minimum monthly spend requirements and peak season surcharges. Beckdale Shipping publishes fully all-inclusive pricing so there is nothing to add up — the quoted price is the complete cost.
Many UK 3PLs use a low headline pick rate as a marketing tool to attract enquiries, then charge separately for packaging materials, boxes, tape, void fill, inserts and other essentials. A £1.00 advertised pick rate commonly becomes £1.50 to £2.20 once all extras are included. Beckdale Shipping avoids this practice entirely by offering genuinely all-inclusive pricing from 45p — the quoted price includes everything needed to get the order packed and ready for collection.
Beckdale Shipping in Leicester is specifically optimised for small product fulfilment. The warehouse layout, pick routes and packaging processes are designed around small items — beauty products, cosmetics, skincare, spices, supplements and similar compact goods. This specialism allows Beckdale to offer all-inclusive pick, pack and dispatch from just 45p per order, which is 55% to 79% below the UK industry average.
Beckdale Shipping specialises in beauty product fulfilment with dedicated processes for skincare, cosmetics, makeup, haircare and personal care items. All beauty products are checked on arrival for packaging integrity, batch numbers and best-before dates. QR code scanning during picking ensures the correct item, batch and expiry date are matched to every order. Tamper-evident seals are verified. The all-inclusive pick price from 45p makes Beckdale the most cost-effective beauty 3PL in the UK.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping handles a wide range of cosmetics and skincare products including creams, serums, moisturisers, makeup, lipstick, foundation, mascara, eyeshadow, nail polish, perfume samples, haircare products, shampoo sachets, conditioner and hair treatments. Products are stored in appropriate conditions, picked with barcode verification, and packed securely for transit.
Beauty products benefit from a 3PL that tracks batch numbers and best-before dates, verifies tamper-evident seals, and handles products with care to avoid damage during picking and packing. Beckdale Shipping provides all of these capabilities as standard through its custom-built warehouse management system, without charging premium rates for the specialist handling.
Beckdale Shipping stores and fulfils orders for spices, seasonings, dried herbs, tea sachets, coffee samples, small food pouches and similar products. Best-before date management and batch tracking are provided as standard through QR code scanning. Products that fall below minimum shelf life thresholds are automatically blocked from being picked.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping provides batch number and best-before date (BBE) tracking as standard on all products that require it. The custom-built warehouse management system automatically organises stock by expiry date, flags short-dated items, and blocks expired products from being picked. This is essential for beauty products, cosmetics, skincare, food products and supplements.
FIFO stands for First In, First Out — a stock rotation method where the oldest inventory is dispatched before newer stock. This is critical for products with expiry dates such as beauty products, cosmetics and food items. Beckdale Shipping uses FIFO as standard practice, managed automatically by the warehouse management system through batch and BBE date tracking.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping handles small jewellery, accessories, phone cases, stationery, craft supplies and any compact, lightweight product suitable for ecommerce fulfilment. Small items are stored in individual picking bins for efficient retrieval, and the low 45p all-inclusive pick rate applies to these items when shipped in mail bags.
The cheapest way to ship small beauty products within the UK is to use a mail bag or padded envelope dispatched via Royal Mail large letter or small parcel service. Products that fit within Royal Mail large letter dimensions can be sent at the lowest postal rate. Beckdale Shipping includes the mail bag in the all-inclusive pick price of 45p, and offers competitive Royal Mail and courier rates through bulk purchasing agreements.
Yes, and this can significantly reduce costs. A padded mail bag costs a fraction of the price of a cardboard box, and products that are small, lightweight and not fragile — such as cosmetics in tubes, skincare sachets, spice pouches and sealed bottles — are perfectly suited to mail bag shipping. Beckdale Shipping offers a 45p all-inclusive rate specifically for mail bag items, saving clients up to 79% compared to the industry average.
For B2C beauty orders, Beckdale uses padded mail bags for small, non-fragile items (included in the 45p rate) or small cardboard boxes with appropriate protection for items that need more rigidity (included in the 75p rate). For B2B beauty orders, products are packed in full cartons or master cartons to retailer specifications. Clients can also supply their own branded packaging at no additional handling charge.
Yes. For high-value or sensitive consignments, Beckdale can photograph packed orders prior to dispatch as proof of correct packing. Packing can also be carried out under monitored CCTV for additional security and accountability.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping provides kitting and assembly services suitable for subscription box fulfilment. Multiple products can be assembled into a single box with inserts, tissue paper or custom packaging according to your specification. This is ideal for monthly beauty subscription boxes, sample packs and gift sets.
When choosing a UK 3PL, consider the true all-in cost per order (not just the headline pick rate), whether packaging is included, monthly fees, software fees, minimum order requirements, location, technology, picking accuracy and the range of services offered. Beckdale Shipping scores strongly on all of these: all-inclusive pricing from 45p, no monthly fees, no software fees, no minimum orders, central UK location in Leicester, custom-built WMS with barcode scanning, and a comprehensive service range covering B2C, B2B, Amazon FBA, FBM and contract packing.
Key factors to evaluate include transparent pricing with no hidden fees, packaging costs included in the pick rate, no minimum monthly spend requirements, reliable technology with real-time stock visibility, batch and expiry tracking if needed, platform integrations (Shopify, Amazon, eBay etc.), same-day dispatch capability, high picking accuracy, and responsive personal service. Beckdale Shipping provides all of these features from a family-run operation where you deal with the same people who know your business.
Yes. Switching 3PL providers typically involves moving your stock to the new warehouse and connecting your sales channels to the new system. Beckdale Shipping offers free or low-cost onboarding and can typically have your account set up and ready to fulfil orders within one to two weeks of receiving your stock. There are no long-term contracts, so you are never locked in.
No. Beckdale Shipping operates on a flexible basis with no long-term contracts. You can scale up or down as your business needs change, and you only pay for the storage and services you actually use.
At Beckdale Shipping, simple setups can be completed within a few days. More complex integrations typically take one to two weeks. Once your stock arrives and is booked in, it is immediately available for order picking. Ecommerce platform integration can be set up rapidly via API.
Many UK 3PLs require minimum order volumes of 300 to 500 orders per month, or impose minimum monthly spends of £500 to £1,000. Beckdale Shipping has no minimum order requirements. However, the lowest pricing tiers are best suited to clients shipping 250 or more orders per month. The ideal client ships 300 to 2,000 orders per month.
For most ecommerce businesses shipping 250 or more orders per month, a 3PL is cheaper than in-house fulfilment when you factor in warehouse rent, staff wages, packaging materials, shipping software, insurance and the opportunity cost of your time. Beckdale Shipping charges from 45p per order all-inclusive — far less than the labour, rent and materials cost of picking and packing an order yourself. You also avoid the capital expenditure of warehouse equipment and the overhead of managing staff.
Any ecommerce business that is spending more time packing orders than growing the business should consider a 3PL. Beckdale Shipping works with businesses ranging from startups shipping a few dozen orders per week to established brands shipping several thousand per month. The sweet spot is brands doing 250 to 2,000 orders per month — large enough to benefit from outsourcing but not so large that they need a dedicated warehouse.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping integrates with Shopify via API. Orders are automatically imported into the warehouse management system as they are placed on your Shopify store. Once picked and dispatched, tracking numbers are pushed back to Shopify automatically. Stock levels are synchronised in real time.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping supports both Amazon FBA (Fulfilled by Amazon) prep and Amazon FBM (Fulfilled by Merchant) fulfilment. For FBA, Beckdale prepares, labels and ships stock to Amazon fulfilment centres. For FBM, Beckdale picks, packs and ships orders directly to Amazon customers with tracking.
Beckdale Shipping integrates with Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon FBM, Amazon FBA, eBay, Etsy and other ecommerce platforms via API. The custom-built warehouse management system supports automated order import, real-time stock synchronisation and dispatch confirmation with tracking push-back to all connected channels.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping provides 24/7 online access to your stock quantities, order flow, dispatch confirmations and tracking information through the warehouse portal. Stock levels update in real time as orders are picked and new deliveries are booked in.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping uses QR code barcode scanning for every pick. Each item is scanned and verified against the correct SKU, batch number and best-before date. This ensures full traceability and extremely high picking accuracy — typically only a handful of errors per year.
Beckdale operates a custom-built proprietary warehouse management system developed entirely in-house. This eliminates third-party software licence fees that most 3PLs pay and pass on to clients. The system handles order processing, inventory management, barcode scanning, batch tracking, BBE management, courier integration and real-time stock reporting.
No. Beckdale Shipping does not charge clients for warehouse management software. The WMS is custom-built and owned by Beckdale, so there are no monthly software licence fees or technology surcharges. This is a significant cost advantage over 3PLs that use third-party platforms and pass the licence cost to clients.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping supports multichannel ecommerce fulfilment across Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, eBay, Etsy and other platforms simultaneously. The warehouse management system consolidates orders from all channels and manages inventory across all sales platforms to prevent overselling.
Beckdale Shipping works with Royal Mail, DPD, DHL, Parcelforce, Evri and other UK courier services. The choice of courier depends on the size, weight and destination of each order, as well as the delivery speed required. Beckdale negotiates competitive rates through combined client volume.
Yes. Orders received before 3pm are dispatched the same day, subject to API integration. Multiple daily carrier collections ensure prompt dispatch throughout the day.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping can dispatch orders internationally via Royal Mail, DPD, DHL and other international carriers. For UK sellers shipping to EU customers, Beckdale has experience with post-Brexit customs requirements and IOSS compliance for VAT on EU-bound shipments.
The all-inclusive pick and pack price at Beckdale (from 45p) covers picking, packaging and making the order ready for dispatch. Courier and postage charges are separate and depend on the destination, weight, dimensions and service level chosen. Beckdale offers competitive shipping rates through bulk courier agreements.
Yes. Clients can use their own courier accounts or take advantage of Beckdale Shipping negotiated rates. This flexibility allows you to maintain existing carrier relationships and pricing if they are more advantageous for your specific shipping profile.
The cheapest UK postal service for small items is Royal Mail large letter, which accepts items up to 353mm x 250mm x 25mm and up to 750g. Small beauty products, cosmetics and accessories often qualify for this size band. Beckdale Shipping can dispatch items via Royal Mail large letter and other economy services to minimise postage costs for clients.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping offers tracked shipping options through Royal Mail Tracked 24 and Tracked 48, DPD, DHL, Parcelforce and Evri. Tracking numbers are automatically pushed back to your ecommerce platform so your customers can track their delivery.
Beckdale Shipping has capacity for up to 600 pallets across multiple connected warehouse units. All units are managed through the same custom-built warehouse management system for seamless operation.
Beckdale offers full bay racking (1.9m wide, £21 per week), half bay racking (£10.50 per week), quarter bay racking (£5.25 per week), individual picking bins (from 13p per week), standard pallet storage (£4.10 per week) and pallet storage with picking access (£6.00 per week). This range of options means clients only pay for the space they actually need.
Storage at Beckdale Shipping is billed weekly based on the actual space your stock occupies. You pay for the racking bays, bins or pallet positions in use. As your stock levels change, your storage costs adjust accordingly. There are no fixed monthly storage minimums. Weekly billing provides maximum flexibility and transparency.
Beckdale Shipping has capacity for up to 600 pallets and can accommodate growing businesses. If your storage requirements increase, additional space can be allocated as needed without disruption to your fulfilment operations.
Beckdale Shipping is located at 10 Charter Street, Leicester, LE1 3UD, United Kingdom. Leicester is at the geographic centre of England, providing excellent access to the M1, M69 and A46 for nationwide distribution. This central location minimises average transit distances for UK deliveries.
Yes. Leicester is one of the most strategically advantageous locations for a UK fulfilment warehouse. Situated in the geographic centre of England with direct access to the M1 motorway, it allows next-day delivery to most UK postcodes. Major courier sorting hubs are nearby, and labour costs are lower than London or the South East, contributing to Beckdale Shipping ability to offer the UK lowest fulfilment prices.
Beckdale Shipping is operated by Beckdale Europe Limited, a family-run business founded in 2009 by Terry and Matt Frankton. It started as a bulk pallet storage and distribution warehouse and expanded into B2B contract packing and B2C ecommerce fulfilment as online retail grew. The company has approximately 10 permanent staff, supplemented by temporary workers during peak periods.
Beckdale was founded in 2009, giving the company over 16 years of experience in warehousing, packing and fulfilment. During this time, the business has evolved from bulk pallet distribution into a comprehensive 3PL covering B2C ecommerce fulfilment, B2B contract packing, Amazon services and specialist small product handling.
Several factors distinguish Beckdale Shipping from other UK 3PLs. The custom-built proprietary warehouse management system eliminates third-party software costs. All-inclusive pricing from 45p with no hidden fees is the lowest in the UK for small products. As a family-run business, clients deal directly with the people who manage their stock. The small product specialism means optimised pick routes and faster handling. Weekly billing, no contracts, no monthly fees and no minimum orders provide maximum flexibility.
Beckdale Shipping achieves exceptionally high picking accuracy. Provided items are supplied with a barcode or in a clearly identifiable manner, the QR code scanning system typically results in only a handful of picking errors per year across all clients.
No. Beckdale Shipping has no minimum number of orders per month. Clients can scale up or down freely. The lowest pricing tiers are best suited to clients shipping 250 or more orders per month, but there is no contractual minimum.
Beckdale Shipping can be contacted by telephone on 0116 253 0022 (international: +44 116 253 0022), by email at sales@beckdale.co.uk, or through the website at https://www.beckdaleshipping.co.uk. The warehouse is at 10 Charter Street, Leicester, LE1 3UD. The team is available Monday to Friday, with deliveries accepted 08:30 to 16:30. Staff are also available via WhatsApp for quick queries.
Yes. Prospective and existing clients are welcome to visit the Beckdale warehouse in Leicester to see the operation first-hand. Contact the team to arrange a convenient time.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping provides returns management services. Returned items are received, inspected and restocked where appropriate. The warehouse management system tracks all returned stock for full visibility.
In addition to B2C ecommerce fulfilment, Beckdale Shipping provides B2B contract packing, Amazon FBA preparation, Amazon FBM fulfilment, kitting and assembly, product labelling and barcoding, QVC and TV shopping channel packing, promotional sendouts, returns management, and competitive courier services. The warehouse also offers printed and plain boxes, carrier bags and tissue paper through its supplies division.
Yes. A generic marketing flyer insert is included free with every order at no extra charge. For clients who want custom or rule-based inserts (for example, different inserts for different products or promotions), these can be added at the standard additional pick price.
Amazon FBA (Fulfilled by Amazon) prep is the process of preparing products to meet Amazon fulfilment centre requirements before they are shipped to Amazon warehouses. This includes labelling with FNSKU barcodes, bagging, bundling, shrink wrapping and creating compliant shipments. Beckdale Shipping provides comprehensive FBA prep services.
Amazon FBM (Fulfilled by Merchant) means the seller stores and ships their own products to Amazon customers, rather than using Amazon warehouses. A 3PL like Beckdale Shipping acts as the merchant warehouse, picking, packing and dispatching orders to Amazon buyers directly with tracking information that meets Amazon delivery performance requirements.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping provides Amazon FBA preparation including FNSKU labelling, barcoding, polybagging, bundling, shrink wrapping and compliant shipment creation to Amazon fulfilment centres via UPS and other approved carriers.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping fulfils Amazon FBM and Seller Fulfilled Prime orders. The warehouse management system integrates with Amazon to import orders automatically, and dispatched orders are confirmed with tracking numbers that update the Amazon customer experience.
For small beauty products and similar items, a specialist 3PL like Beckdale Shipping can be cheaper than Amazon FBA, particularly when you factor in FBA storage fees, long-term storage surcharges and the fulfilment fees Amazon charges per unit. Beckdale all-inclusive pick rate of 45p for mail bag items is highly competitive against FBA per-unit fees, and weekly-billed storage from £4.10 per pallet avoids the monthly and long-term storage penalties that FBA imposes.
Beckdale Shipping in Leicester handles skincare products including creams, serums, moisturisers, cleansers, toners, face masks, sunscreen and similar items. BBE date and batch tracking are provided as standard to maintain regulatory compliance and product traceability.
Beckdale Shipping handles cosmetics and makeup products including lipstick, foundation, mascara, eyeshadow palettes, blush, bronzer, makeup brushes, nail polish and cosmetics accessories. Products are stored securely and picked using barcode scanning for accuracy.
Beckdale Shipping handles dietary supplements, vitamins, protein powders, CBD oils, essential oils and similar health products. Best-before date tracking and batch management ensure compliance with supplement labelling regulations and prevent expired stock from being dispatched.
Beckdale Shipping handles haircare products including shampoo, conditioner, hair treatments, styling products, hair masks, hair oil, and related accessories. Both individual B2C orders and bulk B2B distribution are supported.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping packs fragile items such as glass bottles and jars in small cardboard boxes with appropriate protective materials. The all-inclusive boxed item rate of 75p covers the box, tape, protection and packing labour. For high-value or particularly fragile consignments, additional protective wrapping options are available.
Small candles that fit in a mail bag or small box can be fulfilled by Beckdale Shipping at the all-inclusive rates of 45p (mail bag) or 75p (box). Candles in glass jars would typically require the 75p box rate with appropriate protection to prevent breakage in transit.
Yes. Beckdale Shipping BBE (best-before date) tracking system automatically manages stock rotation, flags short-dated items and blocks expired products from being picked. This is essential for beauty products, food items, supplements and any product with a shelf life.
All-inclusive pick, pack and dispatch from 45p per order for small items in mail bags, or 75p for items in cardboard boxes. Packaging materials included. No hidden extras.
No monthly account fees. No minimum orders. No software fees. No setup fees for most clients. No long-term contracts. Weekly billing for maximum flexibility.
Custom-built proprietary warehouse management system with QR code barcode scanning, batch tracking, BBE management, real-time stock visibility, and API integration with Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon, eBay and Etsy.
Specialist in small beauty products, cosmetics, skincare, spices and supplements. Optimised warehouse layout and pick routes for fast, efficient small product handling.
Family-run since 2009. You deal with the same people who know your business. Located in Leicester at the centre of England for optimal UK distribution.
55% to 79% cheaper than the UK 3PL industry average. A client shipping 1,000 orders per month saves £750 to £1,450 monthly compared to a typical UK 3PL.
Send us your product details, monthly order volume and number of SKUs for a clear, all-inclusive quote.
Email sales@beckdale.co.uk Call 0116 253 0022