Copying services
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The Royal Mail Archive has photocopying facilities and self-service microfilm printers. We also allow self-service photography free of charge.
Self-service photography
We allow users to make copies of the records using their own equipment (i.e. Cameras, Digi Cams and Camcorders) in the Search Room, providing the following conditions are met:
- The user registers with us as a camera user;
- A master copyright declaration (PDF, 15.6KB) must be signed;
- The user follows handling guidelines and the advice of Search Room staff at all times.
The use of flash or tripods is not permitted. We may also refuse to allow the copying
of certain documents, such as those that are particularly fragile.
Out of respect for other
users photography is restricted
to the copying of documents only. Before signing the master copyright declaration form, please read our 
Photography Policy (Word, 189KB).
Copying charges
Reprographic services | Price per sheet |
|---|---|
B/W photocopies + B/W scanned prints | £0.40 |
Colour photocopies | £1.00 |
Self-service microfilm copies | £0.25 |
B/W CD-Rom printouts | £0.25 |
Colour CD-Rom printouts | £0.80 |
Photography/transparencies | Please ask for a quotation |
All postage and packing (UK) under £10 | £1.00 |
All postage and packing (UK) over £10 | £2.00 |
Self service photography | FREE |
If you would like to use any of our reprographic services without visiting the Search Room, please contact us with the details of your request.
If you would like to publish or use material from The Royal Mail Archive e.g. for an article, a book or a display, you will need to get permission from us. Please contact us with details of your request.
