Press – Oct 19, 2026

Scope Doncaster hosts first-ever parcel locker in charity shop

Blue Evri branded parcel locker in Scope's Doncaster charity shop, with Angus, the shop manager stood proudly.

Scope's Doncaster shop has become the first charity shop in the UK to host an in-store parcel locker, marking another innovative milestone in the growing partnership between Evri and Scope. The installation combines convenience for local consumers with a new source of income for the disability equality charity.

The Evri dropbox locker has been installed at Scope's Doncaster store, Unit 3A, Thorne Road Retail Park, DN2 5DX, allowing customers to send and return parcels while visiting the shop. The initiative reflects a shared commitment from Evri and Scope to explore innovative ways of supporting local communities while helping to generate vital funds for disabled people and their families.

By bringing parcel services directly into a charity retail setting, the locker provides customers with greater choice and convenience while creating additional opportunities for people to discover the shop, donate pre-loved goods and support Scope's work.

The installation builds on the successful partnership between Evri and Scope, which has already raised more than £250,000 through a range of fundraising and donation initiatives. Alongside the launch of free donation-by-post services through Evri's network of more than 13,000 ParcelShops and Lockers, the new locker demonstrates how innovative partnerships can create benefits for charities, customers and local communities alike.

Funds generated through Scope's retail network help support the charity's work towards disability equality, including its free disability helpline which provides expert information and support to disabled people and their families across the UK.

The installation also demonstrates how charity retailers can embrace new technology to diversify income streams, improve convenience and remain at the heart of their local communities.

The project forms part of Evri's continued investment in its out-of-home network, with ParcelShops and Lockers playing an increasingly important role in providing customers with greater flexibility, convenience and control over how they send, receive and return parcels.

We’re focused on making it easier than ever for people in Doncaster to support Scope. This first-of-its-kind locker not only adds convenience for parcel users but also helps drive footfall into the store, supporting the local high street and Scope’s vital work.

Hassan Dahag, Head of Lockers at Evri Group

We’re proud to be the first Scope charity shop in the UK to have an Evri locker. It makes things much easier for customers who are dropping off donations or searching for hidden gems, as they can post parcels at the same time without making an extra trip. It should also bring new customers into our store at Thorne Road Retail Park. People may come to send or collect a parcel, then stay to browse the great value items we have in store. Every pound we raise helps fund our free helpline, where disabled people can get expert guidance and advice. The average call lasts 15 minutes, so quality donations really do make a difference. I’d like to thank Evri for helping us raise more donations and bring more people into our Doncaster shop. This is a fantastic opportunity for us.

Angus Duncan, Shop Manager at Scope charity shop Doncaster

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About Evri

Evri Group is the UK’s leading dedicated parcel delivery company. Following the completed merger between Evri and DHL eCommerce UK in 2025, the combined Group delivers more than 1 billion parcels and a further 1 billion business letters annually.

The Group now has two main divisions: its premium service, and the core Evri operating brand. The new premium division – powered by DHL eCommerce UK’s previous operation – provides greater choice and cost-competitive services for both consumers and businesses, with new services including mail collection and processing, and a dedicated separate network for high-value deliveries. Business letters leader UK Mail and customs clearance specialist Coll-8 are also part of The Group.

Evri, the core operating brand, partners with Europe’s top retailers, marketplaces, pre-loved sites and small businesses – and its mission is to be the most convenient way to send, receive and return parcels at affordable prices.

Founded in Yorkshire in 1974, Evri has grown over the last five decades into a team of more than 12,000 employees and over 30,000 self-employed couriers working in their local communities, as well as a growing network of more than 15,000 ParcelShops and Lockers and over 500 hubs and depots. Its super hub in Barnsley, Yorkshire, is Europe’s biggest dedicated parcel delivery facility.

The Group continues to enhance its international capability and enable the global trade of parcels, boosted by its acquisition of Coll-8, an Irish independent customs clearance and logistics specialist, in 2025.

Evri has 4 million independent 5-star Trustpilot reviews, an average courier rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting its strong commitment to customer experience. Every parcel matters to Evri – which is why it continues to invest in the ongoing improvement of its operations, services and technology.