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A vital Post Office service has returned to Woolwich after a new branch officially opened on Powis Street.
The branch, located inside Stationeries & Gifts at 102 Powis Street, was opened by Manish Garg, a postmaster with nearly 20 years of experience.
Mr Garg runs two other branches in Eltham and Blackheath Village.
Councillor Jackie Smith, cabinet member for inclusive economy, business, Greenwich supports and environmental services, said: “We are getting things done in Woolwich and the opening of the new post office marks one of many improvements to the area.
“Woolwich is one of our busiest areas and it is vital that people have a face-to-face service.
“As a councillor and a local resident, I wholeheartedly welcome its arrival.”
Residents welcome return of face-to-face Post Office services in Woolwich (Image: POST OFFICE)
Cllr Smith officially opened the branch on February 6.
The previous Woolwich branch closed in April 2025 when the store housing it shut down.
The new branch offers a very wide range of Post Office services and is open 56 hours per week.
Operating hours are 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday and 11am to 4pm on Sundays.
Customers have access to Royal Mail and Parcelforce services, as well as DPD’s buy-in-branch option for sending or collecting parcels.
The branch also supports personal and business banking, bill payments, vehicle tax renewals and ID verification services.
Community service restored as Woolwich Post Office reopens (Image: POST OFFICE)
Mr Garg said: “Customers really missed Woolwich Post Office when it closed.
“The community is very excited that this Post Office branch, which offers so many Post Office services, is open again and we are proud of our great-looking shop too.
“Kriti and I, and our staff, are really looking forward to serving the people of Woolwich.”
He is managing the branch alongside his wife Kriti.
The branch has retained two members of staff from the previous Post Office in Woolwich.
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The team also includes experienced staff from Mr Garg’s other branches and newly hired employees.
The shop also offers stationery, cards, gifts, and photo services in addition to postal services.
The Royal Borough of Greenwich supported the Post Office’s return by funding towards the fit out as well as working closely with British Land to facilitate its return.
Noah Rai, Post Office area change manager, said: “We know how important a Post Office is to a community, and we are delighted to have restored vital Post Office services inside this wonderful-looking shop.
“Highly experienced post office couple Manish and Kriti Garg know how to run first class branches.”
The branch is open daily.
It features three dedicated Post Office counters as well as one located at the retail counter.
Travel money services are also available, including currency on demand and Post Office travel money cards.
Residents can also benefit from face-to-face support at the new branch.
Cllr Smith said: “We are getting things done in Woolwich and the opening of the new post office marks one of many improvements to the area.
“Woolwich is one of our busiest areas and it is vital that people have a face-to-face service.
“As a councillor and a local resident, I wholeheartedly welcome its arrival.”
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