Send a barrel to Antigua

Whether you are sending clothes, household belongings or gifts to family, Gilbert Link Shipping helps you plan a barrel shipment from the UK to Antigua. Tell us how many barrels you have, their size, your collection postcode and the consignee’s destination. We will confirm the service, next suitable sailing and the documents needed for your booking.

Barrel shipping price guide

£130

This is our published door-to-port barrel shipping guide for Antigua. Confirm the barrel size, current rate and what your final quote includes before you book. The empty barrel, UK collection, insurance, duties, local handling, storage and delivery after arrival may be separate charges.

Collection and route planning

We collect nationwide in the UK. Collection within the M25 is available for a fixed £25 fee; outside the M25 we quote based on your location. You may also ask about delivering to our warehouse by appointment. The published destination for this route is St John’s. Closing dates, vessel departures and estimated arrivals can change, so check the current sailing schedule and confirm the allocated sailing with our team.

The Antigua route lists St John’s. If goods are intended for a recipient elsewhere on the island, confirm the local handover arrangements when you book.

How to prepare your barrel

1. Request your quote: share the destination, size, quantity and collection postcode.
2. Check the contents: make an itemised list and ask about any food, liquids, batteries, medicines or other uncertain items before packing.
3. Pack securely: use a sound barrel, cushion fragile items, avoid overfilling and label it with the sender and consignee details.
4. Book collection: arrange the pickup early enough to meet the confirmed closing date.
5. Prepare for arrival: keep copies of the packing list and follow the destination agent’s clearance and release instructions.

Read our barrel packing guide for more practical preparation tips. Acceptance restrictions and import requirements vary; please confirm uncertain items with us before sealing your barrel.

Frequently asked questions

Can I send household items in a barrel to Antigua?

Personal effects may be accepted subject to our packing rules and destination restrictions. Send us a contents list if any item is uncertain.

Can you collect my barrel outside London?

Yes, we collect nationwide. Provide your postcode and item details for a collection quote if you are outside the M25.

Is the arrival date guaranteed?

No. Arrivals are estimates and release can depend on vessel, port and customs processes. See our transit time guide and confirm the current sailing.

Other shipping options for Antigua

Need to send cartons, furniture, a pallet or more than one barrel? Ask about the suitable service and compare the box shipping guide and Caribbean barrel overview. See our wider shipping to Antigua page for additional cargo options.