The Fine Print

Returns & Refunds

Everything you need to know about returning your rental and how refunds are handled at Rent to Races.

Returning your rental

You must return your piece on the final day of your rental period. To make sure the next renter receives their order on time, the item should be posted so that it arrives back with us by the next working day.

All returns must be sent via tracked next day delivery (Royal Mail or Evri). The return address and full instructions are included in your confirmation email.

Example 5 day rental

First day of rental

January 1st

Item arrives at your door

Final day of rental

January 5th

Item dropped at the post office via tracked next day delivery

Return date

January 6th

Item arrives back to Rent to Races

Late returns

Timely returns keep our small collection moving for everyone. If a piece is returned later than the final day of your rental period you may be liable for late fees, which cover the delay and any lost income if the next rental is impacted.

If you think you might be late, please email us at rentoraces@gmail.com as soon as possible, communication makes everything easier.

Can I extend my rental?

Unfortunately, no. Each piece is often booked back to back and may need to be sent on to another renter as soon as it arrives back with us, so rental periods cannot be extended once your booking is confirmed.

If a piece doesn't fit

We do not issue cash refunds if a piece does not fit. We always recommend double-checking the size and measurements on each listing before booking, and getting in touch with us if you are unsure so we can guide you to the right fit.

Where a fit refund is offered, it will always be issued as site credit only. Site credit can be redeemed against any future rental and never expires, but it cannot be converted to cash.

The delivery fee is non-refundable in all cases.

If you damage the piece

Every piece in our collection is loved and looked after so the next renter receives it in beautiful condition. By renting from Rent to Races, you accept full responsibility for the piece while it is in your care.

If the piece is returned damaged, stained or marked beyond what professional dry cleaning can resolve, you will be liable for one of the following, at our discretion:

  • The cost of professional dry cleaning to restore the piece, or
  • The cost of specialist repair where the damage can be mended, or
  • The full retail value of the piece where the damage is irreparable.

We will always be in touch with photos and a quote before charging anything additional, and we'll only ever charge what is needed to put the piece right.

Worried about a spill? Add our £12 dry cleaning service at checkout and we'll take care of it for you.

If your rental arrives damaged or not as described

Every piece should arrive exactly as described in the listing. If yours arrives with unlisted marks, flaws, or in poor condition, please follow these steps:

  1. 01

    Take photos straight away

    On the same day the item arrives, take clear photos of any damage or unlisted flaws.

  2. 02

    Email us within 24 hours

    Send your photos and order details to rentoraces@gmail.com within 24 hours of receiving the piece. We can't process a claim if it's raised after this window.

  3. 03

    Return the piece if unwearable

    If the piece is in poor condition and cannot be worn, please post it back to us via tracked next day delivery within 24 hours.

  4. 04

    We'll sort the refund

    Once we receive your photos and (if applicable) the returned piece, we'll be in touch to agree a resolution. In most cases this is a full refund as site credit for the rental days, with delivery fees remaining non-refundable.

Still have questions?

Email us at rentoraces@gmail.com and we'll get back to you.

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