Doorstep price of milk.

[Snowy Owl]

I have my organic, semi-skimmed milk delivered to the door in pint bottles. For all sorts of reasons, I would like to continue with this. However, for the second time in 6 months, the price has gone up again today. I am now being charged 73p per pint, delivered (ie, no extra delivery charge). I know that it is cheaper from the supermarkets/village shop, but that is far less convenient.

Is anyone else still having their milk delivered, in bottles? If so, what are you paying, bearing in mind that the milk I have is organic and I live in Dorset.

[wired]

I have delivered semi skimmed ordinary milk which has now gone up to 57p a pint.Yes, I could buy from the shops but it would be nice keep doorstep deliveries going especially for those who can't get out.It is guaranteed to be British milk.

[solitude]

Hi - I have my milk delivered to my doorstep also. I live in Bedfordshire and I pay 71p/pint for organic skimmed milk. I just got a notice that it is going up 4% on the next bill. I will stick with my milkman through the increases for the convenience and to support both the milkman and local British milk, as well as the reusable glass bottles. I also appreciate being able to get other staples delivered if necessary - it's worth the slightly higher price.

[Snowy Owl]

Thanks, Wired and Solitude. That certainly means that it's not just here that prices are increasing. I want to continue for all the reasons that you give, Solitude, so, providing it doesn't get too high I too shall continue to support my local milkman. It also helps that he comes at about 5.30 in the morning!

[echokilo]

I have organic items delivered by Abel & Cole (and they are fabulous!) and my milk is 99p a litre ....... is this expensive? I think it's reasonable as the quality is second to none.

[bensmum]

I still have my milk delivered. The ordinary semi-skimmed is going up to 57p next week but I like the convenience and also the fact that bottles are re-usable.