Home delivery from Dorset co-op stores now available

Southern Co-op has teamed up with Deliveroo to offer home delivery from stores in Bournemouth, Poole, Bearwood, Creekmoor, Wimborne and Weymouth, giving customers access to up to 6,500 product lines through the Deliveroo app.

Products include everyday groceries, soft drinks, ice cream and a selection of locally sourced brands unique to Southern Co-op’s Dorset stores.

Simon Eastwood, chief operating officer at Southern Co-op, said: "We pride ourselves on listening to our members and customers in the local communities we serve and this is our next step in giving them more, direct to their door.

"From household essentials to Friday night favourites, this partnership makes it easier than ever for people across the South of England to access our products, including those who may not be able to physically visit a store or families who are juggling busy schedules.

"With the preference for on-demand groceries showing no signs of slowing down, we’re pleased to give our customers more choice in how they want to shop with us and look forward to expanding this in the near future with six more stores due to join the partnership in due course."

Deliveries are available to customers within a two-kilometre radius of participating stores and can arrive in as little as 20 minutes.

Orders are picked and packed by Southern Co-op staff, then delivered by Deliveroo riders.

Suzy McClintock from Deliveroo said: "We're delighted to welcome Southern Co-op to Deliveroo.

"This significant partnership dramatically expands choice for our grocery customers across the South of England.

"We know that more than ever our customers value speed and convenience, and this partnership gives them access to groceries delivered straight to their door in as little as 20 minutes."

The partnership supports Southern Co-op’s strategy to meet the rising demand for quick, high-quality food options in busy locations.

It also aims to serve those who may find it difficult to visit a store in person.

Six additional stores are expected to launch on the platform in the near future.