When you need flowers delivered in Milton Keynes, should you order through Interflora or go directly to a local florist? The answer might surprise you — and it could save you money while getting you better flowers.
What actually is Interflora?
Here is what many people do not realise: Interflora is not a florist. They are a relay service that acts as a middleman between you and local florists.
When you order through Interflora, you pay the full price plus service fees, Interflora takes a commission, they pass your order to a local florist, and that florist creates your arrangement with what remains of the budget. A local florist still makes your flowers — they simply have considerably less money to work with.
The value difference
On a £50 bouquet ordered through a relay service, a significant portion typically goes on service fees and commission before a single stem is purchased. Ordering directly from Ramsbothams means your full budget goes into the flowers and their design — no relay fees, no hidden charges. The difference in the finished arrangement can be considerable: more flowers, better varieties and a more generous design.
What you get with a local florist
When you contact Ramsbothams directly, you speak with our experienced florists rather than a call centre. We can listen to the occasion, suggest the most suitable flowers and accommodate specific requests. After nearly seven decades in Milton Keynes, we know the area well — every neighbourhood, the most reliable delivery routes and the kind of personal details that help an order go smoothly.
Our City & Guilds certified team brings over 100 years of combined floristry experience. We know which flowers are freshest each week, what works best for each occasion and how to make the most of any budget.
When relay services have their place
To be fair, relay services do serve a purpose. They are useful when sending flowers internationally, delivering to remote areas you cannot easily research or arranging last-minute delivery to an unfamiliar city. For local delivery in Milton Keynes, however, ordering directly from an established local florist gives you better value and a more personal result.
The Ramsbothams difference
Family-owned since 1957, we have been creating personalised arrangements for three generations of Milton Keynes families. As proud members of the British Florist Association, every arrangement reflects our commitment to quality, personal service and community care.
When you choose to order directly, you are choosing a florist who is accountable to you, who knows this area and who takes pride in every arrangement that leaves the shop.
For local flower delivery in Milton Keynes, visit ramsflorists.co.uk or call us Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Ramsbothams Florist — family-owned and operated in Milton Keynes since 1957. City & Guilds certified. Proud members of the British Florist Association.
