We don't really have a budget as such. I do a three weekly shop at the supermarket and then buy fresh veg and meat on top (although just lately, I have been buying supermarket meat, mainly because I haven't had time to go out to the butchers which is 10 miles away). So for 2 adults, 1 p/t child and 4 cats the three weekly bill is about £130. However, there will be wine on top of that.............
I certainly don't think I could maintain the house and feed a child on £20 per week. Until I met my OH, I had no idea how much children eat!!! If it was just me I wouldn't bother with breakfast and lunch all the time. When the children are here it's 3 meals a day every day.
Two of us and probably the same as Bobbisox on food, although I don't have a budget. Weekly shopping probably about £80.00/£90 (or sometimes more) which includes dog and cat food, cleaning materials, shampoo, shower gels, etc.
Just me....I spend about £50 per week which varies depending on which supermarket I go to and also if I manage to get to the local butcher and fishmonger.
I normally get a lot of toiletries for christmas and birthday that saves a lot... and I do use a lot of basic ingredients ... when things were tight I was able to manage on a lot less... at that point my only extravagance was a pack of decent coffee each week
Me too Bobi. To be honest I could manage on a lot less, but eating well is a priority in our household and we don't spend a lot on anything else (well except I seem to be buying a lot of coats and boots just lately!!)