NEW YEAR SALE NOW ON!
Do drop by and have a look….
We have a number of goodies – nibbles, decs and much more – all on sale at cost price!
Yummy Christmas puds – not just for Christmas, delicious at any time when the weather is a bit wintery!
Fudge, biscotti and other nibbles
A dozen large eggs for £2 (6 for £1.20)
And treat yourself to one our delicious hot drinks, including our hot chocolate special, while you’re there!
..and have a look at our range of other products, most of them locally sourced!
We plan to be open every day from 10am to 4pm except on New Year’s Day and our wonderful volunteers look forward to making you welcome!
Most weeks we have some really good offers which you can find on Facebook and on the board in the shop.
We have been able to keep the shop open during national lockdown thanks to our brilliant volunteers but ask customers to be understanding and wear a face covering.
If you who would like to place a telephone order for collection you should ring the shop on 023 8051 8166 and we will do our best to oblige (but if a Volunteer is working on his or her own you may have to be a little patient!). Pay when you collect.
HELP NEEDED
WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS!
The long term success of the Shop depends critically on there being sufficient volunteers to staff the shop and undertake background activities.
At the moment we have 38 Volunteers to work in the Shop which we think is sufficient to open the hours above but it would be wonderful if there were more as numbers do fluctuate for obvious reasons. In addition there are 5 Support Volunteers who help behind the scenes and maintain stock levels.
All our volunteers tell us how much they enjoy their involvement with the shop and the social interaction that goes with it. If you are able to give a little bit of your time and feel you may be able to help please complete the Volunteer Application Form Mar 21 and return it as requested at the bottom of the page.
BACKGROUND
Our shop has been created thanks to the generosity of a great many local Shareholders (Members) together with grants and support from our Parish Council and District and County Councils. It would not have been possible without the generous support and cooperation of the Trusty Servant and the hard work of many in the Community.
We are managed and staffed entirely by Volunteers, have been trading since 1st June 2020 and have worked hard to extend the range of stock to meet local needs.
Our prices compare very favourably with local supermarkets although this is not possible in every case as we are buying in smaller quantities. Members (Shareholders) get a 10% discount for as little as £25 investment.
Contactless payment available (other than AMEX)
See what we’re up to on
and do come and visit us or give a ring on 023 8051 8166
during opening hours
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE SHALL NOT BE ABLE TO REFILL CYCLISTS’ WATER BOTTLES DURING LOCKDOWN BUT YOU CAN BUY BOTTLED WATER!
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If you are interested in becoming a Shareholding Member and getting a 10% discount download a form (see below) or pick one up in the Shop. And if you are interested in volunteering to help please fill out the application form which can also be downloaded (see below) or pick one up in the Shop).
Do contact any of the Committee if you have any suggestions or questions and if you feel you might be able to help in any way do apply as outlined below.
Management Committee members
George Dibben 023 8081 4571 george@dibben.net
Annabel Bruxner-Randall 023 8081 3242 pdbruxner_randall@hotmail.com
Christine Thomas 023 8081 4844 christine.j.thomas987@gmail.com
Yvonne Le Brun 023 8081 2916 yvonne.lebrun@btinternet.com
Denis Bates 023 8081 2903 denisandhilarybates@gmail.com
Alan Ferguson 023 8081 3838 alanandfionaf@btinternet.com
FUNDING – BECOME A SHAREHOLDER!
Many thanks go to everyone who has helped get the project adequately funded to start trading in June 2020, especially to the Parish Council and those who have purchased shares. Since then we have had a number of unexpected outgoings, mainly caused by the requirement to meet the guidance and regulations to help counter the COVID-19 pandemic. However additional funds will always help and also enable the Treasurer sleep better at night.
If you have not yet done so but would like to give your support you can join the growing band of Members (currently 145) through buying shares in Minstead Community Shop Ltd. To do this download the MCS Share Application January 2021 which also includes an application form on the last 2 pages. If you would prefer a hard copy delivered please contact the Committee via minsteadcommunityshop@gmail.com. By becoming a Member you will be entitled to a 10% discount on all purchases!
Information about the membership rules and how the Society will operate are in the document Minstead Community Shop Ltd Rules.
To read more about how we got here and the answers to some frequently asked questions please have a look at our Shop’s