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Join us at our ‘Welcome to Central Co-op Members’ Event’ on Thursday 4th December…

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Join us at our ‘Welcome to Central Co-op Members’ Event’ on Thursday 4th December…

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We are delighted to invite you to our Members’ event, where we’ll share how we’re delivering on our promise of building a sustainable Society, rooted in the proud heritage and community spirit of Chelmsford Star.

Join us to:

Meet Central Co-op Board Directors and members of the Executive team

Hear more about Central Co-op and our future plans

Share your thoughts and ask questions

Enjoy light refreshments from our Christmas range

Date: Thursday 4th December 2025

Timings: Tea & coffee from 6pm, meeting starts at 6.30pm

Location: Essex County Cricket Ground, New Writtle Street
Chelmsford
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CLICK HERE to book you place.

For further details, please email: member.community@centralcoop.co.uk

We look forward to seeing you there.

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Karen has worked in our Mungo Park store for 13 years

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🌟 Celebrating the Retirement of Karen Ward 🌟

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🌟 Celebrating the Retirement of Karen Ward 🌟

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Today we say a heartfelt farewell to Karen Ward, who is retiring after 13 wonderful years of service at our Mungo Park Road Co-op food store.

Karen has been a much-loved member of the team, having spent her entire Co-op journey at Mungo Park. She shared how emotional her last day feels and how much she has genuinely enjoyed being part of Chelmsford Star.

Karen has always appreciated the flexibility of her working hours and described her time here as “a great journey” — one she’ll always treasure.

Karen’s kindness, dedication, and warm personality have made a real difference to colleagues and customers alike.

She leaves with all our gratitude and very best wishes for a happy, relaxing, and well-deserved retirement.

Thank you, Karen, for everything you’ve brought to the team. You will be truly missed. 💙

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Central Co-op Toy Appeal 2025: Help Bring Christmas Magic to Local Children ✨🎁

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Central Co-op Toy Appeal 2025: Help Bring Christmas Magic to Local Children ✨🎁

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Central Co-op is proud to launch its annual Toy Appeal, supporting families in our communities to ensure every child has a special gift to open this Christmas.

We believe that every child deserves to feel the excitement of unwrapping a present on Christmas morning – and with your help, we can make that happen.

How You Can Help

We welcome donations of new, unopened toys suitable for children of all ages. Every contribution, big or small, will make a meaningful difference.

Gift Ideas

If you’re unsure what to donate, here are some helpful suggestions:

Teddy bears & soft toys

Books and puzzles

Colouring sets, craft kits, and stationery

Educational games and board games

Bath toys

Backpacks, tote bags, and sports items

Toiletry gift sets

Find out more including pick up dates and times here: https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/central-co-op-toy-appeal-2025-help-bring-christmas-magic-to-local-children/

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Join us at our ‘Welcome to Central Co-op Members’ Event’ on Thursday 4th December…

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Join us at our ‘Welcome to Central Co-op Members’ Event’ on Thursday 4th December…

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We are delighted to invite you to our Members’ event, where we’ll share how we’re delivering on our promise of building a sustainable Society, rooted in the proud heritage and community spirit of Chelmsford Star.

Join us to:

Meet Central Co-op Board Directors and members of the Executive team

Hear more about Central Co-op and our future plans

Share your thoughts and ask questions

Enjoy light refreshments from our Christmas range

Date: Thursday 4th December 2025

Timings: Tea & coffee from 6pm, meeting starts at 6.30pm

Location: Essex County Cricket Ground, New Writtle Street
Chelmsford
CM2 0PG

CLICK HERE to book you place.

For further details, please email: member.community@centralcoop.co.uk

We look forward to seeing you there.

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A big thank you to our funeral colleague, Adrian, who attended the Remembrance event at Braintree & Bocking Public Gardens on Sunday and laid a wreath for our community.

We will remember them.

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𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 💚

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𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 💚

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We’re pleased to announce the launch of the ‘We Are the Difference Makers’ colleague campaign across our Chelmsford Star Co-op stores, following our recent move into Central Co-op.

This initiative highlights the important role colleagues play in delivering great service, supporting one another and making a positive difference in our communities.

To all our Chelmsford Star Co-op colleagues — thank you for the fantastic work you do, every day.

We’re proud to recognise and celebrate you.

#DifferenceMakers #ChelmsfordStar #Welcome #CentralCoop

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With the Christmas season fast approaching, we are all too keenly aware of the absence of loved ones in our lives. With this in mind, we’d like to invite you to our Christmas Remembrance Service on Friday 12th December.

This year the service will be held at Old Park Meadow Natural Burial Ground, Coppice Lane, North End, Dunmow. CM6 3PL.

Please start to arrive from 6pm for a 6.30pm start. We expect the service to finish around 7pm.

There will also be a live webcast of the service for those unable to attend in person. Please go onto the website: https://watch.obitus.com

Username: bivo4725 Password: 429040 a little before the service is due to start.

Included in the service will be:

Christmas carols

Minister Reading

Memorial Photo Tribute

Lord’s Prayer

Christmas Tree Blessing – including decorating the tree with your messages

The Last Post

Remembrance Cards will be available for you to write personal messages onto, and a member of our team can help you attach this to our Blessed Tree if needed. Tea, coffee and mince pie refreshments will follow the service.

The Remembrance Cards will also be available in all our branches in advance, so if you can’t attend the service, visit your local branch first and we can place
them on the Blessed Tree on your behalf.

If you’d like to include a photograph of your loved one for our Memorial Photo Tribute, please send your photo’s via email to Carolyn at
wfd@chelmsfordstar.coop by Friday 5th December, we will endeavour to include as many as possible.

We look forward to seeing you there.

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Remember to use your membership card to receive a 5% discount in travel (excludes currency) 

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𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 — 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 & 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀

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Thinking about your next holiday?

Dreaming of escaping the chilly weather with a little winter sun, a magical Christmas market, or maybe planning ahead for next summer?

Wherever you’re headed next, The Co-operative Travel is here to make it easy — and we’ve got a couple of important local updates to share!

✨ Chelmsford – Still open as usual!

Although The Quadrant Department Store has now closed, our Chelmsford Travel branch remains open in the same location within the Chelmsford Quadrant building. (220 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford CM2 0LS)

You’ll find the same friendly faces, ready to help plan your perfect trip.

📍 Braintree – We’ve moved nearby!

Our Braintree branch has now relocated from the Braintree Quadrant store to our new home at:
Unit 9, 4 George Yard, Braintree, CM7 1RB
Same friendly team, same contact details — just a fresh new location!

Why book with us?

We’re an independent travel agent, working with hundreds of trusted holiday providers — giving you unbeatable choice and value. All of our holidays are 100% financially protected, so you can travel with complete peace of mind.

Visit us in branch or browse selected Jet2holidays packages on our website: www.travel.chelmsfordstar.coop – now with £100 off per person in their BLACK FRIDAY SALE*

Don’t forget your travel money!

We offer very competitive exchange rates at our bureau de change — available to order online or collect in branch. 👉 Order travel money online

Get in touch:

Chelmsford
📧 chelmsfordtravel@chelmsfordstar.coop
📞 01245 490290

Braintree
📧 braintreetravel@chelmsfordstar.coop
📞 01376 551444

🧡

We hope to see you soon – you deserve the break!

*Limited time offer. Offer available on all Jet2Holidays departing by 31.10.2027. T&C’s apply.

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Final reductions in our Quadrant Department Stores. Fashion is now only £5 or £10 per item. Furniture and beds - now very limited stock and less than half price!

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⚠ Further Reductions in Quadrant Stores ⚠

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⚠ Further Reductions in Quadrant Stores ⚠

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After many years of serving our local communities, Quadrant Department Stores in Braintree and Chelmsford will sadly be closing on Saturday 25th October.

To clear remaining stock, our Closing Down Sale is NOW ON across all departments — with huge savings storewide.

🛋️ Furniture & Sofas – 55% OFF

🛏️ Beds & Mattresses – 55% OFF

👗 Fashion* – 30% – 70% OFF  – including First Avenue, Jack & Jones, Brook Taverner, French Connection, Olsen, Lighthouse, Seasalt, Masai, Solo and Apricot

🏠 Mirrors & Rugs – Less Than Half Price

🏠 Housewares & Small Electricals – 40% OFF

Fixtures, fittings and ex-display stock also ON SALE!

This is your last chance to save on premium brands including Hypnos, Harrison Spinks, G Plan, Ercol, Relyon and many more.

Once it’s gone, it’s gone — everything must be sold before we close our doors for good.

📍 Visit Quadrant Braintree & Chelmsford today to take advantage of these incredible offers while stocks last.

To view some products available visit: https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/final-reductions-in-quadrants-closing-down-sale/

NB: Colleague discount cannot be used as well as these incredible discounts

*Brands vary per store

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Chelmsford Quadrant just before 10am yesterday (2nd Oct)

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The Quadrant Department stores' closing down sale launched yesterday to see queues of people waiting outside. Watch the video from Chelmsford's store here: https://www.facebook.com/100066477051477/videos/pcb.1139411858284705/818384110708005

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Great Baddow Funerals raise funds for Farleigh...

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Great Baddow Funerals raise funds for Farleigh...

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Cara at our Great Baddow Road branch recently hosted an afternoon tea, and raised an amazing £675.00 for Farleigh Hospice - Well Done!

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Special business announcement - 1st October 2025 

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Hello everyone,

Earlier today, Debbie, our President Elaine Dean, and our colleagues from The Midcounties Co-operative - CEO Phil Ponsonby and President Irene Kirkman - shared some big news. We’re in advanced talks about a possible merger between our two Societies.

Over the next few weeks, both Boards will be asking Members to look at and vote on the plans. You can hear more from Debbie, Phil, Elaine and Irene in this short video.

Right now, it’s still business as usual. We know you’ll keep doing the brilliant work you do every day, but we also understand you might have questions about what this means.

To help, we’ve included some FAQs for you, and we’ll keep these updated. Debbie and Phil will also be holding regular briefings in the weeks ahead, so you’ll have the chance to hear from them directly and get your questions answered.

If you’ve got something you’d like to ask, please email us at: ChelmsfordStarQandA@centralcoop.co.uk - we’ll make sure your question reaches Debbie and Phil.

Your line manager will also check in with you over the next few days if you’d prefer to chat with them. We know the news about the merger has come very soon after the Chelmsford Star transfer, and you might be wondering what it means for you.

Please be assured that nothing changes with the priorities and plans we’ve already shared.

Everything we committed to at the Warm Welcome event will still go ahead, just as promised, and this includes revealing our integration plan during week commencing 6th October.

We’ll keep sharing updates as these exciting plans move forward. In the meantime, thank you for everything you do - and remember, if anything’s on your mind, just get in touch

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Good news - the film from last Monday is now available to view 📽

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Good news - the film from last Monday is now available to view 📽

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Good news - the film from last Monday's event at the racecourse is now available to view, via this link: Chelmsford_Star_-_WW-Event_(1080p) on Vimeo

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Quadrant closing down sale starts 2nd October 

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Thank you for shopping with us all these years...

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Thank you for shopping with us all these years...

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After 158 incredible years serving the people of Essex, Quadrant Department Stores will soon be closing our doors forever.

Before we say goodbye, come and join us to be a part of this very special final chapter.

Our Closing Down Sale begins Thursday 2nd October at 10am

Both Chelmsford & Braintree Stores

Stores will be closed to prepare from 28th September to 1st October

This will be your last chance to shop in the only remaining co-op department stores in the UK, so expect big discounts on your favourite brands across the store - from fashion and beds to furniture, housewares, linens and cookshop.

You won't be able to use your colleague discount during our closing down sale, but do look out for an exclusive colleague emailer, so you can get a preview of the sale before everyone else, with one last chance of using your discount on Wed 1st October!

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Last chance to order NEW stock from Quadrant Stores... 🛋

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Last chance to order NEW stock from Quadrant Stores... 🛋

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It's your last chance to order NEW furniture, beds & flooring from Quadrant Department Stores (Chelmsford & Braintree)

Order by Saturday 27th September and get up to 20% off with our Spend & Save offer.

PLUS COLLEAGUE DISCOUNT!

⭐Pick your colour, size & style — but be quick…

⭐The bigger your order, the bigger your savings.

⭐ Limited time. In-store only.

Clearance sale (of display stock) starts Thursday 2nd October.

Visit us today — your home upgrade starts here!

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Chelmsford Star to Join Central Co-op: Members Vote to Secure Future While Honouring Legacy

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Chelmsford Star Members Approve Transfer to Central Co-op in Historic Vote

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Chelmsford Star Members Approve Transfer to Central Co-op in Historic Vote

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Last night, we held the second of our Special Members’ Meetings to consider the proposed transfer of engagements from Chelmsford Star Co-operative to Central Co-op.

This second vote followed strong support at the first Special Members’ Meeting on 16 July, where 95% of members voted in favour of the proposal. Under our Society’s Rules, a second meeting and vote were required to confirm that decision.

On behalf of the Board and Executive team, we’d like to thank all members and colleagues who attended, asked questions and contributed to the discussion. Your engagement in the democratic life of our Society has been vital throughout this process.

At the second meeting, members were asked to vote again on the proposed transfer. In total, 202 members voted, with more than 99% in favour. As this vote required a simple majority to pass, we can now confirm that the resolution has been approved.

This means that Chelmsford Star Co-operative Society will formally transfer all of its engagements to Central Co-op on 15 September 2025.

The resolution that Members were asked to consider at the meetings represents the toughest decisions that the Board, Management and Members have had to make for more than forty years, and it’s a testament to democracy that Members have voted to protect the Chelmsford Star legacy, through a transfer of engagements to Central Co-op.

We are sure that you will agree, that while the decision to transfer is right for the Society, it is a still a very sad day, that the 158 years of Chelmsford Star as an independent Co-operative Society will come to an end.

While the votes are now behind us and we are closer to achieving our objectives of protecting investing members funds and colleagues’ jobs, we are also only too aware of that many of your still have questions that have not been answered.

Now that the Members have voted in favour of the Transfer, the integration planning can begin in earnest, and it is during this stage of the process that we will be in a better position to answer your more detailed questions.

We’ll be working to work closely with Central Co-op on the integration process and will keep you informed as plans progress. The initial plans are to keep colleagues updated on the planning in conjunction with Central Co-op through:

Workshops and listening groups

Planning and briefing sessions

Regular updates published on Starlink

Visits from Central Co-op colleagues to meet & greet CS colleagues and host surgery style drop ins

W/c 15 Sept (week of transfer) to include Debbie/Barry online comms briefing and handover and then welcome briefings by business function inc Dept Stores/ Support Centre)

In the meantime, if you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Thank you for your continued support and co-operation.

Tony Price, President, Chelmsford Star Co-operative

Barry Wood  CEO, Chelmsford Star Co-operative

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Positive Feedback for our Wickford Store ⭐

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Positive Feedback for our Wickford Store ⭐

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Praise for the team

"The team is always super friendly, helpful, and collaborative with the customers. They engage with all their customers and know most by name. It's endearing to watch, especially their interactions with the more senior demographic, often having a little laugh and a joke over buying the newspaper and a packet of crumpets. A very lovely team." Louise Burton

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We have a fantastic opportunity to become Store Manager of our Ingatestone store, the store is of strategic important to the society as it sits within the tier 2 category, the store is also situated in a premium location.

We are looking for a highly motivated, people orientated, standards and process driven store manager who can take Ingatestone to the next level and directly complete with the local competition.

Salary for this role is £45,404

Pease send applications directly to Dominic at dominic.lockerbie@chelmsfordstar.coop, please include up to date CV and a covering letter.

Closing date for applications is Monday 23/6/25

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Last night saw the Euromillions rollover again and means this Fridays event is a bumper.

Friday's Jackpot will be over £200m alongside the planned event of the 13 Millionaire Makers. A golden opportunity to really drive sales and support instore footfall, so make sure your store completes a Site Stock Sell check making sure everything is in place for when customers visit to buy a ticket and even a scratch card.

Stores may receive a jackpot poster to put up.

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The Quadrant Summer Sale starts on Saturday 14th June

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The Quadrant Summer Sale starts on Saturday 14th June

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The Quadrant Summer Sale starts this Saturday!

Step into our Braintree or Chelmsford store and discover seasonal savings on premium furniture, beds, and flooring.

Whether you're brightening up your space or upgrading your comfort, you'll find great deals on brands like Alstons, G Plan, Parker Knoll, Harrison Spinks, Hypnos, Silentnight, and more!*

* Brands vary per store

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Adrian Chinnery from our funeral team kindly chauffeured at the Braintree & Bocking Carnival on Saturday 7th June.

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🌿 This National Volunteer Week, why not give back to your community? 🌟

Join us for The Big Co-op Clean Up on Friday 27th June, 2–3:30pm, at Central Park, Chelmsford! 🧤🌳

Meet us at the Co-op gazebo in Bell Meadow — we’ll supply the gear, you bring the good vibes and sturdy footwear. Let’s work together to keep our green spaces beautiful 💚

📅 Sign up & get involved: https://lnkd.in/eJJeqZze
📞 Or contact us at 0800 254 0404 |

📧 Membership@chelmsfordstar.coop

#NationalVolunteerWeek #CoopCleanUp #Chelmsford #CommunitySpirit #Volunteering #KeepChelmsfordClean

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Join us for an evening of wine & cheese tasting with Neil Bull, Owner and Tutor at the Essex Wine School.

You’ll taste a selection of Co-op branded wines and cheeses and Neil will talk you through each one.

Tickets are £10 for Members* and £15 for Non-Members.

Doors open at 5.45pm for a 6pm start.

Tickets on sale NOW at Eventbrite

*Members – please use promo code COOPMEMBER to save £5 on your ticket price.

All proceeds go to our Community Fund

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Join us for an evening of wine & cheese tasting with Neil Bull, Owner and Tutor at the Essex Wine School.

You’ll taste a selection of Co-op branded wines and cheeses and Neil will talk you through each one.

Tickets are £10 for Members* and £15 for Non-Members.

Doors open at 5.45pm for a 6pm start.

Tickets on sale NOW at Eventbrite

*Members – please use promo code COOPMEMBER to save £5 on your ticket price.

All proceeds go to our Community Fund

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Join the Big Co-op Clean Up at Central Park, Chelmsford! ♻

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Join the Big Co-op Clean Up at Central Park, Chelmsford! ♻

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Chelmsford Star Co-op is calling on volunteers to participate in the Big Co-op Clean Up at Central Park, Chelmsford.

This community-driven event aims to bring together residents, families, and local groups to help keep our cherished green spaces clean and vibrant.

Date & Time: Friday 27th June 2025: 2pm – 3.30pm

Location: Central Park, Chelmsford

Meeting Point: Meet at the gazebo at Bell Meadow CM2 0PD

Please wear sturdy footwear.

Volunteers will be provided with all necessary equipment, including litter pickers, gloves, high-visibility vests, and bin bags. Please bring your own if you can.

Why volunteer?

Make a Visible Impact: Your efforts will contribute to a cleaner, more inviting park for everyone to enjoy.

Community Engagement: Meet like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a difference in Chelmsford.

Call 0800 254 0404 or email: Membership@chelmsfordstar.coop

Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or trying it for the first time, your contribution is valuable and appreciated.

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Join the Big Co-op Clean Up at Central Park, Chelmsford! ♻

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Join the Big Co-op Clean Up at Central Park, Chelmsford! ♻

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Chelmsford Star Co-op is calling on volunteers to participate in the Big Co-op Clean Up at Central Park, Chelmsford.

This community-driven event aims to bring together residents, families, and local groups to help keep our cherished green spaces clean and vibrant.

Date & Time: Friday 27th June 2025: 2pm – 3.30pm

Location: Central Park, Chelmsford

Meeting Point: Meet at the gazebo at Bell Meadow CM2 0PD

Please wear sturdy footwear.

Volunteers will be provided with all necessary equipment, including litter pickers, gloves, high-visibility vests, and bin bags. Please bring your own if you can.

Why volunteer?

Make a Visible Impact: Your efforts will contribute to a cleaner, more inviting park for everyone to enjoy.

Community Engagement: Meet like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a difference in Chelmsford.

Call 0800 254 0404 or email: Membership@chelmsfordstar.coop

Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or trying it for the first time, your contribution is valuable and appreciated.

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Ingatestone Funeral Branch: Bereavement Group

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Ingatestone Funeral Branch: Bereavement Group

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Jackie's Group (19!) all met up for lunch recently.

They meet on the First Tuesday of every month at the Parish rooms in Stock Lane, however, they get together at other locations too - looks like a great time was had by all.

Their next bereavement group is on Tuesday 3rd June, 10-12 - do come along.

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Angela at our George Yard Funerals branch in Braintree has highlighted this week is Dementia Action Week, raising awareness of the importance of an early diagnosis for people affected by dementia.

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These two beautiful Horses assisted with a funeral last week for our Broomfield Road branch.

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Yvonne Wheeler - winner of the Quadrant Store's Catherine Lansfield bedding set competition, pictured with colleague Sheila.

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Our funeral teams have helped raise over £22k for Farleigh Hospice ✨ 

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Our funeral teams have helped raise over £22k for Farleigh Hospice ✨ 

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Adrian from our Broomfield Road branch recently attended a Breakfast Morning and talk at Farleigh Hospice.

He was also presented with a Certificate for us all for helping to raise £22,407.36 through In Memory Donations.

A Big Thank you to all our families who have a Donation Box at their loved ones service for Farleigh.

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Mid-season sale now on in Quadrant Department Stores ✨🛍

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Mid-season sale now on in Quadrant Department Stores ✨🛍

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The Mid-Season Sale is on now in Quadrant’s FASHION, HOUSEWARES & SMALL ELECTRICAL departments!*

Save 30% OFF: First Avenue, Trespass, Sahara, JJXX, and Jack & Jones.**

Save 20% OFF: Masai, Robell, Barbour, Seasalt, Joules, D&G, Farah, Lambretta, Champion and Brook Taverner.**

Save: 20% OFF Housewares and 10% OFF Small electricals**.

And don’t forget – use your Chelmsford Star Co-op membership card for even more rewards! Including your colleague discount AS WELL!

Visit us in Chelmsford or Braintree today!

Brands vary by store. * Savings apply to full priced merchandise only. Offers ends 17th May 2025.

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Well done to Tisha from Challis Lane who was our best performing colleague for raffle ticket sales this Easter. 👏🏼

The best team performance came from Galleywood. 👏🏼

Our Head of Membership Kevin Bennett popped out to thank them both for their efforts.

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Easter Raffle Winner at Portsea road Mrs Maria

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Easter Raffle Winner at Portsea road Mrs Maria

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Look out for our new 'Cutting Costs, Not Convenience' Campaign coming soon!

POS will be arriving in stores soon!

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Our Easter raffle has raised £714.

Thanks to all of those who took part.

Well done to Challis Lane, Galleywood, Havengore and Writtle for selling the highest number of tickets.

I'll be in touch with Challis Lane & Galleywood to present a thank you prize to each store.

Emily

Marketing

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Mungo's Easter Hamper Winner 2025 is Janice

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Mungo's Easter Hamper Winner 2025 is Janice

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Happy Easter all

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🐰 𝙊𝙪𝙧 ‘𝙃𝙤𝙥 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙎𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨’ 𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙣𝙤𝙬!🐣 

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🐰 𝙊𝙪𝙧 ‘𝙃𝙤𝙥 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙎𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨’ 𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙣𝙤𝙬!🐣 

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Our ‘Hop into Savings’ Event is happening at Quadrant department stores on Thursday 17th, Friday 18th & Saturday 19th April, and you’re invited to save big!

Take advantage of these exclusive discounts:

✨ 20% off all full-price fashion and accessories (own bought) 👕👜
✨ 20% off all full-price housewares 🏡
✨ 10% off all full-price electrical items 🔌
✨ 20% off all full-price luggage 🧳
✨ 10% off clearance furniture 🛋️

Don’t miss out—come along, grab a bargain, and treat yourself for less! 🎊

You'll also get your COLLEAGUE DISCOUNT when you use your membership card! 💳

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For two weeks in May, food stores will be collecting for GroceryAid.

Please look out for the posters and charity pot wraps in your POS kits next week. All stores will need to action this from 1st - 14th May 2025 please.

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Please see above the Easter Raffle tickets sold by store between 3rd to 13th April. We have just this week now to sell as many tickets as possible please.

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🗓 Monday 12th May 2025
🕡 Starts at 6.30PM (Entry from 6PM)
📍 Council Chamber, Civic Centre, Duke Street, Chelmsford CM1 1JE

This is your chance to:
✅ Review our trading & community achievements
✅ Help appoint Member Representatives & Auditors
✅ Vote on dividends, distributions & directors’ fees

🔐 Please note: this event is for members only. Membership card required for entry.

📲 Visit https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/membership/agm/ to download the agenda and meet your reps.

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Calling all Chelmsford Star Co-op Members...

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You're invited to our Members-Only Annual General Meeting 🌟

🗓 Monday 12th May 2025
🕡 Starts at 6.30PM (Entry from 6PM)
📍 Council Chamber, Civic Centre, Duke Street, Chelmsford CM1 1JE

This is your chance to:
✅ Review our trading & community achievements
✅ Help appoint Member Representatives & Auditors
✅ Vote on dividends, distributions & directors’ fees

🔐 Please note: this event is for members only. Membership card required for entry.

📲 Visit https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/membership/agm/ to download the agenda and meet your reps.

Let’s shape the future of your Co-op together! 💬🗳️

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📣 𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙡𝙡 𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙢𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙙 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧 𝘾𝙤-𝙤𝙥 𝙈𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨!

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📣 𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙡𝙡 𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙢𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙙 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧 𝘾𝙤-𝙤𝙥 𝙈𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨!

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You're invited to our Members-Only Annual General Meeting 🌟

🗓 Monday 12th May 2025
🕡 Starts at 6.30PM (Entry from 6PM)
📍 Council Chamber, Civic Centre, Duke Street, Chelmsford CM1 1JE

This is your chance to:
✅ Review our trading & community achievements
✅ Help appoint Member Representatives & Auditors
✅ Vote on dividends, distributions & directors’ fees

🔐 Please note: this event is for members only. Membership card required for entry.

📲 Visit https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/membership/agm/ to download the agenda and meet your reps.

Let’s shape the future of your Co-op together! 💬🗳️

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Members, if you are not registered for postal voting and would like to vote in person, we have arranged several opportunities:

𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁:

Brambles Restaurant | Thurs 1st May | 10am – 3pm

𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁:

Brambles Restaurant | Weds 23rd April | 10am – 3pm

Brambles Restaurant | Thurs 24th April | 10am – 3pm

If you’d like to vote but can’t be available on these dates and are not on the postal voting register, please get in touch with our Society Secretary. Dan McMeekin: daniel.mcmeekin@chelmsfordstar.coop

For more information and to read the candidate statements of those up for election find out more here: https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/membership/agm/

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𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🗳

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𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🗳

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Members, if you are not registered for postal voting and would like to vote in person, we have arranged several opportunities:

𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁:

Brambles Restaurant | Thurs 1st May | 10am – 3pm

𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁:

Brambles Restaurant | Weds 23rd April | 10am – 3pm

Brambles Restaurant | Thurs 24th April | 10am – 3pm

If you’d like to vote but can’t be available on these dates and are not on the postal voting register, please get in touch with our Society Secretary. Dan McMeekin: daniel.mcmeekin@chelmsfordstar.coop

For more information and to read the candidate statements of those up for election find out more here: https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/membership/agm/

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𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🗳

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𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🗳

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Members, if you are not registered for postal voting and would like to vote in person, we have arranged several opportunities:

𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁:

Brambles Restaurant | Thurs 1st May | 10am – 3pm

𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁:

Brambles Restaurant | Weds 23rd April | 10am – 3pm

Brambles Restaurant | Thurs 24th April | 10am – 3pm

If you’d like to vote but can’t be available on these dates and are not on the postal voting register, please get in touch with our Society Secretary. Dan McMeekin: daniel.mcmeekin@chelmsfordstar.coop

For more information and to read the candidate statements of those up for election find out more here: https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/membership/agm/

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📣 𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙡𝙡 𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙢𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙙 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧 𝘾𝙤-𝙤𝙥 𝙈𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨!

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📣 𝘾𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙡𝙡 𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙢𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙙 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧 𝘾𝙤-𝙤𝙥 𝙈𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨!

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You're invited to our Members-Only Annual General Meeting 🌟

🗓 Monday 12th May 2025
🕡 Starts at 6.30PM (Entry from 6PM)
📍 Council Chamber, Civic Centre, Duke Street, Chelmsford CM1 1JE

This is your chance to:
✅ Review our trading & community achievements
✅ Help appoint Member Representatives & Auditors
✅ Vote on dividends, distributions & directors’ fees

🔐 Please note: this event is for members only. Membership card required for entry.

📲 Visit https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/membership/agm/ to download the agenda and meet your reps.

📌 Got a motion to submit? Deadline is 4PM on 21st April 2025.

Let’s shape the future of your Co-op together! 💬🗳️

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Help us to raise vital funds for the DEC Myanmar Earthquake Appeal

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🔺DEC Myanmar Appeal – Collection Tins & Media Screens 🔺

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🔺DEC Myanmar Appeal – Collection Tins & Media Screens 🔺

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We kindly ask that all collection tins in stores be cashed up this Saturday evening, with proceeds allocated to the DEC appeal from Sunday morning (6th April) for a period of two weeks.

The Media Screens will be updated and displayed for the same two-week period.

Please ensure you print the pdf attached to the Myanmar Earthquake Appeal post in the news section to use on your Charity Pots.

🔺Thank you for your support 🔺

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Jackie from our Ingatestone branch is now in her 18th year of running the Bereavement Group at the Parish Rooms, Stock Lane on the first Tuesday of every month.

What a lovely photo of Jackie's Group earlier today.

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We are having another Easter Hamper Raffle this year in the food stores to raise money for the Chelmsford Star Community Fund.

Raffle tickets can now be sold for £1 each until Friday 18th April 2025.

Tickets and posters should now be in stores (in POS kits). Please only use and fill in the official raffle tickets and ensure that customer data is not displayed for everyone to see on the shop floor.

One winner per store should be drawn and contacted on Friday 18th/Saturday 19th April 2025. It would be great if winners can come in for a photo of them with their prize, that you can send to me with their name for social media/starlight magazine.

Colleagues cannot purchase tickets in the store that they work in, however are welcome to purchase from another store.

Please ensure the hamper adds up to as close to £50 as possible.

Suggested items/ideas to include are:

·         Easter Eggs

·         Easter cakes

·         Hot Cross Buns

·         Easter treats e.g. crème eggs

·         Wine/Prosecco

·         Where possible please use Co-op branded products and please ensure that if you make the hampers up in advance that all products are still in date by the time the winner collects.

There will be prizes available for the top selling TWO STORES, so please sell as many as you can. If you require more tickets, please let me know or ask another store if you can take theirs as we would like to sell all available tickets. We have a limited number available to try and avoid waste.

Please ensure you sell enough tickets to cover the cost of the hamper. If you cannot participate for any reason, please ensure your tickets are sent back to me ASAP explaining the reason why.

To transfer the stock please use the stock adjustment function on your guns (17) and transfer to marketing (47).

To put the £1 for the ticket through the till please use the till code 5281 (there is also a button saying charity raffle ticket that can be used.)

Good luck and happy fundraising.

Emily
Marketing

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We will be having another Easter Hamper Raffle this year in the food stores to raise money for the Chelmsford Star Community Fund.

Raffle tickets will be available for customers to purchase for £1 each between Thursday 3rd – Friday 18th April 2025.

Tickets and posters are being sent to stores this week in POS Kits. Please only use and fill in the official raffle tickets and ensure that customer data is not displayed for everyone to see on the shop floor.

One winner per store should be drawn and contacted on Friday 18th/Saturday 19th April 2025. It would be great if winners can come in for a photo of them with their prize, that you can send to me with their name for social media/starlight magazine.

Colleagues cannot purchase tickets in the store that they work in, however are welcome to purchase from another store.

Please ensure the hamper adds up to as close to £50 as possible.

Suggested items/ideas to include are:

·         Easter Eggs

·         Easter cakes

·         Hot Cross Buns

·         Easter treats e.g. crème eggs

·         Wine/Prosecco

·         Where possible please use Co-op branded products and please ensure that if you make the hampers up in advance that all products are still in date by the time the winner collects.

There will be prizes available for the top selling TWO STORES, so please sell as many as you can. If you require more tickets, please let me know or ask another store if you can take theirs as we would like to sell all available tickets. We have a limited number available to try and avoid waste.

Please ensure you sell enough tickets to cover the cost of the hamper. If you cannot participate for any reason, please ensure your tickets are sent back to me ASAP explaining the reason why.

To transfer the stock please use the stock adjustment function on your guns (17) and transfer to marketing (47).

To put the £1 for the ticket through the till please use the till code 5281 (there is also a button saying charity raffle ticket that can be used.)

Good luck and happy fundraising.

Emily
Marketing

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"Why settle for a beach when you can have the whole planet?"

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'𝗢𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱' 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 – 𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀!

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'𝗢𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱' 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 – 𝗡𝗼𝘄 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀!

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The Co-operative Travel are excited to announce their brand-new 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗚𝗲𝘁𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀!

For a limited time, you can book a luxury escape to the Moon, Mars, or even Saturn’s rings!

Destinations include:

🌑 Moon Base Retreat – Enjoy low-gravity spa treatments & lunar hiking tours

🪐 Saturn’s Ring Resort – The ultimate floating infinity pool experience

♨ Mars Adventure Camp – Stay in a glass-domed resort, experience zero-gravity yoga, and rover safaris across the red planet!

🛰 Venus - The Ultimate Girls' getaway - enjoy a glowing complexion with the year round 475°C sauna experience and all inclusive cocktails infused with cosmic stardust!

From just £999,999pp* (fuel surcharge applies)

SpaceX economy seats included (upgrade to first-class hypersleep available)

Email The Co-op Travel to book now… if you dare!

*price correct on 01.04.2025. Subject to availability.

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The troll was arrested this morning outside the Chelmsford Quadrant Store. 

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𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦: Surprise arrest brings more shoppers over the bridge into Chelmsford's 'lost' high street.

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𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦: Surprise arrest brings more shoppers over the bridge into Chelmsford's 'lost' high street.

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Authorities confirmed this morning that a folkloric troll, long suspected of lurking beneath the Stone Bridge in central Chelmsford, has been apprehended, bringing relief to local residents, shoppers and business owners.

For years, the Stone Bridge, which serves as a vital connection between central Chelmsford and the once bustling ‘Stonebridge Quarter’ stretch of Moulsham Street, had been a point of frustration and trepidation for pedestrians. Historic reports of individuals being stopped and asked obscure riddles, along with occasional demands for money or goats, has deterred many shoppers from attempting to cross over – even in recent years.

“Finally, high street shoppers can visit this end of town in peace,” said local business manager Gino Muscat, who operates the Quadrant on the far side of the bridge. “Even the rumour of this creature has been a menace to commerce, and I can’t tell you how many potential high street shoppers we see turn away before they reach the bridge just to avoid the hassle.”

Read more here: https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/legendary-troll-arrested-beneath-local-bridge-ending-years-of-shopping-disruptions/
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This week the Euromillions is still rolling!

The jackpot is now over £200m for this Fridays draw. This is only the 2nd time the jackpot has been this high in the last 2 years.

Last Friday's super Jackpot boosted sales by 84% vs base week, and we have forecast of +125% uplifts for this Fridays draw. In our previous roll series to a similar Jackpot, (July 2022), sales uplifts were over 200%.

Make the most of every sales opportunity!

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Posters and tickets will be sent to stores next week! 

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Easter Raffle 2025

We will be having another Easter Hamper Raffle this year in the food stores to raise money for the Chelmsford Star Community Fund.

Raffle tickets will be available for customers to purchase for £1 each between Thursday 3rd – Friday 18th April 2025.

Tickets and posters are being sent to stores next week in POS Kits. Please only use and fill in the official raffle tickets and ensure that customer data is not displayed for everyone to see on the shop floor.

One winner per store should be drawn and contacted on Friday 18th/Saturday 19th April 2025. It would be great if winners can come in for a photo of them with their prize, that you can send to me with their name for social media/starlight magazine.

Colleagues cannot purchase tickets in the store that they work in, however are welcome to purchase from another store.

Please ensure the hamper adds up to as close to £50 as possible.

Suggested items/ideas to include are:

·         Easter Eggs

·         Easter cakes

·         Hot Cross Buns

·         Easter treats e.g. crème eggs

·         Wine/Prosecco

·         Where possible please use Co-op branded products and please ensure that if you make the hampers up in advance that all products are still in date by the time the winner collects.

There will be prizes available for the top selling TWO STORES, so please sell as many as you can. If you require more tickets, please let me know or ask another store if you can take theirs as we would like to sell all available tickets. We have a limited number available to try and avoid waste.

Please ensure you sell enough tickets to cover the cost of the hamper. If you cannot participate for any reason, please ensure your tickets are sent back to me ASAP explaining the reason why.

To transfer the stock please use the stock adjustment function on your guns (17) and transfer to marketing (47).

To put the £1 for the ticket through the till please use the till code 5281 (there is also a button saying charity raffle ticket that can be used.)

Good luck and happy fundraising.

Emily
Marketing

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Euromillions 21st March - Jackpot is an estimated £166m! ✨

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Euromillions 21st March - Jackpot is an estimated £166m! ✨

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Tomorrow night's EUROMILLIONS Jackpot is an estimated £166m!

Please ensure all of your colleagues are aware and take the opportunity to ask all customers if they wish to purchase a ticket.

Great opportunity to drive some additional Turnover.

Good luck. 🍀

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This Saturday the lotto has a 'must be won' jackpot of an estimated £11.2m!

Please ensure all of your colleagues are aware and take the opportunity to ask all customers if they wish to purchase a ticket.

Great opportunity to drive some additional Turnover.

Good luck. 🍀

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Well done to Leigh-on-Sea for their Easter Window Display. ✨🐣👍🏼

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Tonight's Euromillions Jackpot is estimated to be a massive £145+ million pounds. 💵

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Tonight's Euromillions Jackpot is estimated to be a massive £145+ million pounds. 💵

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Please ensure all of your colleagues are aware and take the opportunity to ask all customers if they wish to purchase a ticket.

Great opportunity to drive some additional Turnover.

Good luck. 🍀

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Our 2025 Annual General Meeting will take place at the Civic Centre, Chelmsford, CM1 1JE on Monday 12th May 2025 at 6pm.

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🏆 𝗪𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁! 🏆

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The Chelmsford BID Business Awards 2025 are here, and we’d love to for Quadrant to be nominated!

Last year, the awards saw thousands of nominations and votes, celebrating the amazing businesses that make Chelmsford special. It was incredible to see our city come together—and now, it’s time to do it all again!

If you love shopping with us at Quadrant Department Stores, we’d be so grateful for your nomination. Your support means the world to us, and it would be an honour to be recognised in this year’s awards.

🔗 Nominate us today and help us celebrate all the fantastic businesses in our city centre! 👉🏼 https://www.chelmsfordforyou.co.uk/chelmsford-bid-business-awards

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The Spring Sale starts this Saturday in Quadrant Stores. 🛏🛋✨

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The Spring Sale starts this Saturday in Quadrant Stores. 🛏🛋✨

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The Spring Sale starts on Saturday (15th March) with huge savings on big-brand items, across the furniture, beds, flooring and housewares departments.

Take a look in stores at the huge range of sofas, beds and furniture we have on offer, you are sure to find something to suit your taste and budget. Remember you'll also get your colleague discount, even on sale prices! (up to 20%)

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🐰 Hop into Savings – Exclusive Easter Event! 💰

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🐰 Hop into Savings – Exclusive Easter Event! 💰

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Our ‘Hop into Savings’ Event is happening at Quadrant department stores on Thursday 17th, Friday 18th & Saturday 19th April, and you’re invited to save big!

Take advantage of these exclusive discounts:

✨ 20% off all full-price fashion and accessories (own bought) 👕👜
✨ 20% off all full-price housewares 🏡
✨ 10% off all full-price electrical items 🔌
✨ 20% off all full-price luggage 🧳
✨ 10% off clearance furniture 🛋️

Don’t miss out—come along, grab a bargain, and treat yourself for less! 🎊

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How to boost scratch card sales and engage new players

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How to boost scratch card sales and engage new players ✨

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How to boost scratch card sales and engage new players ✨

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How to boost scratchcard sales and engage new players

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🔹 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗼-𝗼𝗽 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 – 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 & 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲!🔹

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🔹 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗼-𝗼𝗽 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 – 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 & 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲!🔹

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Are you passionate about your community? Do you want to play an active role in shaping the future of Chelmsford Star Co-op?

Now is your chance!

We’re looking for members to step forward as Member Representatives in our 2025 elections.

This is your opportunity to have a direct say in how our Co-op is run, ensuring it stays member-led and community-focused.

✅ No business or finance experience needed – just a willingness to get involved!

✅ Multiple roles available – including the Board of Directors, Membership Committee, and Members’ Council.

✅ Exclusive benefits – including our colleague discount and financial rewards for higher-commitment roles.

📅 Deadline for applications: 31st March 2025

📩 Find out more & apply today
👉 https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/were-looking-for-our-next-member-representatives/

Got questions?
Contact Dan McMeekin at daniel.mcmeekin@chelmsfordstar.coop or call 01245 916216.

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🔹 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗼-𝗼𝗽 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 – 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 & 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲!🔹

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🔹 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗼-𝗼𝗽 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 – 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 & 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗗𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲!🔹

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Are you passionate about your community? Do you want to play an active role in shaping the future of Chelmsford Star Co-op?

Now is your chance!

We’re looking for members to step forward as Member Representatives in our 2025 elections.

This is your opportunity to have a direct say in how our Co-op is run, ensuring it stays member-led and community-focused.

✅ No business or finance experience needed – just a willingness to get involved!

✅ Multiple roles available – including the Board of Directors, Membership Committee, and Members’ Council.

✅ Exclusive benefits – including our colleague discount and financial rewards for higher-commitment roles.

📅 Deadline for applications: 31st March 2025

📩 Find out more & apply today
👉 https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/were-looking-for-our-next-member-representatives/

Got questions?
Contact Dan McMeekin at daniel.mcmeekin@chelmsfordstar.coop or call 01245 916216.

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Call 08088 021122 or visit www.groceryaid.org.uk

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GroceryAid – Free and Confidential Support for Our Colleagues ✨⭐

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GroceryAid – Free and Confidential Support for Our Colleagues ✨⭐

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At Chelmsford Star Co-op, we’re proud to be part of GroceryAid, a charity that has been supporting grocery colleagues since 1857.

Whether you need financial, emotional, or practical support, help is available 24/7, free, and completely confidential.

If you're facing challenges, no matter how big or small, GroceryAid is here for you.

📞 Call the 24/7 Helpline: 08088 021122

🌐 Find out more: www.groceryaid.org.uk

You're never alone—support is just a call or click away. 💙

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Call 08088 021122 or visit www.groceryaid.org.uk

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GroceryAid – Free and Confidential Support for Our Colleagues ✨⭐

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GroceryAid – Free and Confidential Support for Our Colleagues ✨⭐

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At Chelmsford Star Co-op, we’re proud to be part of GroceryAid, a charity that has been supporting grocery colleagues since 1857.

Whether you need financial, emotional, or practical support, help is available 24/7, free, and completely confidential.

If you're facing challenges, no matter how big or small, GroceryAid is here for you.

📞 Call the 24/7 Helpline: 08088 021122

🌐 Find out more: www.groceryaid.org.uk

You're never alone—support is just a call or click away. 💙

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Smashing it Great Notley and Bocking! Well done!

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🚀 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁!🚀

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🚀 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁!🚀

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We’re thrilled to share that The Co-operative Food has teamed up with Just Eat to bring even more convenience to our customers!

From 4th March, all 35 of our food stores will be available on Just Eat, offering either full delivery service or collection-only at select locations (Danbury, East Tilbury, Ingatestone & Blackmore).

This partnership is all about making shopping easier and more accessible, ensuring our communities can get their essentials whenever they need them.

Here’s to a seamless shopping experience with Co-op Food & Just Eat! 🛒📲

#Partnership #RetailInnovation #CoopFood #JustEat #ConvenienceRedefined

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Kings Road's Display.

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Valentine's Day Displays: Well done Melbourne! 💕💌🌹

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Valentine's Day Displays: Well done Melbourne! 💕💌🌹

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A special shout out to Melbourne for going above and beyond in creating a fantastic Valentine's Day display! 💌🌹

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Valentine's Day Displays: A Big Thank You to Our Stores! 💕💌🌹

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Valentine's Day Displays: A Big Thank You to Our Stores! 💕💌🌹

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Our Co-op food stores have been busy setting up wonderful Valentine's Day displays, creating a welcoming and engaging shopping experience.

A special shout out to Leigh-on-Sea and Ingatestone for going above and beyond to create a real event feel – your efforts deserve to be celebrated!

Check out the fantastic work in the photo. 💕👏

#Teamwork #ValentinesDay #GreatDisplays

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Last Chance! Sale ends this Saturday at Quadrant! ⏰

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Last Chance! Sale ends this Saturday at Quadrant! ⏰

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Don't miss incredible discounts on Big Brands!

Transform your home with unbeatable savings on furniture, beds, and flooring from top brands like Alstons, Collins & Hayes, Relyon, Parker Knoll, Himolla, Harrison Spinks, Celebrity, and Sleepeezee*.

Discover new arrivals from G-Plan Vintage and Ercol Upholstery, Dining, and Bedroom Furniture - perfect for chic, modern living.

PLUS, for every £100 you spend on furniture, beds and flooring, you'll receive a £5 voucher to spend in stores.**

Winter Sale deals are exclusively at our Quadrant Department Stores in Braintree and Chelmsford.

Don’t forget to bring your Co-op membership card to get your colleague discount on already unbeatable prices!

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We’re delighted to welcome Lakeland Leather to the ladieswear department at The Chelmsford Quadrant!

Bringing a heritage brand with over 65 years of expertise in luxury leather and sheepskin is a huge milestone for us.

Lakeland Leather is the UK’s largest leather retailer, renowned for timeless craftsmanship and premium quality. Their stunning collection of leather jackets, handbags, and accessories is now available in-store!

This marks another step in our commitment to offering high-quality, sought-after brands to our customers.

We look forward to seeing you in-store to explore this fantastic addition!

#LakelandLeather #NewBrand #RetailSuccess #ChelmsfordQuadrant #LuxuryFashion #LeatherStyle #ExcitingNews

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FOUR Cadbury Crème Egg treats.

One BIG decision.

Which one gets your vote?

Visit our Facebook Page to cast your vote:

https://www.facebook.com/CStarCoopFood

#CremeEggBattle #TeamTub #TeamCone #TeamEgg #TeamBar #CadburyMagic

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Our travel department in Chelmsford have a poster in the Q-Park (Meadows) Shopping Centre a few minute walk away from the Quadrant Store.

This will be up for the next three months to promote the branch. 🗺🌴🌎

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Please be aware of the new Rollover training videos should you want to share them with new staff or as a refresher. The link can be found in the Store Documents page under ISB section.

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Fantastic Start to the year with our Daffodil Sales! Please reach out to me if you are selling out and would like more stock 🌻

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The colleague survey is now live! Please ensure all colleagues are aware of where to find the survey and encourage them to complete, any issues let me know - nicole.ballantyne@chelmsfordstar.coop