Member benefits

A share in our success

Earn dividend points

When we do well, so do our members. We share our profits with our members and this is known as our dividend (affectionately known as the ‘divi’). Every time you shop with us, you earn dividend points*. The more you shop with us, the more you get - it all adds up!

* There are a few things like cigarettes, National Lottery, infant formula, PayPoint, Subway, funeral disbursements and prescription drugs that don’t qualify for dividend points.

Have your voice heard

Each of our members owns an equal share of our co-op. That means that you can vote on important things, including our annual Election of Directors, and on motions at our Annual Members' Meeting.

Support for the local community

Through our Community Token Scheme members can have a say in which local good causes we support, every time they shop with us.

Our exclusive members' magazine

Twice a year we publish our members' magazine. It's a great read and is full of inspiring stories from across our region, as well as exclusive offers and interviews.

A chance to taste new products

Our tasting panel offers our members an opportunity to sample fantastic food and delicious drinks for free - all they need to do is tell us what they think!

Member-only offers

We regularly provide exclusive offers just for our members. They feature in our monthly Members' Mashup as well as our biannual members' magazine.

Members can invest up to £20,000 in their share account*, which in turn helps us invest in the future of our co-op. In return we'll pay 1% interest on balances up to £20,000.

Set in beautiful landscaped grounds overlooking the river Orwell and Wherstead Parish Church, Members can now earn dividend points on wedding venue hire. Visit www.whersteadpark.co.uk to find out more.

Present your membership card at the time of booking.

Self-Catering Holiday Lets in Aldeburgh

Choose from 2 wonderfully modern and spacious self catering apartments in the heart of this vibrant village on the Suffolk coast. Members can now earn dividend points on the holiday cost.

Fancy a break? Simply book your holiday through www.bestofsuffolk.co.uk and then, phone the East of England Co-op on 01473 786001 to confirm your holiday details and your membership number.

Fit4Less

(only at Fit4Less, Pear Tree Road, Stanway)

Preferential rate at an affordable high quality gym offering everything you need to achieve your fitness goals in a fun and friendly environment. Members receive a 100% reduction on the joining fee (saving £20) and a membership fee of £19.99 a month.

Present your membership card at reception or email Colchester@F4L.com, or call 01206 709999.

traditional stone masons

Dedicated to bringing you high quality workmanship and an efficient competitive service, HL Perfitts has a wealth of experience in the selection, manufacturing and installation of natural stone.

Members can now earn dividend points on stone masonry, stone /slate house signs and granite kitchen worktops.

Visit www.hlperfitt.co.uk to find out more

Present your membership card at the time of booking.

Co-op Secure Response

Security solutions to protect your home and belongings from the East of England Co-op. Members can now earn dividend points on CCTV or Alarm monitoring services.

For a free no nonsense assessment, call 01473 786120