Chelmsford Star Co-operative Society

Chelmsford Star Co-operative Society Consumer Co-operative based in Essex Welcome to Chelmsford Star Co-operative Society based in Essex with an annual turnover of over £103 million.

We trade in food, departmental stores, travel and funerals across Braintree, Chelmsford, Ingatestone, Danbury, Writtle, Hockley, Canvey Island, South Benfleet, Tilbury and Shoeburyness. Our Society is run like any other retail business, but with a difference - we follow a co-operative set of values and principles, and we are owned and controlled by our members (shareholders). Co-operatives have al

ways believed in the ethical values of honesty, openness, social responsibility and caring for others. That’s just as true today as it was way back in 1844 when the Rochdale Pioneers launched the first successful retail co-operative. The aim then was to supply goods to the general public via a membership scheme which cost £1 to join – a large sum in those days and yet today it still only costs £1 to join most retail societies including ours. Members were also entitled to receive a proportion of the profit from their purchases, which was returned to them in the form of a dividend, and this is still the case.

🚗𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗨𝗣 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗔𝗧 𝗕𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗢𝗪 𝗥𝗢𝗔𝗗 𝗣𝗘𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗟 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡! ⛽🔥 THE CHEAPEST FUEL IN CHELMSFORD! 🔥*🟢 Unleaded: £1.32.9 per litre⚫ Di...
21/03/2025

🚗𝗙𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗨𝗣 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗔𝗧 𝗕𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗢𝗪 𝗥𝗢𝗔𝗗 𝗣𝗘𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗟 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡! ⛽

🔥 THE CHEAPEST FUEL IN CHELMSFORD! 🔥*

🟢 Unleaded: £1.32.9 per litre
⚫ Diesel: £1.42.9 per litre
🟩 Super Unleaded: £1.54.9 per litre

📅 *Prices valid until Sunday, 23rd March 2025
✅ *Confirmed as Chelmsford’s cheapest on 19.03.2025

Don't miss out – fuel up while prices last! 🚀💨

📍 Baddow Road Petrol Station – Your go-to for top savings!

*T&Cs apply. Prices subject to change.

The latest beneficiary to one of our community grants is the Chelmsford Counselling Foundation, who offer affordable sup...
21/03/2025

The latest beneficiary to one of our community grants is the Chelmsford Counselling Foundation, who offer affordable support to people struggling across Essex.

Chelmsford Star Co-op funds Essex-wide Counselling Foundation with grant to ensure more support is available to those on a lower income.

☕ 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀!☕We host bi-weekly coffee mornings for our members at the Braintree & Chelmsford Quadrant Stores,...
19/03/2025

☕ 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀!☕

We host bi-weekly coffee mornings for our members at the Braintree & Chelmsford Quadrant Stores, bringing people together for a warm drink, great company, and inspiring talks.

We’re on the lookout for guest speakers to share their knowledge, experiences, or passions with our friendly community. Whether you have an interesting story to tell, expert advice to share, or an engaging topic to present, we’d love to hear from you!

If you're interested in speaking at one of our sessions, please get in touch.

Email: [email protected]

Find out more here: https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/community/events/

Good luck to Ingatestone and Fryerning Junior School for their 'Golden Ticket' fundraising event, and to all school's we...
14/03/2025

Good luck to Ingatestone and Fryerning Junior School for their 'Golden Ticket' fundraising event, and to all school's we're supporting in the run up to Easter.

Thanks to Mars, Incorporated for their donation!

Today is National Good Samaritan Day so there is no better time to nominate the local hero in your life for a Pride of E...
13/03/2025

Today is National Good Samaritan Day so there is no better time to nominate the local hero in your life for a Pride of Essex award. Let the county know how much they do for others! Visit www.poeawards.org ❤

𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 – 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘅! ✨Locations: Braintree / Chelmsford / Brentwood / SouthendSalary: £38K to...
06/03/2025

𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 – 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘅! ✨

Locations: Braintree / Chelmsford / Brentwood / Southend
Salary: £38K to £44K (DOE)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Benefits: Staff Discount, Co-operative Pension Scheme, Holiday Loan/Savings Scheme

Are you passionate about retail and management?
Ready for an opportunity with an organisation that values your growth and success?
We are looking for experienced Retail Store Managers to join our team in Essex!

In this role, you'll manage day-to-day store operations, ensuring efficiency, maximising profitability, and upholding our Co-operative’s policies and values.

Key Responsibilities:
🔵 Oversee stock availability, managing stock levels and order procedures to meet sales targets
🔵 Ensure merchandise is well-presented, promotional material is displayed, and stock losses are minimized
🔵 Maintain security, cleanliness, and high standards of store presentation
🔵 Manage cash, banking, and till controls
🔵Recruit, train, and develop store staff to ensure exceptional customer service
🔵 Enforce Co-operative policies and health & safety practices
🔵 Meet financial targets, keeping within budget and driving store profitability

What we need from you:
🔵 Proven experience in Retail Management (Convenience Retail preferred)
🔵 Driving licence essential
🔵 Experience in stock control and food waste management is a plus

A bit about us:
At Chelmsford Star Co-operative, we’re driven by values of equality, honesty, self-help, democracy, and caring for others. This set of principles has shaped us since our founding in the 19th century, making us more than just a business – we’re a society.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a company that invests in its people, apply now! https://www.chelmsfordstar.coop/careers/

𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗘𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼-𝗼𝗽! ✨We’re making shopping even easier for you! All of our Co-op Food stores are...
05/03/2025

𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗘𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼-𝗼𝗽! ✨

We’re making shopping even easier for you! All of our Co-op Food stores are now available on Just Eat; so you can get your groceries delivered straight to your door or ready for collection at selected locations.

🔹 Full delivery service available at most stores
🔹 Collection only at Danbury, East Tilbury, Ingatestone & Blackmore

Ordering is simple! Just visit Just Eat or use the Just Eat app to shop your favourite essentials.

👉🏼 https://www.just-eat.co.uk/

🚨 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀! 🚨Just Eat is coming soon to Co-operative Food: Part of Chelmsford Star Co-op 🎉 From 4th March, you’ll ...
02/03/2025

🚨 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀! 🚨

Just Eat is coming soon to Co-operative Food: Part of Chelmsford Star Co-op 🎉

From 4th March, you’ll be able to get your Co-op faves delivered straight to your door or ready for collection.

🍽️ All 35 stores covered!

📍 Full service or collection-only at Danbury, East Tilbury, Ingatestone & Blackmore
Get ready to shop your essentials with ease! 🛒🚀

Can you help us date this photo of our team outside what is now Chelmsford Quadrant? We're thinking early 1900s?
27/02/2025

Can you help us date this photo of our team outside what is now Chelmsford Quadrant? We're thinking early 1900s?

🚨 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀! 🚨Just Eat is coming soon to The Co-operative Food: Part of Chelmsford Star Co-op 🎉 From 4th March, you...
25/02/2025

🚨 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀! 🚨

Just Eat is coming soon to The Co-operative Food: Part of Chelmsford Star Co-op 🎉

From 4th March, you’ll be able to get your Co-op faves delivered straight to your door or ready for collection.

🍽️ All 35 stores covered!

📍 Full service or collection-only at Danbury, East Tilbury, Ingatestone & Blackmore
Get ready to shop your essentials with ease! 🛒🚀

We've been recognised for what we do in the Community enough times, now its someone else's turn! Who deserves to be reco...
21/02/2025

We've been recognised for what we do in the Community enough times, now its someone else's turn! Who deserves to be recognised for their efforts?

Head to www.poeawards.org to nominate.

We've been serving the local community ever since your great-great-grand parents needed a top-up shop. Anyone remember t...
20/02/2025

We've been serving the local community ever since your great-great-grand parents needed a top-up shop. Anyone remember the dividend number they used?

Valentine's Day is all about the ❤️.
14/02/2025

Valentine's Day is all about the ❤️.

The Pride of Essex Awards are back for 2025, now sponsored by Chelmsford Star Co-op Society. Do you know someone needing special recognition?

🌹💖 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗼-𝗼𝗽 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀! 💖🌹Our amazing teams at Leigh-on-Sea, Melbourne, Ingatestone, Beehive Lane, an...
13/02/2025

🌹💖 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗼-𝗼𝗽 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀! 💖🌹

Our amazing teams at Leigh-on-Sea, Melbourne, Ingatestone, Beehive Lane, and Mungo Park have been hard at work creating stunning in-store Valentine’s Day displays—all to help you find the perfect treat for that special someone. 💕

From sweet surprises to romantic essentials, we’ve got everything you need to make February 14th extra special.

Pop in and take a look!

📸 Check out some of their fantastic displays below! Which one is your favourite? 💬👇

As a member-led business, its our customers who lead Chelmsford Star and have done since the 1800s. If you're interested...
13/02/2025

As a member-led business, its our customers who lead Chelmsford Star and have done since the 1800s. If you're interested in helping, visit www.chelmsfordstar.coop for more information. We'd love to meet you!

12/02/2025
We're looking for people with life experience (people like you!) to help guide us through the years ahead. Find out what...
07/02/2025

We're looking for people with life experience (people like you!) to help guide us through the years ahead.

Find out what's in it for you here:

Are you a community minded individual, keen to develop your skills, help steer a local business and earn a few extra pennies? Get in touch!

Address

HEAD OFFICE = 220 Moulsham Street
Chelmsford
CM20LS

Telephone

01245 490101

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❄️ 𝙄𝙩’𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙯𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚 – 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙙𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙮, 𝙬𝙚’𝙫𝙚 𝙜𝙤𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙! ❄️ Stay cosy and let Snappy Shopper bring your favourite Co-op Food essentials straight to your door! 🚪🍽️ ✨ Get £5 off your first 2 orders with code SAVE5X2 – no need to brave the cold! ⏳ Offer ends 31.03.2025. 📜 Terms apply. Visit the Snappy Shopper website for full details. Why step out in the cold when you can get everything delivered? Stay warm and shop smart today! Order here 👉🏼www.snappyshopper.co.uk #CoopFood #SnappyShopper #FoodDelivery #SAVE5X2 #StayCosy #MoreThanJustAShop

This Fairtrade Fortnight, join us in urging everyone to 'Be the Change', by picking up Fairtrade products and speaking up for fairer trade. Fairtrade cocoa simply wasn’t widely available before 2000 and it’s been a story of continual progress, supporting smallholder farmers in Peru, The Dominican Republic, Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire. In May 2017, The Co-op became the first UK retailer to source cocoa on Fairtrade terms. Every spoonful of cocoa we use, from the chocolate sprinkles on our doughnuts through to the chocolate chips in our Irresistible cookies, is benefitting Fairtrade cocoa farmers. The Co-op's commitment contributes around £500,000 per year in Fairtrade Premium to farmers across West Africa and Central America.

𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿 𝗖𝗼-𝗼𝗽 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿 - Celebrate the Bank Holiday weekend with £5 OFF when you spend £30 via the Snappy Shopper app and get your shopping delivered in 30-60 minutes. Download the Snappy Shopper app today! www.snappyshopper.co.uk T&Cs: Min spend £30, max discount £5, excludes age-restricted products, single-use code, valid Fri 24 – Sun 26 May 2024. The offer is open to new and existing customers.

Happy New Year! Here’s to a fantastic 2024! 🥳⭐🤩

We want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas 🎅🏼❤️ We hope whatever your plans you have a fantastic day 🎁

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Welcome to the page for Chelmsford Star Co-op!

We’re an independent co-operative society based in Essex with an annual turnover of over £110 million, and we have 40 convenience food stores, two Quadrant department stores, two travel agents and eight funeral homes across central and southern Essex.

We’re a bit like any other retailer, but as a co-op we’ve been set up specifically to benefit our members and the community. In fact, we’ve worked out that 30p in every £1 spent in our stores stays in Essex and benefits the region in some way. It’s one of the reasons we have been voted BEST IN THE UK for the positive Community Impact we have, and we’re really proud of that!