Shareholders of The 2857 Society
Shareholding in The 2857 Society is open to all. The requirement is that you purchase a minimum of 30, £1 shares in The Society. The shares are non-withdrawable and non-transferable, except in the event of a shareholder’s death or bankruptcy. Shareholders receive a copy of 28 Lines, the Society’s illustrated newsletter magazine, twice a year.
You can become a shareholder by purchasing shares online using the tabs below. Alternatively you complete the Shareholders Application Form and post to The Society Secretary, 277 Congleton Road, Biddulph, Stoke On Trent, Staffordshire, ST8 7SE
New shareholders
To become a shareholder of The 2857 Society you must:
Existing shareholders
Existing shareholders can purchase additional shares within The 2857 Society. Additional shares are available for £1.00 per share, there is no upper limit to the number of shares an individual can purchase.
Shares are non-withdrawable and non-transferable except on the death or bankruptcy of a member.
Why not set up a standing order?
Set up a regular standing order for an amount of your choice. Simply complete the following standing order form.
You can also become a shareholder by completing the Shareholders Application Form and submitting to the Societies Secretary. Complete the forms below and return to: The Society Secretary, 277 Congleton Road, Biddulph, Stoke On Trent, Staffordshire, ST8 7SE
Shares Subscription Scheme
As of 1st September 2023, both new and existing shareholders can sign up to The Society’s new ‘Share Subscription Scheme’. From as little as £5 per month, shareholders can build up their shares in The Society.
For new shareholders, after reaching 30 shares (minimum of 6 months at £5 per month), they will receive their initial share certificate. From then on they will receive an updated share certificate every 12 months.
Further details can be found on the Shareholders Application Form.
Why become a shareholder?
There are many reasons why you should become a shareholder, here are a few…
Frequently Asked Questions
All new shareholders must purchase a minimum of 30 shares in The 2857 Society. All shares are priced at £1.00.
There is no upper limit to the number of shares an individual can purchase.
Once you have completed your online purchase, the Secretary of The 2857 Society will post confirmation and shares certificate to the address included within the order.
You will receive a copy of the societies ’28 Lines’ magazine.
Existing shareholders are invited to purchase additional shares in The 2857 Society. All additional shares are priced at £1.00.
There is no upper limit to the number of shares an individual can purchase.
Shares are non-withdrawable and non-transferable except on the death or bankruptcy of a shareholder.
Please contact us should you wish to inform us of a death or bankruptcy of a shareholder.
Annual reports and AGM notices
Copies of the Society’s Annual Reports and Notices of Annual General Meetings (with proxy form attached) can be downloaded below.
