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Stockwood CBS
Sustainable Farming, Renewable Energy - Community Shares
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Stockwood Community Benefit Society is a pioneering example of community ownership in action. This thriving enterprise encompasses an organic, biodynamic farm and a sustainable business park.
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Stockwood CBS
Society number: 31920R
Stockwood, Worcestershire
Incorporation date: 11 December 2012
Your money will…
Champion community ownership by helping Stockwood become 100% community-owned, helping create more positive social and environmental impact.
Support sustainable farming methods and encourage biodiversity by supporting their commitment to producing nutrient-rich food in a way that respects the land.
Help cut carbon emissions by funding the future running of a sustainable rural business park and carbon negative farm running on clean, renewable energy
Earn a potential return Investments in the share offer will target a return of 5% per annum and make you part owner of the farm.
The bigger picture
Since 2014, Stockwood CBS has been a trailblazer in sustainable community ownership. The established Society has successfully operated a thriving business park, generating revenue to support its organic, biodynamic farm. They are inviting investors to join them on their journey to complete community-ownership, making them members and part-owners of the CBS, made up of:
- 190 acres of organic, biodynamic farmland and market garden that respects nature and produces good quality food
- 28 sustainably managed work units, from which around 100 people work regularly
- A solar and ground source heat pump system that heats the business park
- A vibrant, rural community where residents actively participate in a rich tapestry of events, activities, and hands-on learning experiences connected to the land.
What your money will do
Stockwood CBS will use your investment to:
- Grow their membership and taking another step towards realising the vision of a 100% community-owned farm and business park
- Pay off an existing bank loan and unlocking the full potential of the community enterprise to create positive benefits for the community and beyond
- Ensure the business park and organic farm continues to be run in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way
- Help the CBS launch and develop new initiatives for the benefit of the community, including an education programme at Rush Farm
Team
Stockwood Community Benefit Society is a pioneering example of community ownership in action. This thriving enterprise encompasses an organic, biodynamic farm and a sustainable business park, managed and majority owned by its community of over 400 members. Join them on their journey towards complete community ownership.
https://stockwoodcbs.org/
Chris Burdett
Executive Chair and Company Secretary
Chris has been a well-known figure in the business park since the society’s founding and has returned to the board having previously served as chairman. Amongst other things, he is a farmer and entrepreneur.
Nicki Bainbridge
Director
With a career in media and arts, Nicki’s management and creative skills support the Society’s daily operation and the explanation and promotion of the Society and its objects. Nicki has a background in photography and video creation. Her area of responsibility at Stockwood is managing the business park and she is also a member of the Stockwood executive team.
Jon Nicholls
Biodynamic Land Trust (BDLT) appointee
Jon is active in the Biodynamic movement supporting its development, and in particular the development of land trusts protecting biodynamic land.
Alison King
Director
Alison is an entrepreneur, running a local shop. She was the founding Company Secretary.
Tilly Jarvis
Director
Tilly is a long-standing Director. She lives locally and has a business developing sustainable nutrition based on insects. She works in the third sector. Senior Project Manager – Food and Farming. SOS-UK.
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Interest accrual and payment
Shares will start earning Interest from 1 January 2025 for investments made up to 31 December 2024, or for investments made from 1 January 2025, or thereafter, the first day of the month following the date of the investment. Interest will be paid annually within 90 days of each financial year's end, subject to available funds.
Getting your money out
The withdrawal of funds is subject to 180 days’ (6 months) notice, subject to the Society having a cumulative surplus greater than the amount withdrawn (or a combined running surplus and new capital introduced greater than the amount withdrawn).
Investing on behalf of children
Applicants must be 18 years old or more to participate in this offer.
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