Become a Community Association of Poundbury (CAoP) Member Today!
- trudyritsema2
- Apr 17
- 2 min read
We’ve got exciting news — We are now a Community Interest Company (CIC)! That means we’re officially operating for the benefit of our local community.
As part of this exciting new chapter, we’re asking all Poundbury residents and supporters to sign up for a new CAoP membership.
👉 Please note: If you were previously a member of the Poundbury Residents Association (PRA), that membership will soon become obsolete, so it's important to join CAoP to stay connected.
Why Join CAoP?
💌 Stay Connected & Informed
As a member, you’ll receive our Weekly Newsletter, filled with selected local stories, updates, and events.You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute and engage through our Virtual Community Hub or at in-person events.
🎁 Enjoy Exclusive Local DiscountsWe’ve teamed up with some fantastic local businesses to bring you these amazing perks:
Duchess of Cornwall Inn – 15% off food & drink (Mon–Thu)
Purple Office – £25 coworking credit
Poundbury Gardens – Seasonal member offers
Bridal Reloved – 10% discount
Frith's Opticians – 10% off complete spectacles for all Poundbury residents
The Wellbeing Practice – 10% off services & events
A huge thank you to these amazing businesses for supporting our community!
💚 Supporting Your Community
We suggest a modest annual donation of £5 per person – but this is completely voluntary. Every pound helps us deliver:
Community events
Environmental and greening projects
Youth engagement programmes
Local advocacy
And the running of our Virtual Community Hub
Want to go further? We’re always grateful for additional donations or business sponsorships for special initiatives. Learn more on our Volunteering & Projects page.
🎫 Membership Cards Are Coming!
We’re currently in a transition phase, so if you haven’t received your membership card yet, don’t worry – it’s on the way! We’re working hard behind the scenes to get everything ready, and we’ll be in touch soon.
✅ Ready to Join?
It only takes a moment to sign up and start enjoying the benefits of being part of something special.👉 Join CAoP here
Let’s build a stronger, more connected Poundbury — together.