What is the '200 Club' ?

The 200 Club, has been in existence for approximately 28 years. It was formed initially to help towards the purchase of St. Judes Hall (now called St Judes Theatre), which has been the headquarters of the Society for many years. The proceeds now go towards additional expenses incurred in maintaining the premises and is a major part of the Society's finances.

How it works

The annual membership cost is £12. There are 200 members who are each allocated 5 sets of numbers consisting of 3 digits.  If one of these sets corresponds with the last three digits of the top prize premium bonds drawn each month, the member will be one of the 5 lucky winners, each one winning £12 over eight months of the year.

Every three months, however, there is one winner of £100. Each year there is a top prize of £500 which is presented at the Annual Presentation Evening in March, together with the remaining quarterly £100 cheque.

Who can join

The membership consists not only of Operatic Society members but also relatives and friends. The 200 Club year starts in March and due to personal circumstances, just a few members cancel their membership, leaving spaces. To join or if you know of someone who would like to join please contact the co-ordinator (see below).

The yearly membership fee can be paid by cash, cheque or preferably by yearly standing order. Mandate available by sending an e-mail to  200club@westonoperatic.org.uk

The Presentation Evening

This is held annually in early March to present the £500 prize to the lucky winner and is usually well attended by over 150 Club members who are invited free of charge but are encouraged to bring along their family and friends; entry for them is charged at £6.
Doors open at 7pm and entertainment usually given by members of the Society starts at 8pm. This is followed by an interval at 8.30pm in which refreshments are served. The name of the £500 prize winner is then announced after which entertainment resumes until approximately 11 pm.