Join us

at the Society for Storytelling.

Why join?

By joining the Society you will become part of a charity that promotes and supports all aspects of oral storytelling from its base in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and through links with other organisations throughout the whole of Europe.

It aims to do this by offering:

  • resources such as it own publications written by leading practitioners and academics, information sheets, a dedicated library, an events listing on the website, etc
  • networking and mutual development opportunities by organising local get-togethers and an Annual Gathering
  • advocacy for oral storytelling by lobbying appropriate bodies, representation (e.g. to arts organisations, local authorities, education and health bodies) and through its links to international bodies

In addition as a member you will enjoy the following benefits:

  • Four copies per year of Storylines, the Society's magazine, in either electronic or e-format
  • Preferential booking for SfS events, including the Annual SfS Gathering held in April each year
  • Favorable rates for events and publications
  • Member-only areas on the web where you can read exclusive news items and post to our forums

Current Membership Rates

  • Individuals: £25.00
  • Concessions (students and pensioners): £17.50
  • Joint (for couples): £35.00
  • Organisations: £50.00

How to join

Simply fill out the following form, and you will be taken to a new page explaining how to make your payment either by post or online.

Please note: our members only areas are still in development, and therefore your online account will not be authorised immediately. However, you shall be able to take advantage of all other member benefits with immediate effect - including favourable rates and copies of Storylines. Many thanks in advance for your patience.

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  • - Surname (required)
  • - Username (required)

  • - Password (required)
  • - Retype password
  • NB: You will use this username and password to log on to the website and our forums.
  • - Partner's first name
  • - Partner's surname
  • Optional: complete only for Joint Membership
  • - Organisation
  • Optional: complete only for Organisation Membership
  • - "I confirm that I am a UK tax payer, and I wish for the Society for Storytelling to claim Gift Aid on my payments."
  • Gift Aid allows charities like the SfS to reclaim the tax on certain forms of income. Your membership fee is eligible provided you leave this box checked, and will allow your fee to go further in promoting the power of storytelling. Thank you.
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  • Please select your favoured methods of contact.
    NB: to receive our magazine, Storylines, you must ensure at least "Contact by mail" or "Contact by email" is checked.
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  • - Networking
  • Leave this box checked if you are happy for us to let other members know you are in their area. Ticking this box does not mean we will share your name or any contact details without first seeking your permission.
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  • Please note: an email address is required for online membership requests.
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  • - Profession
  • - Interests
  • Hitting the Submit button will send all the above details to our administrator, and re-direct you to a page explaining how to make your payment either by post or online.