Volunteer

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Supporter Groups

Members and volunteers can get more from supporting our work by joining their local Association, or, as they are known in some areas, their local Centre.

There are now around 200 such groups all over England, Wales and Northern Ireland, as well as in Belgium. As you can see from the contact details in the searchable directory, there's almost certainly one that covers your area.

Centres and Associations are affiliated with us and have a common constitution. As they are independent of us, these local groups, run by members and volunteers for members and volunteers, normally do have a small subscription charge to cover administration costs.

Centres and Associations promote our work and aim to make membership more enjoyable by giving their members opportunities to share their interests with like-minded people in their area. Through an organised year-long programme of talks, outings, holidays and social events members make friends, learn more about our places and support our work.