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Membership

Become part of Hilbre’s community

Membership is a simple way to support the charity, receive updates and stay connected with the people caring for the islands.

Membership options

Annual and life membership

Annual membership is currently published at £10 and life membership at £100. The membership year runs from 1 May to 30 April.

Send an enquiry first. A volunteer will confirm the application and provide payment instructions after approval.

Visitors gathering outside an island building during an organised event
Visitors gathering outside an island building during an organised event

Why join

Support work with a lasting purpose

Membership helps demonstrate community support and contributes to conservation, visitor engagement, events, education and heritage activity.

  • Receive charity and event updates
  • Learn about volunteering opportunities
  • Support a registered local charity
  • Help keep Hilbre’s stories visible

Current published rates

Choose how you would like to join

The membership year runs from 1 May to 30 April. Payment is requested only after an application has been approved.

Annual membership

£10

per membership year

Life membership

£100

one-off

  1. Send a membership enquiry with your contact details.
  2. A volunteer reviews the application and confirms acceptance.
  3. Payment instructions are sent after approval.

Rates and arrangements last checked 5 September 2026.

Next step

Start a membership enquiry

Use the membership form and a volunteer will explain the current application and payment process.

Membership form