Membership of the Society is open to all who are interested in learning more about archaeology and the past, whether or not they wish to take part in excavations. All members can attend all normal Society functions free of charge. Occasionally, ‘big name’ lectures or events may be held at which members must also pay an entrance fee. Anyone who wishes to take part in our excavations must be a member of the Society for insurance reasons. All members must agree to abide by the Rules of the Society that are included in our Constitution which may be seen here:
Yearly membership now becomes due on 1st August each year.
The rates for 2025/26 membership are unchanged at:
Students - £10, All Others - £20
Non-members may attend talks by paying on the door at a rate of £4 per person.
To become a member, it is necessary to complete an application form and pay the current annual subscription.
To request an application form please email: membership@pontarc.org.uk
Most people choose to join or renew membership in person at the first talk in September of each new lecture season. For 2025/26, this will be 19th September 2025. However, other means of payment are available, and early renewals are appreciated!
New members wishing to take part in our fieldwork before September 2025 are requested to join early - their membership will run until August 2026.