The Friends of the Jersey Eisteddfod
Become a ‘Friend’ and help to continue the work of the Jersey Eisteddfod
The Eisteddfod is a charity affiliated to the British Federation of Festivals, itself a registered charity, and has been a part of Jersey’s cultural life for over 100 years, the first Festival being held in 1908. Every year thousands take part. The Performing Arts Festival includes sections on French, Jèrriais, Modern Languages, Music, English Speech & Drama and Dance, whilst The Creative Arts and Crafts Festival includes sections on Needlework, Photography, Handwriting and Calligraphy, Primary and Secondary Schools Arts and Crafts, Adult Arts and Crafts and Floral Art. Competitors come from all walks of life and can range in age from children under five to adults over ninety. The Eisteddfod is run by over 100 dedicated volunteer helpers who gladly give of their time.
You can help by becoming a ‘Friend’
Subscription rates are £25 for Individual Friends, £40 for Joint Friends and £150 for Corporate Friends. Subscriptions are due on joining by BACS transfer. Membership runs from 1st December but if you apply from 1st September your Membership will apply until the following year (up to 15 months). A standing order for annual Membership must be set up for following year’s subscriptions which are due on 1st December. Membership must be applied for no later than 14 days before a Festival.
Please click here to download an application form.
Benefits
You will be provided with a named and laminated membership card (one for a Single Application, two for Joint Friends and up to ten for Corporate Friends) that entitles you to a reduction of £4.00 on entry to both the Creative Arts and Performing Arts Festivals. For Box Office events or Gala evenings, where tickets are applicable, please note that Friends receive no discount.
Please return the application form to Karen Dufty, e-mail: admin@jerseyeisteddfod.org.je
Our Policy on Data Protection
Your personal information is protected by the Data Protection (Jersey) Law 2018.
We respect the privacy and confidentiality of your information and will not disclose it to third parties without your consent unless required to by Law. We would like to keep you up to date with events and news about the Jersey Eisteddfod. By providing us with your e-mail address, you consent to receive periodic e-mails from the Jersey Eisteddfod.
If you wish to opt out of receiving information regarding the Jersey Eisteddfod, please e-mail the General Administrator (admin@jerseyeisteddfod.org.je).