Until 1993, membership of the CBA was limited to societies and organisations. Today there are some 600 institutional members, which range from village archaeological groups to museums, county societies, universities, commercial archaeological units and national bodies. Individual membership has climbed steadily since its introduction in 1993, and now exceeds 6,000. Through the eleven English Regional Groups, CBA Wales/Cymru and the Council for Scottish Archaeology (all of which have individual membership), the CBA provides a unique forum for the British archaeological community, and the public beyond.
Members of the CBA help to ensure they have the resources to develop their work in education, conservation and providing information, and strengthen the profile of archaeology in the minds of decision-makers. In addition to this, members receive:
- six issues of the CBA's flagship magazine British Archaeology, including CBA Briefing with lists of projects and events
- three issues a year of the CBA Newsletter, with news of the latest CBA projects and initiatives
- membership of a CBA English regional group with access to local meetings, newsletters, activities and publications (or membership of our national groups in Scotland or Wales for a small additional fee)
- an annual 120pp booklet featuring all Festival of British Archaeology events (see below)
- special discounts offers including publications and access to events
- The CBA Annual Report
- a voice in the work of the CBA
Young people up to the age of 16 can join the Young Archaeologists' Club.
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