Friends of The National Archives

The Friends of The National Archives care about the future of the nation's records. Join us and you'll have the satisfaction of playing a part in safeguarding our documentary heritage.

Donations from the Friends help The National Archives with its vital work. Friends also carry out voluntary projects to make the records more accessible to all.

Friend benefits

Becoming a Friend costs just £10 a year (£8 concession). In return you will receive:

• 20 per cent discount on purchases at The National Archives' shop in Kew and the online bookshop
• 20 per cent discount on charges for events run by The National Archives, including conferences
• Special Friends-only events, including behind-the-scenes tours and visits to historic buildings and collections
• A free subscription to PROphile magazine - three issues a year packed with interesting articles and news
• Opportunities to volunteer on interesting projects to make the records more accessible

How to join

To become a Friend, print and complete the form below. If the membership is for someone else, please complete the gift membership form.

• Membership form (PDF, 247.25kb)

• Gift membership form (PDF, 246.90kb)

About us

The Friends of The National Archives was established in 1988. We are a registered charity. Our members hold annual elections to a council that manages our activities.

To contact us, please email friends-tna@nationalarchives.gov.uk or write to:

Friends of The National Archives
Friends' Room, The National Archives
Kew
Richmond
Surrey
TW9 4DU

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