Membership

Come join the Family

Discover the joy of celebrating one of Scotland’s most treasured poets by becoming a member of the Robert Burns World Federation. Whether you’re passionate about Burns’ poetry, traditional Scottish music, or cultural heritage, joining us opens the door to a welcoming worldwide community that shares your enthusiasm. As a member, you’ll have the chance to connect with like-minded people, participate in inspiring events, and help keep Burns’ timeless legacy alive and thriving across the globe. Come and be part of something special—where friendship, tradition, and a love for Burns’ work come together to create unforgettable experiences. Join us and celebrate the spirit of Robert Burns!

The new Members’ Area has been created especially for you—the heart of the Robert Burns World Federation. Here, you’ll find exclusive resources, news, and opportunities to connect with fellow Burnsians around the world.

From access to publications like The Vision and the Burns Chronicle, to updates on Federation events, projects, and initiatives, this space is designed to keep you informed, inspired, and involved.

As a member, you are part of a global community dedicated to celebrating the life, works, and legacy of Robert Burns. We hope this area helps strengthen those connections, offers new insights, and deepens your enjoyment of all things Burns.

What’s Included

FREE copy of the Burns Chronicle, our flagship academic publication, recognised as the leading periodical about Robert Burns’ life and works.

FREE bi-monthly Newsletter 'The Vision" with general information on club activities and Burns-related articles from our worldwide membership.

Contribute to the Newsletter: submit articles, photos and newsworthy items from your own club activities.

Increased knowledge: learn more about the life and works of Robert Burns.

Enjoy the company of fellow Federation members worldwide and attend conferences and events.

Volunteering opportunity: work with us to promote Burns across the globe.

Your subscription to RBWF, kindles the knowledge of, and stimulates interest in, Robert Burns, his life and works.


Membership provides a driving force, to research, educate and promote Robert Burns across the world.

Membership options

Individual Membership

£47

Family Membership

£55

Club and Association Membership

£85

Further available memberships

Associate Membership of the RBWF

£175

School/Junior Membership (no voting rights)

Free

Gift Aid Declaration


If you are a UK Taxpayer you can Gift Aid a donation to RBWF.  As a charity we are eligible to claim 25p on every £1.00 you give in Membership Fees or donations in the current tax year.

Your address is needed to identify you as a current UK taxpayer.

In order to Gift Aid your donation you must complete the details below:

I want to Gift Aid my donation and any donations I make in the future or

have made in the past 4 years to:

Name of Charity: The Robert Burns World Federation Ltd

I am a UK taxpayer and understand that RBWF will reclaim 25p of tax for every £1.00 I have given.

My details

Please notify the charity if you:

•want to cancel this declaration

• change your name or home address

• no longer pay sufficient tax on your income and/or capital gains