Lundy is an island in the Bristol Channel between England and Wales on the west coast of Britain. It attracts many visitors, both for its peaceful surroundings and for scientific research. The waters around it are a marine protected area (MPA). The island itself is mostly granite with a farmed area at the south and open moorland to the north. It is protected by numerous environmental and heritage designations.
The Lundy Field Society in an independent, voluntary group which has been studying all aspects of Lundy's archaeology, history and natural history since 1946. Results are published in our Annual Reports and in a peer-reviewed Journal. The LFS is also a 'Lundy fan club' for people who love the island and who want to learn more about it and keep in touch with other Lundy enthusiasts. The LFS is a registered charity.
Membership
There are currently about 480 members of the Lundy Field Society, mostly in Britain but with others around the world. The society meets annually at its AGM which is usually held in Crediton, near Exeter, at the beginning of March. As well as society business there are talks on recent work on the island and an opportunity to meet other members.
Members often also meet on the island.
New members are always welcome - you can join here.
Publications
The LFS produces three publications which are distributed to members, a Newsletter in February, the Annual Report in the autumn and the Journal containing longer academic papers. The Journal is produced annually or biennially depending on contributions. The LFS promotes and publishes research on the island and members also carry out conservation-related work on the island.
If you have something to contribute, please contact the relevant editor.
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Latest news
AGM date announced
As we cannot go ahead with our long-planned AGM on Lundy in May, we have now found a new date for the meeting: Saturday 4th September 2021 at 3.30pm.
Unfortunately we will not be able to hold the meeting in person again this year and we will meet online using Zoom. Details about how to join will be advertised nearer the time but in the meantime please do put the date in your diary.
Looking for fungi on Lundy during Lockdown by Puffin Post
Frustrated by not being able to visit the island in November for his regular survey of Lundy fungi, John Hedger has found a novel way of continuing his studies. With the help of Rosie Ellis, 'Puffin Post' and Royal Mail, he has identified 30 species found on herbivore dung, including 22 new to Lundy. Read more ...
Discover Lundy 2021 cancelled
The restriction on shared occupation of rental properties that will be in place at the time of the planned Discover Lundy week in May has persuaded us that there is no alternative to cancelling the event. The committee are sorry that many members will be disappointed by this sad, but unavoidable, decision. The AGM which was planned to take place on the island on 15 May has also been postponed and alternative arrangements will be announced when we have more details.