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
Lundy featured on BBC Travel website
An item entitled Lundy:The tiny isle with a wild, lawless past was posted today on the BBC Hidden Britain website. You an read the article here.
New Lundy stamp issue
A new set of Lundy stamps were issued on Saturday 8 May 2021 celebrating the activities of the LFS from its founding in 1946 to date.
Anniversary commemoration
Although our 75th anniversary Discover Lundy event was unfortunately cancelled due to the COVID-19 restrictions, a few members were able to stay on Lundy during the planned week including your Chair and Secretary who met with Derek Green, Lundy's General Manager, to unveil a commemorative picture in the Wheelhouse of the Marisco Tavern.