The Friends of the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, or FLIME as it has become known, was started in 1974 by Michael Fay and other members of the Eisteddfod Publicity Committee to support the Eisteddfod. As a result of its work, donations have been made to the Eisteddfod's funds each year, allowing the purchase of equipment ranging from seats to computers, speakers to security cameras, and also supporting the archive project. More recently, support has been given to Competitors from poorer parts of the worl to help with the expense of their stays in Llangollen for the Eisteddfod.

Friends have come from all over the world. The Friends have supported the Eisteddfod for over 35 years. Over this time £350,000 has been contributed. This is expected to increase significantly in the future.

Friends are a Registered Charity, distinct from the Eisteddfod itself. Subscription rates for the Friends are set at a level so that anyone who is interested may join. These subscription rates are minimum rates and many members generously pay a lot more. Many members also significantly increase the value of their subscription by paying by GIFT AID allowing their tax to be reclaimed.

On joining the Friends you will:

• keep in touch with the Eisteddfod through the year
• help the Eisteddfod put on more competitions with greater variation
• be able to express your views and ideas on what the Eisteddfod might do
• help spread the Eisteddfod's influence
• get priority early booking for all Eisteddfod day sessions and concerts - including 10% discount on Wednesday to Saturday concerts and sessions
• be sent regular issues of the Friends' newsletter, Limelight
• have use of the Friends' Tent in Eisteddfod week, for refreshments and to meet other Friends
• receive an attractive badge featuring the Friends' handshake logo

Subscription rates are:
Adults - £16.00 (overseas £20.00)
Joint - £23.00 (overseas £27.00)
Family - £29.00 (overseas £33.00)
Student - £10.00 (overseas £14.00)

£1 discount on membership for payment by direct debit scheme (UK only).
Special arrangements for Groups and Schools.

Click here to download more information and a membership application form

For further information, please contact:

Membership Secrerary, FLIME
Email: info@flime.org.uk
Tel: 01978 862000

Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod,
Royal International Pavilion,
Abbey Road,
Llangollen.
LL20 8SW

Limelight