Membership for individuals or families (3 or more children)

Is there an Urdd club at your child's school?

If not, you are more than welcome to join the Urdd online.  You can also follow this link for family membership - which is for three children or more from the same family.

 

Due to the current situation in Wales with Coronavirus, membership is closed for the time being. Please get in touch with us on aelodaeth@urdd.org if you have any questions.

Group leaders & teachers

The online membership system is now available which will enable you to enrol online. You should receive a membership pack in September with all the information regarding enroling your aelwyd/adran/school. Please contact us if you do not receive this pack.

 

Due to the current situation in Wales with Coronavirus, membership is closed for the time being. Please get in touch with us on aelodaeth@urdd.org if you have any questions.

FAQs

What's included in an Urdd membership?

- Rugby, swimming, football, basketball, gymnastics... All sorts of clubs, activities and competitions available through the medium of Welsh

- Trips abroad, socialising, making new friends, volunteering... Find out more about activities in your area here

- As a member you can compete in the many competitions at the Urdd Eisteddfod, including singing, dancing, hairdressing and beauty, creating apps, stand up comedy and more.

- Scan the QR code on your membership card to see the latest special offers and competitions for Urdd members only.

- If you are between 14 and 25 years of age, you can become a member of an Urdd Youth Forum to discuss issues that matter to you.

I want to join my children directly online rather than through a branch. Can I do this?

We encourage everyone to join through your local branch in the school / village, but if you would prefer to join directly via the website you are welcome to do so here.

What is Family Membership?

You can register a family (three or more children) at a discounted price of £20. Click here for Parents / guardians Membership to enrol your family.

Remember, after 9 January 2020, earlybird price will come to and end and Family Membership will increase to £25.

I forgot my password!

Email aelodaethtechnegol@urdd.org to request a new password. 

What payment methods are available? 

You can choose to pay by card, PayPal, or by cheque. If paying by card you will receive your membership number straight away. If paying by cheque or BACS you will receive your membership number via e-mail after we have received your payment.

Will I receive my membership number immediately?

If you pay by card you will receive your membership number immediately. If you pay by cheque or BACS you will receive your membership number via email once we have received your payment.

The system shut down in the middle of registration, what should I do?

Email aelodaethtechnegol@urdd.org with your enquiry or call 01239 652 162 

I'm having trouble registering online. Who can I contact?

If you're having problems with the system you can contact the Membership Department on 01239 652 162 for advice. The office opening hours can be seen on this page. If you need assistance using the system we may ask our IT department staff to get back to you, or for any specific queries please email aelodaethtechnegol@urdd.org

What is the membership deadline date? 

There is no deadline for membership - however, to be eligible for the discounted price of £8 per person or £20 per family, you must join by 9 January 2020. After this date membership will increase to £10 for individuals and £25 for families until the end of the 2019/2020 academic year.

Do I still need to return the Gift Aid form if I join online? 

Yes. It is essential that you return the leaflet as a way to claim Gift Aid on Urdd membership. This contribution enables us to continue to offer activities and events. If you join via the website as a parent / guardian, you can fill in the Gift Aid details at the same time. 

I have enrolled online, when will I receive my membership package? 

It can take up to 4 weeks to process your membership, particularly during peak periods. If you join via school then the school will receive the membership packs and distribute to pupils.