We welcome as members anyone with interests in Johnson and his circle, or in the literary and cultural life of the eighteenth century. No previous knowledge of the period is required.

We are a sociable society with members from many walks of life who share a fascination for this exciting period in British history.

Details of the meetings of the Society are announced in the annual programme sent out in September. Those who are unable to attend can read the papers in the Society's annual journal the New Rambler. More topical items are noted in the Society's occasional newsletter, the New Idler. Both these publications are sent to all members.

To join the Society, please select the membership level you require on the form below. Click "Next", and on the following pages your will be asked to input your address and other details.

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