Member Benefits
Join The Western Front Association and be part of a community dedicated to preserving the memory, history, and lessons of the First World War.
As a member, you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits — from exclusive publications and online resources to special events and local branch activities — while supporting the ongoing work of the WFA.
Becoming a member of The Western Front Association (WFA) offers a wealth of resources and opportunities for those passionate about the history of the First World War. Here's an overview of the key benefits:
Utilise this tool to overlay historical trench maps with modern maps, enhancing battlefield research and exploration.
Explore over 8 million digitized pension records, Medal Index Cards and Ministry of Pension Documents, preserved by the WFA.
Identify key words or phrases within back issues of our magazines, including Stand To!, Bulletin, Gun Fire, Fire Step and lots of others.
Receive four issues annually of this prestigious journal, featuring deeply researched articles, book reviews and historical analysis.
This magazine provides updates on WW1 related news, WFA activities and events.
Read post-WW1 era magazines, such as 'Twenty Years After', 'WW1 A Pictured History' and 'I Was There!' plus others.
The WFA's YouTube channel features hundreds of videos of lectures given by experts on particular aspects of WW1.
The WFA regularly makes available webinars which can be viewed 'live' from home. These feature expert speakers talking about a particular aspect of the Great War.
Featured on the WFA's YouTube channel are modern day re-interpretations of the inter-war magazine 'I Was There!' which recount the memories of soldiers who 'were there'.
With around 50 branches, there may be one near you. The branch meetings are open to all.
Access online tours of significant WWI sites, providing immense learning experience.
Listen to over 300 episodes of the "Mentioned in Dispatches" podcast.
Find the right membership for you
Discover the value of becoming a member of The Western Front Association. Each membership level is designed to provide unique opportunities, resources, and support to help you make the most of your connection with our community. Explore the table below to compare benefits and find the membership that’s right for you.
| Benefits |
UK Single |
UK Dual |
UK Junior |
Europe Single |
Europe Dual |
World Single |
World Dual |
Digital |
| Price | £40 | £44 | £25 | £48 | £51 | £55 | £59 | £40 |
| Stand To! Journal | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Online |
| Bulletin Magazine | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Online |
| Searchable magazine archive | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pension record archive | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| TrenchMapper | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stereoscope images | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Webinars & Podcasts | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| National & Branch events | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Trenchlines newsletter | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| All resources behind the membership wall | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Find the right membership for you
Discover the value of becoming a member of The Western Front Association. Each membership level is designed to provide unique opportunities, resources, and support to help you make the most of your connection with our community. Explore the table below to compare benefits and find the membership that’s right for you.
| Benefits |
UK Single |
UK Dual |
UK Junior |
Europe Single |
Europe Dual |
World Single |
World Dual |
Digital |
| Price | £40 | £44 | £25 | £48 | £51 | £55 | £59 | £40 |
| Stand To! Journal | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Online |
| Bulletin Magazine | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Online |
| Searchable magazine archive | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pension record archive | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| TrenchMapper | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stereoscope images | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Webinars & Podcasts | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| National & Branch events | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Trenchlines newsletter | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| All resources behind the membership wall | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Single membership
Single Membership gives one person full access to the benefits of the WFA for one year, renewing annually. Members receive Stand To! and Bulletin six times a year, along with access to our extensive digital archives, including pension records, journals, and military resources. Single Membership also offers the opportunity to attend branch meetings, national events, and remembrance ceremonies, while supporting the WFA’s mission to preserve the history and memory of the Great War. To join, simply choose your area — UK, Europe, or Worldwide — when selecting your membership.
Dual membership
Dual Membership entitles up to three people living at the same address full access to the benefits of the WFA for one year, renewing annually. One set of Stand To! and Bulletin (six issues each per year) is sent per household, and all members can use the WFA’s extensive digital archives, including pension records, journals, and military resources. Dual Membership also offers the opportunity for all named members to attend branch meetings, national events, online events and remembrance ceremonies, while supporting the WFA’s mission to preserve the history and memory of the Great War. To join, simply choose your area — UK, Europe, or Worldwide.
Digital membership
Digital Membership is the eco-friendly way to enjoy all the benefits of The Western Front Association. It gives one person full access for one year, renewing annually, while reducing paper use and supporting the environment. Instead of printed copies, members receive Stand To! and Bulletin in a convenient digital format, with full access to our extensive online archives. Digital Members can also attend branch meetings, national events, and remembrance ceremonies. To join, simply choose your area — UK, Europe, or Worldwide — when selecting your membership.
Junior membership
Junior Membership is a great way for young people age 18 and under in the UK to get involved with the WFA. Junior Members receive digital and print publications, access to our archives, and the chance to attend events and remembrance activities. At age 19, Junior Members can transfer seamlessly to UK Single Membership to continue their journey with the WFA.