Frequently Asked Questions.

Q:What is a smallholding?

A:We don’t have any hard and fast rules as to what makes a smallholding. Anything from a large garden where a few chickens are kept to a full scale working farm.

Q:Do I have to live in North Yorkshire to be a member?

A:We have members from all over the north of England and some further afield but people within North Yorkshire will receive the most benefit from membership of the society.

Q:Do I have to work in farming / agriculture?

A:No, our members come from all walks of life. We have vicars and doctors, surgeons and oil rig workers, engineers and housewives.

Q:Do I have to be a land owner to join the society?

A:No. Many of our members rent land or carry out their activities in their back gardens. Land ownership is nor a requirement of membership.

Q:Do I have to be on the Internet or have e-mail to join the society?

A:No. About a third of our members do have e-mail and have the advantage of early notification of things for sale or wanted through our regular e-mail bulletins.

Q:How many members does the society have?

A:Currently we have over 500 smallholdings which equates to about 1000 people.

Q:Is there an age limit for membership.

A:No but we would prefer children to be accompanied by adult members.

Q:Can I become a life member?

A:Yes, contact us for details.