You can join BBE either as an organisation or as an individual
- Organisational Membership is for bands, as well as associations and any other groups
- Individual membership is for anyone who is not already a member of BBE through their own brass band
You can set up recurring payments via direct debit for a 2.5% discount.
We can offer you:
- Savings on insurance that usually are greater than the cost of membership
- Unlimited use of our free volunteer DBS checking service
- Safeguarding Training and use of our 'BandSafe' Tool, including Child Performance Licensing through the BBE BOPA
- Discounts at BBE workshops and events
- Specific advice and dedicated assistance from our staff team
- Eligibility to apply for a grant from the Norman Jones Trust
- National representation and lobbying on behalf of all bands
- Access to our comprehensive set of model policies
- Nomination and voting rights at BBE General Meetings (one vote per Organisational Membership or Individual Membership)
- Access to the members' content on our website
- Listing for your band on our Find a Band tool
We can also help you:
- Attract and retain players and willing volunteers
- Put you in touch with professionals who can support you with effective marketing, obtaining charitable status, developing partnerships and ensuring the future sustainability of your organisation
- Offer training and guidance to help your band to flourish