Encourages the study, writing and recording of dialect. Free to members are two annual publications about dialect. Arranges several meetings each year in various parts of the old county, publishes a wide range of dialect literature, audiotapes and CD's Dialect enquiries require an S.A.E. Open to anyone interested in the study and research of the Yorkshire dialects and/or reading or writing dialect prose and poetry. All enquiries, including media, to Publicity/Information Officer. AGM April. Approx 500 members. The group aimed at 16+ If any members would like a more active role in the running and shaping of the YDS, here’s an opportunity – the society currently has several general vacancies on the Council (duties are minimal and require attendance at twice-yearly meetings).
All enquiries regarding these vacancies should be directed to the Chair (Rod Dimbleby) at rod.dimbleby@googlemail.com; or by post at: 20 Lower Newlands, Brighouse, HD6 3RG