The Association of Masters of Harriers and Beagles (AMHB) was founded in 1891 and registered 107 packs of Harriers and 40 packs of Beagles. Today there are 22 packs of Harriers and 67 packs of Beagles.

In 2009 the Association has over 600 members, many of whom are Masters of Hounds but membership has broadened in recent years and we welcome all those who support hare hunting and wish to be involved in the Association. We welcome young people under the age of 21 wishing to encourage greater involvement by the young in hunting and in order for them to share the knowledge, experience and skills of more experienced members, in the art of venery and the management and handling of a pack of hounds.

Members of the Association receive

• a copy of the annual Association Handbook,
• a set of rules
• an AMHB badge.
• access to the members section of AMHB website
• regular newsletters

and invitations to:

• the AMHB Annual Conference,
• the Harrier and Beagle Show at the Festival of Hunting at Peterborough
• Hunting seminars and events throughout the year, some especially designed for young hare hunters.

The cost of membership of the AMHB for those who are not Masters of Hounds is £30.00 per annum, payable on 1st May. For those aged under 21 on May 1st, the subscription is £15.00. Young members also receive discounts on AMHB merchandise.

All those wishing to apply for membership of the AMHB must be nominated by two people who have been members of the AMHB for at least two years. All applications must be approved by members of the Joint Committee. Please use the link below to download an application form for membership of the AMHB. Applications for membership should be accompanied by the annual subscription either by cheque or by completion of a direct debit instruction also available to downloaded using the link below.

Membership Application Form – Adult:
Direct Debit Form for Annual Subscription – Adult:
Membership Application Form - Young Person Under 21:
Direct Debit Form for Annual Subscription – Under 21: