Exploring the fungi of Yorkshire
Welcome to the Mid-Yorkshire Fungus Group. We’re a small, friendly community brought together by a shared interest in fungi. Our members range from complete beginners to seasoned mycologists, with plenty in between. Whether you’re curious about fungi or keen to deepen your knowledge, you’re very welcome here. Feel free to get in touch if you’d like to learn more.
Resources
Find out more about the fungi of Mid-Yorkshire.
Events
Find details of our upcoming forays, meetings and other events.
Gallery
Explore our gallery to see photos shared by members.
What We Do
The Mid-Yorkshire Fungus Group aims to promote the study, enjoyment, and conservation of fungi in the Mid-Yorkshire region. We bring together people of all experience levels to explore the rich and often overlooked world of fungi through regular forays, meetings and other events. By contributing to national recording schemes, we support scientific understanding and help protect fungal biodiversity. We hope to inspire curiosity and respect for the important role fungi play in our environment.
We aim to
- To discover, identify, and record fungal species within the Mid-Yorkshire area (approximately a 30-mile radius of Leeds).
- To promote the conservation of fungi and their habitats.
- To foster interest in fungi
We organise
- Forays
- Identification meetings
- Workshops
We offer
- A friendly community of fungi enthusiasts
- Advice on books and equipment
- Help with specimens that puzzle you
- Help with microscopy
- Members’ newsletters and WhatsApp and Facebook communities
- We can provide speakers and foray leaders for your events
Latest News
Event reports
Our reports, articles and identification keys provide valuable resources for anyone interested in learning more about local species and supporting fungi recording in the Mid-Yorkshire area.
Event Reports
Fungi found during our forays
Keys
Interactive keys created by members of our group
Articles
Read articles by our members