I do know that our webmaster is working on a site revamp, but as I'm sure you'll understand, we're all volunteers and he has a day job and family, so it is taking some time, fitting it in between everything else. This is a massive site. It is in the works, though, so keep checking back
I respect that implicitly Marie and I know that pretty much goes for the BFS as an entity and I certainly appreciate it, as I've no doubt the vast majority of members do. I've no idea how much effort goes into an Fcon for example - tons no question - and the people who do it have day jobs. Hats off to you all.
Regarding the website and in answer to Jen's question:
Mind you... when you say website... do you mean the main website, or the forum section of it...?
I mean the whole enchilada! Maybe it's just me but I find the homepage pallid and overcluttered with info that looks like lots of text unless you really scan through closely. I'm not suggesting it be garish with lots of silly annoying flashes (none of the damn things!) but it is virtually monochrome at present and none too inviting. Maybe that's just me and purists will say it's the content that matters but on the Net presentation is everything at the beginning. There's lots of information but it doesn't grab the eye from the off, you really have to look for it when I feel that there should be striking 'hooks'.
The black BFS dragon logo is too small and could do with a fiery red blush to its edges or something! For the British Fantasy Society it doesn't say "Fantasy" (or Horror etc.) when you first come across it. And this is a society that has long standing associations with some pretty remarkable artists connected with the collection of genres.
And 'The man with the funny moustache' just isn't funny after the umpteenth time of seeing him!
I feel the website as a whole needs more colour and clarity in the overhaul, in my humble opinion! And I do appreciate the fact that it is being maintained and will get an overhaul from someone doing it for love and by their good graces.