Ludlow and District Beekeepers' Association

Found a swarm of honey bees - we can help!

Top right you will find a list of L&DBKA members available to collect swarms of bees. Find the postcode nearest the swarm and contact those listed. If no-one is available then contact Trisha Marlow or Andy Vanderhook on the list and they may be able to locate another experienced collector.

Swarm season can be a busy time, so please ensure they really are honey bees before you call. Have a look at the attached reference page - are they honeybees?

Swarm Collection explained

If you find a swarm in the postcode areas we cover, then a beekeeper will be able to assist you on the following basis:

• Beekeepers can only deal with swarms of honey bees

• Beekeepers can only collect swarms when practicable and safe for them to do so

• The occupier of the property gives permission to enter and recover the swarm

• The beekeeper will take all reasonable precautions to avoid injury or damage to persons and/or property

• The beekeeper will keep the householder informed of what will happen

• The bees will become the property of the beekeeper when taken and secured

• The beekeeper may seek fuel costs and other reasonable expenses incurred