The course is now full and we have a waiting list so no other applications can be considered. Read more
Southport & District Beekeepers were moving their Apiary from just outside Formby to Hesketh Park in Southport when they discovered an old microscope they had been given back in the 70s Read more
This year the BBKA is conducting the annual winter colony survival survey online and would like to invite all members to take part. Read more
New study has been commissioned to try to find out if certain bee behaviours are governed by genetics. Beekeepers are asked to take part. Read more
Please scroll over our BBKA map to find branches and members who can help you on your way to becoming a beekeeper.
We currently use our Apiary only 10 - 12 days maximum throughout the year to conduct beekeeping exams and assessments. Our aim is to turn it into a fee free visitor centre to teach as many people as possible about the magic of bees and pollinators.
Beekeepers are often approached about winged, flying creatures, especially in the spring and summer period, when they are their most active simply working and are no cause for alarm.
Bees are facing a number of problems in the UK. Here are some ideas to enable you to act to help in whatever way you can.
We currently use our Apiary only 10 - 12 days maximum throughout the year to conduct beekeeping exams and assessments. Our aim is to turn it into a fee free visitor centre to teach as many people as possible about the magic of bees and pollinators. Read more
Become a citizen scientist and learn how to identify this invasive species that is a threat to UK honeybees Read more
May 20th 2019 Read more
The British Beekeepers Association (BBKA) team for the International Meeting of Young Beekeepers in July has been chosen. Read more