Alan Seager

A keen beekeeper with a passion for learning is remembered for his easy going nature and lovely smile.

Latest

Swarm Talk

Tuesday 23rd April 2024 7.00pm: a BBKA zoom event on swarming.
Asian Hornet Events

Media Support and Tips for AHAT Teams, Tuesday 30th April 2024, 6.00pm
Andrew Durham Asian Hornet Presentations
Planting 150 Year Anniversary Trees

Julian Routh

Julian was a long-standing member of the Sutton Coldfield & North Birmingham Branch and a valued and multi-talented member of the Warwickshire Association.
Peter Hewitt

A most respected beekeeper, exhibitor, speaker and so much more.
Ron Hoskins

Ron was a beekeeper for over 78 years starting at the age of 12 at Kingham Hill School whilst evacuated from Tottenham, North London, with only 2 years away from bees whilst in the army.
Geoff Galliver

Geoff was the life and soul of the Fleet & District Beekeepers’ Association for decades.
Edward (Ted) Chatley

Ted was a stalwart of the Twickenham and Thames Valley Beekeeping Association.
Ian McLean

Master Beekeeper, NDB and member of Ormskirk & Croston
Norman Chapman

Passed away at the age of 98 years old.
Ken Ibbotson

BBKA Honary Member
Karl Showler

Past President who passed away at the age of 89.
Geoffrey Hopkinson BEM NDB

Geoff passed away peacefully just a few weeks short of his 94th birthday.

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Please use our BBKA map to find branches and members who can help you on your way to becoming a beekeeper.
Swarm Collection

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. We can only help if they are honeybees.
Find a local Swarm Collector

If the bees have been identified as honey bees you can enter your postcode to find our nearest volunteer swarm collectors.
Honeybee Swarms

Further information about honey bee swarms together with photos of beautiful honey bees in swarms. It is hoped this page will help members of the public recognise honey bee swarms and then use our swarm map to find a beekeeper to collect the honey bees!
What bee is this?

What bee is this? Pictures of the bumblebees and solitary bees often mistaken for honeybees. Easy ways to identify them.
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How do I become a beekeeper?

How do I become a beekeeper? Why you should join a local association? Where can I find out about courses?