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Brownie has raised £85.00 to help the honeybees
2018 Honey Harvest is third bigger than last years

The annual honey survey by the British Beekeepers Association (BBKA) shows honeybees survived the difficult climate this year and produced a crop of honey a third bigger than last years.
2 Asian Hornets found in 2 days at Dungeness in Kent

It's just been confirmed that two Asian Hornets have been found in Dungeness in Kent. One on ivy in someone's garden - the other was found at the Dungeness Bird Observatory.
Defra Minister praises beekeepers for raising alarm about Asian Hornets

Parliamentary Under Secretary of State responsible for Rural Affairs and Biosecurity, Lord Gardiner, has written to BBKA President Margaret Murdin to thank the BBKA for raising awareness about Asian Hornets. 6 nests have been destroyed since 2016 & most were identified by vigilant beekeepers.

Adopt a Beehive

Honey bees need your help! Do you want to help honey bees without getting your hands sticky? Adopt A Beehive with the BBKA and you will be supporting vital research into honey bee health, and education into good bee husbandry. Read more