Hampshire Beekeepers Association

28/04/2026

Although we specialise in Honey Bees, we mustn’t forgot the solitary bees and our secret favourites bumblebee. Make sure you leave plenty of water out in this hot weather water covered in moss, stones, anything to stop the bees from drowning.

13/04/2026

As the weather warms up hornets and wasps become active again 🐝

Sightings of Asian hornets must be reported via Asian Hornet Watch app. This is an invasive non-native species‼️

Sightings of European hornets do not need to be reported. This is a native and beneficial species ✅

01/04/2026

Get ready for National Hedge Week in May.

4 - 10 May 2025 Hedgerows need our help Hedgerows are the often-unsung heroes of the British countryside, yet they form the UK’s largest wildlife habitat, are a major part of our landscape and cultural heritage, and are crucial to halting biodiversity decline and tackling climate change. Join

21/03/2026

Watch the latest from ITV News - Hundreds of hives haven't survived the season, and experts say the pressures of climate change are to blame.

20/03/2026

Did you know that you can submit a request for a roadside tree. Check out this link for more details and do your bit for our pollinators. Trees are just as important to pollinators as flowers.

Members of the public may request that Hampshire County Council plant trees on the highway outside their homes where suitable verges exist.

15/03/2026

Meon Valley (MVBKA Taster Day) - 4th July 2026

Have you ever wanted to see inside a colony of bees? Perhaps you really like honey and want to find out more about where it comes from? Our annual Taster day is just for you!

Guided by members of our training team, with over 30 years combined beekeeping expereience, start off with a morning learning all about the biology of the honey bee, the history of the craft and how they are managed. We then move to our training apiary, set within the South Downs National Park.
After lunch (provided by us), we will open several of our hives, letting you experience the sights, smells and sounds of the hive. See how they carry out their intricate lives, foraging and looking after the nest.

This taster day is suitable for anyone interested in honey bees, insects or wanting to find out more about the natural world! All ages are welcome, with under 18s required to come with a grown-up.

For 2026, our Taster day will be held on the 4th July, and cost £85pp. Spaces will be limited so if interested, please reply to this email or visit our website to express your interest. We look forward to seeing you there.

Have you ever wanted to see inside a colony of bees? Perhaps you really like honey and want to find out more about where it comes from? Our annual Taster day is just for you!Guided by members of ou…

05/03/2026

21/02/2026

The speaker timetable is out to help you plan your day at the 2026 WBKA Spring Convention.
9:45-Opening Speaker- Will Van Blyderveen, Project Manager Bees for Development
10:15-Lynfa Davies -Managing Colony numbers
11:45-Professor Robert Pickard- Atoms, Nutrition and Life
13:30-Stephen Riley - Varroa Resistance
14:45-Richard Rickett - Bees and Trees: An Ancient Partnership

Don't forget to prebook your tickets at a discount: https://wbka.sumupstore.com

20/02/2026

If you are still buying honey from our local supermarkets and not from your local beekeepers, this is certainly worth watching so you can make an informed decision about where you make your next purchase.

You can find local beekeepers from either our website or from the BBKA - The British Beekeepers Association new honey map.

Be A Friend So We Can Continue With These Reports🙏🏻🇬🇧 http://www.youtube.com/ UK Honey Is Made In Factoryhttps://www.youtube.com/playlist...

13/02/2026