To Bee Or Not To Bee?

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01.

Beekeeping Taster Day

Find out if beekeeping is for you and get all your questions answered, with demonstrations and guidance from our experienced members.

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02.

Introduction Course

Our 7 week course teaches you all you need to know to begin this wonderful hobby, including hands-on visits to our apiary.

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03.

Membership

Join our friendly community of new and experienced beekeepers, join us at the apiary, access loan equipment, enjoy membership of the BBKA.

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About Us

A hive of activity for over 80 years

Stratford-on-Avon Beekeepers’ Association has been supporting beekeepers since its formation in 1936. We offer support and guidance to beekeepers of all ages and experience, an introductory training course, specialised equipment loan, and a dedicated Association apiary.

We also aim to supply locally adapted bees and Queens from the Association Apiary to new and experienced members.

Our passion for bees and their vital role in our ecosystem is what drives us to empower bee enthusiasts at all levels.

Do you need help with a swarm of bees?

The British Beekeepers Association has a host of resources to help you, but most importantly, contact details for local Swarm Collectors.

BBKA Swarm Collection

Everything you need to know about the Asian Hornet.

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There’s always something new to learn

We run a varied calendar throughout the year including a host of interesting external speakers, demonstrations, apiary visits, open days, and our infamous Annual Honey Show!

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Teaching Apiary

We’re lucky enough to have our own apiary which we use for our courses and regular member meetings.

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Bee Improvement Group (BIG)

We’re working to preserve the native honeybee – the European dark bee or Apis mellifera mellifera.

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Would you like to become a member or join one of our courses? Get in touch – we’d be pleased to meet you.

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