Hampshire Beekeepers’ Association

HBA Library Services

The HBA library, established in 1884, is a valuable resource for HBA members who want to learn more about beekeeping. It contains thousands of books on various aspects of this fascinating hobby.

HBA Honey Show & Convention

Being a HBA member, you can attend various events such as the Hampshire County Honey Show and Convention, Bee Health Day, Winter Talks and others.

HBA Members Area

Being an HBA member grants you full access to the members’ area, which is password protected. There, you can enjoy exclusive promotions and discounts, as well as learning and best practice resources.

Local Beekeeping Associations

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Associations

New beekeepers can join one of the fourteen local associations in Hampshire, which offer various benefits and opportunities. These include apiary training days, support for BBKA Exams and Modules, and social events such as BBQs and Christmas Dinners. By joining an association, you become part of a support network that will help you throughout your beekeeping journey.

The History Of HBA

Founded 141 years ago, Hampshire is one of the largest beekeeping associations in the country. Discover more about Hampshire Beekeepers Associations.

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Beginners Courses

Whether you want to become a beekeeper or simply learn more about honeybees, you can join one of the beginner’s courses offered by our 14 local associations near you.

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Improvers Courses

If you are a Hampshire Beekeeper and you want to improve your skills, you can check out the local associations that offer courses for improvers.

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BBKA Modules & Exams

Whether you’re a beginner or experienced beekeeper, the BBKA can help you enhance your knowledge and skills with various modules and courses. Enjoy the benefits of this rewarding hobby.

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Yellow Legged (Asian) Hornet

The Yellow Legged (Asian) Hornet (aka Vespa Velutina) is a threat to the UK. This page will help you recognize them, report them and safeguard yourself and your honeybees. You will also find public resources and general information here.

Credit: Picture from Bayer @ researchbayer.com 

Varroa Mite

The Varroa Destructor Mite is a common pest that affects many bee colonies in the United Kingdom. You can protect your bees from this threat by following an Integrated Pest Management Plan. Learn how to implement this plan and keep your colonies healthy.

BBKA News

  • A collection of resources to assist Associations in engaging their local community to prevent the establishment of the Asian hornet in the UK. Includes press release, templates for letters, posters and ID sheets, PowerPoint and safety guidance for the public. Asian Hornet Features Graphic NNSS ID Sheet NNSS Alert Poster […]
  • BBKA PowerPoint Presentation for Educating the Public   PowerPoint File BBKA PowerPoint Presentation   PowerPoint File 'How To Track Asian Hornets' Instruction Leaflet written for the BBKA by Sarah Bunker    PDF File 'Asian Hornet Monitoring & Trapping' Guidance leaflet written for the BBKA by Alan Baxter, Sarah Bunker and Chloe […]

The Apiarist

  • Why are bigger queens, better queens? It may be more to do with queen mating success and colony fitness than simply the number of eggs she lays.
  • Beekeeping with back pain makes an enjoyable pastime feel like a chore. Learn good lifting technique and use a hivebarrow to 'take the strain' when moving hives any distance. The ultimate one wheel drive, go anywhere, vehicle.

NBU News

  • Photograph credit:  Chris GreenOn the 20th and 21st of March the National Bee Unit received credible reports of lone Asian hornets. The first was in Preston, Lancashire at a warehouse with regular trucks arriving from France. A bee inspector attended, set traps and is monitoring the location with support from the local […]
  • Our Asian hornet monitoring fact sheet has been updated (Welsh version). The update includes information on a small selection of commercially available selective traps that can be used for spring monitoring and guidance on setting up monitoring stations for summer monitoring.   

Members Blogs

Members of Hampshire Beekeepers Association share their insights and experiences on beekeeping through blogs. These blogs are intended for beekeepers from the fourteen local associations affiliated with Hampshire Beekeepers Association.

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Contact HBA Support

If you encounter any mistakes or missing information on the website, or if you want to contribute a blog or article to the website, please reach out to support.

webmaster@hampshirebeekeepers.org.uk

Recent Posts

  • Meon Valley 44th Auction & Used Bee Books Sale

    Meon Valley Beekeepers Association is holding its 44th annual auction on Saturday 4th May at Greatham Village Hall. This is open to all beekeepers and indeed anyone wanting to sell or buy. Details of the auction will be available on their web site (meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk) There will also be a used bee…

  • Important Information – Bee Inspector Details

    Seasonal Bee Inspectors The Seasonal Bee Inspector contact information is available during the summer season (starting of April to end of September) on BeeBase at www.nationalbeeunit.com/contact-us/. Regional Bee Inspectors (Hampshire) During the rest of the year, it will only display the Regional Bee Inspectors’ contact details. Please remember that the…

  • Yellow Legged Asian Hornet

    Yellow Legged Asian Hornet

    Andrew Durham is Cambridgeshire Beekeeper who is a regular contributor to the BBKA News on the Asian Hornet and has been a speaker at the BBKA Asian Hornet Conferences. For over 9 years he has been studying the Asian hornet situation in France with regard to its effect on beekeeping.…

British Beekeepers Association

For 150 years, the British Beekeepers Association has been serving beekeepers since its formation in 1874. Learn more about its history and achievements here.