Member’s Area
HBA Newsletter
This is a quarterly newsletter that covers the activities of HBA, BBKA, BDI and other counties in the region. It is created by the committee and trustees of these organizations.
HBA Facebook (Public)
A Facebook page dedicated to sharing information on the art and products of beekeeping.
for beekeepers and the general public
HBA Facebook (Private Group)
This is a private group exclusive to HBA members. It provides timely information from the BBKA, BDI and nearby counties. It also hosts private events for HBA members only.
HBA Chair Welcome
Welcome to the members’ area of the Hampshire Beekeepers Association website. And thank you for your further interest in HBA which is one of the largest beekeeping associations in the UK.
Together with our fourteen local association members we aim to help and support Hampshire beekeepers to further improve their skills and knowledge in supporting our fascinating bees who make such an important contribution to our natural environment.
John Lauwerys HBA Chair
Hampshire Beekeepers Association Badges
The county association has exclusive badges for sale by HBA. Only HBA members can buy them from HBA or their local associations.
The Local Association can buy these badges for £21 per ten, with postage and packing included. Individual members can order these badges directly from HBA for £3.00 each, with postage and packing to their preferred address included.
These badges generate profits that fund events and sponsorships related to the art of beekeeping.
Core Values – Transparency
HBA Executive Reports
Working for our members and craft of beekeeping.
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A summary of the provisional minutes of the latest Executive Committee and Trustee meeting
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The official record of the previous Executive Meeting, which was verified and approved as an accurate and complete account of that meeting.
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Draft minutes of the latest annual general meeting and approved minutes of previous annual general meetings
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BBKA ADM Minutes
Confirmed minutes from previous BBKA ADM meetings and any summary reports.
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Chair
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Hon. Secretary
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Treasurer
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Studying is easier together
HBA Study Groups
HBA is dedicated to enhancing the skills and knowledge of beekeepers and providing opportunities for learning to its members.
To help us match you with other beekeepers who share your learning interests, please complete this form and indicate which modules you would like to study.
Participation in the study group is not limited to those who are taking an assessment; it is open to anyone who is interested in learning.
The HBA Zoom account is available for free to any members who want to form a study group.
HBA Zoom Account
Being a member of HBA gives you the benefit of using the zoom account for various purposes, such as Association Meetings, Training Sessions, Study Groups and more. To reserve a time slot, first look at the zoom calendar below and find an available slot. Then, click on the “book a slot” button and fill in the required details: Date, Timing, Contact Email and Meeting Title.
HBA & Local Associations Linked Calendar
This is the shared calendar for HBA and Local Associations. So far, only Meon, Meridian & Hampshire Beekeepers Events Calendar have joined. We hope that all Associations will participate and share their events, so that beekeepers from all over Hampshire can support and attend each other’s activities.
A possible benefit of the calendar is that associations can avoid scheduling the same talk or events as others and collaborate with them instead. This way, they can save resources and money.
Members can save time and effort by accessing free talks added to the Hampshire Beekeepers Calendar. These talks are usually advertised on Eventbrite, BIBBA and other County Associations.
Eventbrite Events
BBKA Learning Platform
— For individual online learning
BBKA Member can access online study units by logging onto their online site.
Once you have access you have four types of study units:
- Units for individual beekeepers (free)
- Units for the public, to raise awareness (free)
- Units to used by Associations in their training (free)
- Correspondence courses (fee paying)
- BBKA News
The general public will have access to non-specialist study units about Asian Hornet and Swarming.
In future we aim to create materials about planting for pollinators.
BBKA Modules & Assessments
— Beginner to improvers – courses for all
BBKA Syllabus 2024 are known as modules. There are 7 core modules in total giving you a chance to test your knowledge on all aspects of apiculture.
There is also a subsidiary module called Plants and Pollinators. This is a stand-alone module and does not form part of the route to achieve Intermediate or Advanced Theory Certificate but is intended to extend your knowledge in subject areas of interest to beekeepers.
Please check the latest ‘Fees and Dates’ document for exact dates. If you would like to take one of the modules, then please complete the form below so our exam secretary can send you the required link and payment details.
How to find your BBKA Membership Number
Click the logo to the left
To verify your identity and then you will need to enter your surname and postcode. Then click on “Send Request”.
If those details match a current member on eReturn2, your membership number will be emailed to the email address associated with your record – please note this can take a few minutes.
Membership Offers
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BeeCraft
BeeCraft are offering our members a discount of around 23% on renewal on BeeCraft subscriptions for new and current subscribers.
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Freeman & Hardy
Specials in jars and lids, they are offering a 10% discount to all BBKA members with the following discount code.
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BB Wear Beekeeping Suits
Discounts of 10% and 15% being offered on their clothing range. Ultra Range (BKAULTRA10) and Poly Cotton Range (BKAPOLY10)
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Awaits
If you know of any companies that are offering a discount to beekeepers please let us know Email
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Awaits
If you know of any companies that are offering a discount to beekeepers please let us know Email
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Awaits
If you know of any companies that are offering a discount to beekeepers please let us know Email
Popular Partners
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BEEKEEPING RESOURCES
If you want to learn about beekeeping, there are many sources of information available. Here are some of the main partners that we suggest you begin with.
BBKA
National Beekeeping Organisation providing lessons, classes, online training and modules for all.
BIBBA
National Organisation offer learning, advise, templates etc on queen breeding and bee improvement.
BeeConnected
Connect with local farmers and land owners. Notification of spraying in your area to protect your bees
BeeCraft
Beecraft is a monthly magazine service which offers a discount of around 23% for members of HBA.