Yellow-legged Asian Hornet Week

The British Beekeepers’ Association is urging everyone to stay alert, get informed and be ready to report any sightings of the invasive Yellow-legged Asian hornet (Vespa velutina) as part of our Yellow-legged Asian Hornet Week:  1st – 7th September 2025....

Whipped Feta and Honey Dip

A moreish and versatile dip that’s perfect as part of a mezze plate, spread on crostini, or you can serve a spoonful with a grilled chicken salad or on top of a baked potato.  Drizzle the dip with more honey and liberally sprinkle on thyme leaves, chopped pistachios,...

Help BBKA to educate us about Bees

Its true to say that some species of Bee are more threatened than honeybees – however when we dig deeper into the many threats to honey bees, such as Asia Hornets, varroa destructor mite, and use of Neonicotinoid class insecticides, we see this is just the...