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Andover and District Beekeepers Association

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Andover and District Beekeepers Association
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The Andover and District Beekeepers Association is a thriving association of amateur beekeepers looking after the interests of existing members and newcomers to beekeeping in the Andover area.

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We meet regularly to exchange information and keep abreast of issues relating to beekeeping as well as simply to socialise. Topics we cover include bee health, beekeeping techniques and theories, bee products, advice and access to BBKA training modules as well as practical apiary visits.

We are one of the many associations that make up the larger body of the British Beekeepers Association (www.bbka.org.uk) and our association is one of the many that make up the Hampshire Beekeepers Association (HBA).

A group of people standing outdoors beside beehives, listening to a speaker

Beekeeping Introductory Training 2027

Our next beginners' course starts in January 2027. It covers the basic steps of beekeeping and leads on to practical experience.

Honey Show Schedule 2025

We are now 120 years young and our honey show on the 4th November is a central attraction. Let’s make it a record number of entries this year and enter your own delicious honey.

Honey bees crowded on natural wax comb

Natural Beekeeping

Natural beekeeping covers many different methods. What they share is little or no interference with the bees' nest.

A swarm of honey bees clustered on a tree branch among green leaves

Got a swarm?

Don't panic. Bees in a swarm are full of honey and calm if you leave them alone.

Call our swarm helpline on 07776 429613 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Busy in the hive . . .

© Video by Dr Vivasayam
Asian hornet identification guide. Queen up to 30mm, workers up to 25mm long (worker honey bee up to 16mm). Entirely dark brown or black velvety body. Abdomen almost entirely dark except for the 4th abdominal segment. Legs brown with characteristic yellow ends.

Seen an Asian hornet? The best way to report it is with the Asian Hornet Watch app.

Asian Hornet Watch for iPhone (App Store)

Asian Hornet Watch for Android (Google Play)

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