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Andover and District Beekeepers Association

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About ADBKA
What we do

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Our principal aim is to promote the art of beekeeping, both traditional and natural, and to encourage good beekeeping practice in the Andover locality.

In the summer months, we arrange a series of visits to members' apiaries and to other social events. This is a good time to see how other beekeepers approach their tasks and exchange information, advice and tips on beekeeping. 

In the colder winter months, we meet on the first Tuesday of every month, September to March, at Picket Piece Hall, Walworth Rd, Picket Piece, Andover SP11 6LY, from 7pm for a 7.30pm talk.  At the meetings, guests are invited to talk on various aspects of beekeeping. These meetings are excellent events for learning more about the craft and debating the various beekeeping techniques.

Meetings are held at Picket Piece Hall (map)

ADBKA is represented by a committee from the membership.

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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..

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Beekeeping Introductory Training 2027

Our next beginners' course starts in January 2027. Details and enrolment open in November 2026.

To find out more, to join ADBKA, or to hear when enrolment opens, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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.

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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)