Welcome to RBKA
We are a friendly and supportive group of hobbyist beekeepers based in and around Rotherham, South Yorkshire
We would like to invite anybody interested in Beekeeping to come along to one of our meetings and see what beekeeping is all about. We also run a beginner's course each year for aspiring beekeepers
On this website you will find a variety of resources for beekeepers, news and information about upcoming local beekeeping events and association meetings
Do you have a swarm to report? Don't panic! Click here
Why Join RBKA?
There are many benefits of becoming a RBKA member, including:
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Third party and public liability insurance through BBKA
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Monthly meetings and talks through the winter months
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Free support, advice and guidance
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Association discounts with certain retailers
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Training in all aspects of beekeeping
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Make friends and collaborate with other local beekeepers
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Did you know - there's an app you can download on your phone for reporting suspected Asian Hornet sightings and ensuring details get to the NBU quickly; search for 'Asian Hornet Watch' in the Android or Apple app store
News
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2020 beginner's course postponed/cancelled due to Covid-19. Click here for more info
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March and April 2020 meetings cancelled due to Covid-19
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Sep 2019: Asian hornet sighting confirmed near Tamworth, Staffordshire
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July 2019: Asian Hornet sighting confirmed in New Milton, Hampshire
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