PubMed: How Honey Bee Colonies Survive in the Wild: Testing the Importance of Small Nests and Frequent Swarming.

"..We hypothesized that the persistence of these wild colonies is due in part to their habits of nesting in small cavities and swarming frequently. .."

Read more here: PubMed

The Association's apiary in North Shropshire

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The Association maintains an apiary at an organic farm in North Shropshire. We hold regular meetings at the apiary during the summer, where members old and new can gain experience in handling bees.

Our Vision

visionWe encourage and develop
the art and science of bee keeping


visionWe strive to educate
Through group meetings, practical out apiary events and educational support 

NSBKA

The North Shropshire Beekeepers' Association - to encourage and develop the art and science of bee keeping