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We now have confirmed dates for the September beginners course. For details please go  to: https://www.mdbka.com/beekeeping-training/

Collette O'Brien is on the front cover of the latest BBKA News. We congratulate Collette, a young member of MDBKA for being chosen to represent England in the...

The Hive-Side Training (HST) programme is a government-funded initiative aimed at enhancing the skills and sustainability of the UK beekeeping industry....

Open to all members of the Association, preferably having completed the Novice training course. All applicants must have kept their own bees for a minimum of...

The weekend ‘Beekeeping for Beginners’ Course will take place on the 12th & 13th of September 2026 and will be followed by a series of practical sessions...

Not sure if beekeeping is for you or you just want to find out a little more about beekeeping and experience an active colony of bees? If so, our taster...

  FULLY BOOKED The weekend ‘Beekeeping for Beginners’ Course will take place on the 25th & 26th of April 2026 and will be followed by a series of...

  Manchester and District Beekeepers’ Association have once again been given the prestigious Green Flag for Community Groups. Awarded by the Ministry of...

Thinking about putting a hive on your roof? Interested in helping bees by keeping bees? Read this to learn more and join our pollinator-friendly scheme!

Help the Fight Against the Asian Hornet Invasion