Our purpose is to support honey bees and beekeepers in Scotland.
Here to help the advancement of the heritage, culture and science of beekeeping.
Introducing ApiScotia! Our new practical beekeeping weekend at Dumfries House on 24th to 27th May
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Webinars
Recorded and upcoming webinars presented by international experts.
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Education
Expand your beekeeping knowledge by exploring the various examinations which are available to all SBA Members.
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Young Beekeepers
Scotland has a thriving community of Young Beekeepers, including a World Champion Beekeeper!
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Hygiene and Disease Prevention
Advice on how to keep your bees healthy.
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Becoming a Beekeeper
What you need to know about getting involved with this fascinating hobby.
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Setting up a Hive
How to set up a beehive and install a colony of bees
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Latest Events
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Skep Workshop
Hands on skep making workshop on Saturday 30th November
Saturday, November 30, 2024
9:30 am
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December Webinar Irish Beekeeping
WEBINARIrish Beekeeping & Bell Heather Honey with Paul Boyle Paul Boyle is a well-known face to many Scottish Beekeepers, regularly attending the Royal Highland Show and our Annual Beekeeping Convention.
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
7:30 pm
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Supporting Scotland’s Bees and Beekeepers
The purpose of the Scottish Beekeepers Association is to support honey bees and beekeepers, to improve the standard of beekeeping, and to promote honey bee products in Scotland.
Policies & Governance
The SBA constitution can be downloaded from the list on this page, along with a number of policies, rules and procedures.
Structure & Trustees
The Scottish Beekeepers Association is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO).
The organisation consists of its members, and a board of trustees. The board meets regularly throughout the year.
Current trustees and their roles are listed here, as well as a non trustee members who assist with the work of the SBA.
Affiliated beekeeping Associations
Use the interactive map to find your local beekeeping association.
