26 reasons to join Conwy Beekeepers
Training and support
- Information on training courses
- Monthly training meetings (April–August)
- Friendly help and advice for new beekeepers
- Opportunities to support new members
- Guidance on varroa control and research updates
- Information on webinars
Beekeeping opportunities
- Access to locally raised nucs
- Access to swarms
- Assistance with forage sites (oilseed rape, heather)
- Volunteering at association apiaries
- Apiary meetings at Kinmel Bay solar farm site
Events and community
- Conwy Honey Fair (September)
- Conwy Seed Fair (March)
- Honey shows (Eglwysbach and Llanrwst)
- BeeFest at Bodnant Garden
- Conwy Beekeeping Facebook Group
Equipment and resources
- Three honey extracting kits for hire
- Heather honey press for hire
- Access to secondhand equipment
- Frames and foundation at members’ prices
Member benefits
- WBKA membership and quarterly magazine
- Discounts on bee suits (BBWear)
- Access to discounted sugar and Booker trade purchasing
- Regular newsletters and updates
- Website: conwybeekeepers.org.uk
- Membership includes £5m public liability insurance and £5m product liability insurance via WBKA.
All we ask in return is that you pay your subscription promptly and support our activities.
Compiled by Peter McFadden, updated Feb 2025.