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Membership Of Swindon Beekeepers
Joining the Swindon & District Beekeepers Association (SDBKA) is a fantastic opportunity for anyone passionate about beekeeping, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced beekeeper. As a division of the Wiltshire Beekeeping Association, SDBKA offers a welcoming and knowledgeable community where members can access expert guidance, educational courses, and hands-on experience at the association’s dedicated apiary. Membership provides valuable benefits, including Bee Disease Insurance (BDI), public and product liability insurance, and opportunities to connect with fellow beekeepers. Additionally, members can participate in monthly meetings, training sessions, and events, ensuring continuous learning and support throughout their beekeeping journey. Whether you’re looking to start your first hive or refine your skills, SDBKA provides the tools, knowledge, and community to help you succeed. If you’re interested in joining, please complete the form below to begin your membership!
Associate Membership
If you do not plan to keep bees this year, you are welcome to subscribe as an Associate Member for £10. This includes access to our newsletter and participation in meetings.
Benefits of Membership with Swindon & District Beekeepers Association
- Bee Disease Insurance (BDI)
- Public Liability Insurance (£10m) and Product Liability Insurance (£10m) for selling honey and bee products
- Expert guidance from experienced beekeepers
- Family participation—family members may attend SDBKA meetings and events
- Educational opportunities, including courses run by SDBKA
- Access to the SDBKA library of books and magazines
- Loan of branch equipment
- Subscription to the SDBKA newsletter
- Membership to the Wiltshire Beekeepers Association
- Attendance at county-wide meetings
- Subscription to the British Beekeepers Association (BBKA) newsletter (for Full & County members)
- Access to BBKA’s members’ website
- Discounts on tickets for the annual BBKA Spring Convention
- Encouragement to register with BeeBase (www.defra.gov.uk/beebase)
Full Member – Ideal for ordinary beekeepers. Includes BBKA membership, public liability insurance, Bee Disease Insurance (BDI) covering up to three colonies, and a subscription to the BBKA magazine.
Partner Member – Available to partners of a Registered member or teachers at the same school as a School Member. Includes the same benefits as Registered or School membership, except for the BBKA magazine and BDI insurance.
Junior Member – Designed for those under 18, whether they keep bees or not. Provides BBKA membership, public liability insurance, BDI coverage for up to three colonies, and a BBKA magazine subscription.
Associate Member – For individuals supporting SDBKA while holding BBKA membership with another association. Excludes public liability insurance, BDI coverage, and the BBKA magazine.
Country Member – Suitable for non-beekeeping enthusiasts who wish to be involved in BBKA and SDBKA. Includes BBKA membership and the BBKA magazine, but does not cover public liability insurance or Bee Disease Insurance.