Croydon Beekeepers' Association
Resources aimed at our members are here.
Beekeeping resources on the Internet.
Beebase
The government website relating to beekeeping and has a lot of valuable information on beekeeping particularly relating to disease management. We would strongly recommend registering your bees on this site in order to get the latest warning on disease outbreaks along with the support of your local bee inspector.
The National Honey Show
The Show provides a number of useful publications relating to processing and presenting honey, wax and mead.
International Bee Research Association
Publishes books and journals on beekeeping. They tend to focus more on the research and scientific publications.
David Cushman
This website was originally set up by David Cushman. This eclectic site contains lots of useful information on equipment etc.
RHS Perfect for Pollinators
The Royal Horticultural Society has some excellent information on bee-friendly plants. An excellent guidance for both beekeepers and gardeners.
Bee-friendly Gardening
Also of interest is the Flowerscapes website. They sell bee friendly flower mixes.
Scientific Beekeeping
Biologist Randy Oliver and his one thousand hives helps separate fact from fiction. His fascinating blog tests many common beekeeping practices to determine how effective they actually are.
Beee Craft
Monthly journal providing the latest beekeeping ideas and research for beginners and seasoned beekeepers. A Bee Craft subscription is included the Croydon Beekeepers’ Association yearly membership.
Surrey Beekeepers Association
Croydon Beekeepers is a division of Surrey Beekeepers Association. Here you can find out about our sister divisions – there may be one nearer you.
Beekeeping equipment suppliers
Local Thorne Agent
Richard Palmer is the local agent for Thorne, one of the main UK suppliers of bees and equipment, and is a great source of both equipment and friendly advice. His contact details are on the membership list, or if you email croydonbeekeepers@gmail.com we can forward his contact details.
Epsom Beekeepers Division Shop
Based at their Apiary in Ewell Village. They carry a good stock of equipment at reasonable prices. Prices are on their website. Open times are limited so again check their website
The Little Honeybee Company
Locally produced candles, soaps and bath-time treats. Run by a Croydon member, Michelle, using local honey and wax.