As an active beekeeping association, we are delighted to welcome new members.
Registered Membership
For those with, or proposing to have, colonies of bees
Benefits:
- Access to all FDBKA events
- Hampshire Beekeepers’ Association (HBA) membership
- British Beekeepers Association (BBKA) membership
- Subscription to monthly BBKA News magazine
- Public Liability & Bee Diseases Insurance (for 1-3 hives)
- Loan use of FDBKA equipment
Country Membership
For those not intending to have colonies of bees
Benefits:
- Access to all FDBKA events
- Subscription to monthly BBKA News magazine
Associate Membership
For those who do not participate in beekeeping activities or who are full members of another association
Benefits:
- Access to all FDBKA events
Click on the link for our Welcome Information for New Members.
What does it cost?
Membership Category | Fee | |
Registered Membership |
£40 | Fee breakdown: FDBKA - £12.00 |
Country Membership | £22 | Fee breakdown: FDBKA - £12.00 |
Associate Membership | £10 | Fee breakdown: FDBKA - £10.00 |
Junior Membership | £10 | Fee breakdown: FDBKA - £10.00 |
Additional Apiary Fee | £10 | For those with hives on the Ray & Jean Powell Titchfield Apiary |
Additional Bee Diseases Insurance Premium (applicable to Registered Memberships only) | £1.20 | 4-5 colonies |
How do I become a new member?
Our preferred and easiest way is to complete the online application form by clicking on the button below. Submitting the form will send a request to our membership secretary. On receipt of your Application you will be emailed to discuss your needs and the best membership category for you. A link will then be sent to our Registration system where you will be able to fill in the remainder of your details. The Registration form will also calculate the cost of your membership. Payment details are on this page and the link to the full application form below.
New members who are clear on their membership category + Existing members reporting changes
The application form gives the Membership Secretary all the information needed to register and insure beekeeping activity. Access to the form is via the link below.
The form will need to be completed manually, photographed and either emailed to the membership secretary or brought to a FDBKA event.
If you require a Word version of the Application Form, please email the Membership Secretary.
How do I pay?
Our preferred method for payment is via BACS to FDBKA, Sort code: 30-99-50, Account No: 51957768 with your name as the reference.
If you are unable to use online banking please bring cash to an event or arrange with the Membership Secretary to drop it off.
How (and when) do I renew my membership?
As an existing member, your details are stored on the national Registration system (eR2). In December the Membership Secretary will email you a link to your personal registration details. Here, you are able to confirm them and submit any changes. Payment will be by BACS, the details of which are included in your renewal cover letter and on this Webpage. Once payment is received you will be sent an email which is proof of membership for insurance purposes.
Please complete promptly to ensure continuity of insurance and reduce administrative workload.
Membership runs for the calendar year commencing 1st January.
What do I do if my email address or contact details change?
Please email the Membership Secretary if any of your details change or you may not receive your renewal details.