Although our branch primarily covers the area from St Nicolas-at-Wade to Ramsgate and from Margate to Sandwich we welcome members from anywhere.

We are an inclusive club and everyone is welcome whether you’re already an experienced beekeeper, just getting started in the craft or simply interested in bees. Beekeeping is for everyone regardless of age or disabilities.   

Thanet Beekeepers Association is affiliated with the British Beekeepers Association (BBKA).  


  

Registered membership for those with bees

Country membership for those interested in beekeeping but have no bees

Partner membership for those who are partners of registered members 

Junior membership for those under 18 years

Affiliate membership for those who are already members of other beekeeping associations and would like to join TBKA as well

• Winter lecture program (TBKA)
• Hands on experience and training for new beekeepers
• All members are invited to attend apiary meetings
• Social events such as ‘Bees at the Bell’, quiz nights, annual dinner and BBQs
• A network of beekeepers for help, support and advice
• WhatsApp groups for ease of communication
• Help with obtaining ‘local’ bees 
• Club discounts on products from Thorne beekeeping supplier or on club bulk purchases
• Occasional sale of second-hand equipment
• Opportunities to sell honey and hive products on our stall at local fairs
• Guest speakers
• Talks and practical sessions on a variety of beekeeping related activities (e.g. candle making, mead making, skep making days)
• Annual honey show
• Access a network of like-minded people and have fun