The aim of Ruxley and Sidcup Beekeepers is to promote and support the craft of beekeeping through education and engagement with both beekeepers and the wider public across South East London and West Kent.
We are the Sidcup branch of the Kent Beekeepers Association (Charity No. 222946) and are run entirely by volunteers. The earliest records of the association date back to 1904, reflecting a long tradition of supporting beekeeping in the local community.
Access to both of our teaching apiaries is free of charge, and we welcome visitors of all experience levels, whether encountering bees for the first time and wish to experience the opportunity to handle bees under supervision, or would like to learn the fundamentals of beekeeping and discover whether beekeeping is a hobby they would enjoy.
Members of other associations are of course also warmly welcome.
We also run a popular beginner’s beekeeping course each year in early spring. Visit our Courses page for information about joining the waiting list for the next year’s course.
To learn more about our activities, events, courses, and membership, please explore our website.