In 2026, to mark the 10th anniversary of the Bee Friendly Trust, we gifted our much-loved BeeDome to a school in Worcestershire that has long been a supporter of the Bee Friendly Trust. The BeeDome’s next chapter will see it enjoyed by the pupils of Norton Juxta Kempsey CE Primary School, where it will provide …
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When the Bee Friendly Trust launched 10 years ago, its mission was simple: to create habitats where bees and all pollinators could thrive. Working at railway stations, Bee Friendly Trust projects form natural pollinator pathways where wildlife can find shelter, food and nesting spots. We have worked closely with a number rail networks and community …
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Say hello to the latest skep (traditional beehive) to join The Bee Friendly Skep Exhibition. Crocheted by the talented Louise of The Belfield Group in Derbyshire, her clever design will keep the skep (and its bees) warm on chilly days. Her skep joins the display at Worcestershire Parkway Railway Station, Worcesteshire. The Bee Friendly Skep …
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When we installed our ‘Time is Running Out’ sculpture at Clacton-on-Sea in Essex, we never thought that one day it would be welcoming the Rail 200 Inspiration Train! Yet it seems quite fitting. When student Madeleine Higgs designed her hourglass sculpture, her message was clear – time is running out to save the bees. As …
It’s that time of the year when we start getting excited. Not because snowdrops and daffodils are starting to make an appearance – although this is good news for early emerging bees and pollinators. But because we start looking ahead to the Bee Friendly Trust’s annual Bee Friendly Awards. Now in their sixth year, the …
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We are thrilled to unveil our latest bee-friendly project – the Norwood Junction Community Garden. At Norwood Junction Railway Station, the garden had been long forgotten. Grace, one of the station staff, had the idea to transform it into a wellbeing garden. We were asked to lead the project and, over the course of three …
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Over the Summer Solstice weekend (21–22 June 2025), we hosted two glorious days of creativity, community and connection with nature. Families, artists, and visitors of all ages gathered in the 30-hectare nature reserve of Samphire Hoe, to take part in a packed programme of artist-led workshops, performances, and hands-on activities. Interactive artworks emerged across the site – …
Self-pollination, “Bee aware”-ness days and bee-themed Christmas trees – just three of the exciting ways towns, schools and community groups around the country have been supporting bees and pollinators this year. It seems there is no end to people’s creativity and enthusiasm, in fact; something demonstrated by the winners of this year’s Bee Friendly awards. …
Tune into Channel 5 at 9pm on Thursday, 22nd May and enter The Secret Life of Bees – presented by naturalist and wildlife presenter Steve Backshall but featuring the Bee Friendly Trust’s very own Dr Luke Dixon. We were privileged to be included in this two-part documentary, which explores the history, science and habitats of …
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Live music, interactive art installations, performance and poetry, in a striking coastal setting SATURDAY 21ST AND SUNDAY 22ND JUNE We are excited to announce a new event for the summer, held at the atmospheric and inspiring Samphire Hoe countryside park (pictured). Set across 30 hectares, this nature reserve will provide a stunning backdrop to two …
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