Category archives: News

Calling all artists and creatives! How would you like your artworks to be seen my the masses, on display at London Bridge Rail Station, London? The Bee Friendly Trust has launched a nationwide competition to create a unique sculpture for the rail station, that captures the essence of the honey bee. The sculpture, to be […]

While we’d rather you shop local and independent, if you’re planning on using Amazon for your Christmas shopping this year, be sure to use the Amazon Smile platform. For every purchase you make, Amazon will make a donation to your nominated charity. Which means, if you choose the Bee Friendly Trust as your nominated charity, […]

Let’s hear it for the bees! We’re buzzing with excitement, this month, because not only one – but three! – of our bee-friendly wildlife planting projects received an award. Our station gardens at Alresford Rail Station, Essex and Sudbury Town Rail Station, London plus the youth centre garden at Coram’s Fields, London have all received […]

Supporting Britain’s bees and pollinators just got easier – and stylish. From this week, we are pleased to announce a new partnership with British jewellery brand Gemondo.  The brand, which prides itself for its ethically-sourced gemstone jewellery, is donating 10% from sales from its Honeycomb Collection to our bee-friendly planting projects. From rings to bracelets, […]

We’re on a mission! One third of the UK’s bee population has disappeared over the past decade. But, without bees, we wouldn’t have many of our favourite foods or flowers. Which is why, this Bees’ Needs Week (13-19 July), we’re on a mission to cover the country with wildflowers. We want to sow 100,000 wildflower […]

Stay Safe when Shopping Online Support our trusted partners We’re pleased to have the support of many UK businesses, who give a donation of their profits to our bee-friendly profits.  From artisan gin to handmade soap; wildflower seed balls to trendy tees and delicate jewellery – if you want it, we’ve got it.  Sadly, it’s […]

Bee-Friendly Game Night, Anyone? Pollinator Power Discover the challenging world of pollinators, including birds, bats and bees, in this family-friendly game, suitable for all ages. As you navigate your way around the board – which is printed on a multi-tasking beeswax wrap – you’ll need to overcome hurdles such as weather and humans to make […]

Bespoke Bug Hotels Now Available to Order Encourage solitary bees and other pollinators to your plot Want to give nature a home in your garden or community green space? Well doing so is easy because we’re now making bespoke bug hotels to order.  Which means? We can tailor it exactly to the space you have […]

Interested in having hives but not enough space? Now’s your chance to create your own colony of honey bees from home. Designed by artist and beekeeper Jack Fawdry Tatham, our Build-a-Bee Puppet, is a detailed portrayal of the anatomical elements of a worker bee. Cut out the pieces, fasten them together and voila – your […]

We are excited to announce the release of The Little Book of Pollinators, written by Bee Friendly Trust co-founder Dr Luke Dixon. Discover the fascinating world of pollinators – such as the honey bee – through stunning illustrations by Beth Jeffery plus games, activities and crafting projects to try at home. Aimed at 6-10 year […]