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 …
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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 …
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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 …
Watch this space rail users and commuters because we’re busy finalising our list of 2020 bee-friendly projects – and there are some wonderful railway station platforms in the mix. We’re set to get our hands dirty transforming the likes of Sudbury Town, Watford andFeltham Rail Stations, amongst others, with floral planters, nature trails and mini …
Plastic-free, natural and 100% re-usable: what’s not to love about beeswax food wraps. The happy alternative to plastic cling film and foil, these wraps are made using beeswax, sustainably sourced from beehives throughout Hampshire, Surrey and Sussex. Each pack contains three wraps – printed with illustrated bee-friendly plants – in a standard (35cm x 35cm), …
We’re pleased to announce that the wildlife garden we created in partnership with the Poacher Line Community Rail Partnership in Bottesford, this week received a Community Rail Award for the Most Enhanced Station Buildings and Surroundings. We couldn’t be more proud of the hard work of both teams and the Lincolnshire community that made this …
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We’ve teamed up with Anno Distillers on their newest creation – Anno Orange & Honey Gin. A zesty mix of orange blossom, local bee pollen, sweet orange and local honey – flavours that represent the flower to fruit journey – 10p from every bottle sold will go towards our vital projects, creating habitats for honey …
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