Book Your Hive Side Training Session
Secure your place in a professional, regional training event delivered by the Bee Farmers' Association and funded through the Healthy Bees Plan 2030.
Hive Side Training
How to Register
The Hive-Side Training (HST) programme is a strategic initiative funded by the government under the Healthy Bees Plan 2030.
This project represents a vital partnership between the Animal & Plant Health Agency (APHA) and the Bee Farmers’ Association (BFA) to ensure the long-term sustainability and health of the UK’s honeybee population.
Our mission is to equip beekeepers with the practical skills and masterclass-level knowledge required to combat modern environmental threats, invasive pests—such as the Asian Hornet—and endemic diseases like Varroa, by delivering hands-on training directly at the hive.
Step 1: Select Your Region.
Use the filter below to find training sessions available in your local area. We have created 3 main training zones, North of England & Midlands, South of England, Wales.
Simply use the filter option below to choose the location that best suits you.
Step 2: Provide Your Details.
You will need to enter your contact information along with mandatory DEFRA data, such as your CPH and SBI numbers.
Step 3: Secure Your Place.
An administration deposit of £20 is required at the time of booking, processed securely via Stripe.
Step 4: Attendance & Refund.
To ensure immediate reimbursement, your £20 deposit will be refunded in cash by your trainer upon successful completion of the hive-side session.
Book Your Hive Side Training
Important Information
Participation & Compliance: As this programme is funded by the Authority under the Healthy Bees Plan 2030, all participants must provide accurate registration data to satisfy audit requirements.
Admin Fee: The £20 deposit covers the essential administration costs of the HST scheme. To ensure immediate reimbursement, this deposit will be refunded in cash by your trainer upon successful completion of the hive-side session
Cancellations: Refunds for cancellations are at the BFA’s discretion and are not issued once the booking window has closed (7 days prior to the event)
Data Security: Your information is stored on UK-based servers and is handled in strict accordance with GDPR and our Privacy Policy.
Have a Question?
To ensure the Healthy Bees Plan 2030 reaches as many beekeepers as possible, we operate a transparent booking and deposit system. Below, you will find information on how the regional training is delivered and how your returnable deposit is managed by the BFA.
Is this training really free?
Yes. The training is fully funded through the Healthy Bees Plan 2030. The £20 deposit is simply a security measure to ensure attendance and is returned to you in full after you complete the course.
What happens to my £20 deposit?
The £20 deposit covers administration costs and is refunded to you in cash by the trainer upon completion of the course.
Please note that as these costs are incurred upon booking, refunds for cancellations are at the discretion of the BFA and are generally not issued once the booking window has closed (7 days prior to the event).
How do I get my deposit back?
To ensure immediate reimbursement, your £20 deposit will be refunded in cash by your trainer upon successful completion of the hive-side session.
What information do I need to provide to book?
To comply with DEFRA reporting requirements, you will need to provide your contact details and, where applicable, your CPH or SBI numbers during checkout.