Somerset Beekeepers Association
Also known as: Sbka
Somerset Beekeepers Association (SBKA) is one of over 60 County Beekeeping associations and whose purpose is to advance the education of the public and beekeepers in the craft of beekeeping and to promote the importance of bees in the environment. The SBKA has 12 branches covering Somerset. All offer local training programmes and events to its members and to the public.
Activities & Mission
Somerset Beekeepers Association (SBKA) is one of over 60 County Beekeeping associations and whose purpose is to advance the education of the public and beekeepers in the craft of beekeeping and to promote the importance of bees in the environment. The SBKA has 12 branches covering Somerset. All offer local training programmes and events to its members and to the public.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2026 — Somerset Beekeepers' Association (organisation 277803)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £124,002 | £107,887 | 0 / 250 | |||
| 2024 | £0 | £0 | 0 / 150 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Somerset Beekeepers Association
What does Somerset Beekeepers Association do?
Somerset Beekeepers Association (SBKA) is one of over 60 County Beekeeping associations and whose purpose is to advance the education of the public and beekeepers in the craft of beekeeping and to promote the importance of bees in the environment. The SBKA has 12 branches covering Somerset. All offer local training programmes and events to its members and to the public.
How much income did Somerset Beekeepers Association report in 2025?
Somerset Beekeepers Association reported total income of £124k and reported expenditure of £108k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Somerset Beekeepers Association registered as a charity?
Somerset Beekeepers Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 January 2024 as charity number 1206483. It has been registered for 2 years.
Who runs Somerset Beekeepers Association?
Somerset Beekeepers Association is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Simon Mills. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Somerset Beekeepers Association operate?
Somerset Beekeepers Association operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Somerset Beekeepers Association a registered charity?
Yes — Somerset Beekeepers Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1206483.
Details
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BRIDGWATER
Somerset
TA5 1ED
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Also Known As
- Sbka
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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