Dumfries and Galloway is coastal, forested and hill — Solway shore, Galloway Forest and the uplands of the Rhinns. Its bees have a mild, long season for Scotland.
The mild Solway climate means spring starts earlier than most of Scotland. Blackthorn and hawthorn open the year; sycamore is important. Oilseed rape is moderate. Lime carries June in Dumfries and Stranraer. Galloway Forest contributes bilberry, rowan and late ling heather; coastal sea-campion on the Solway adds character. Himalayan balsam along the Nith gives a long late flow, and ivy on whitewashed cottage walls closes the year.
Dumfries & Galloway Beekeepers' Association has branches in Dumfries, Stranraer and Castle Douglas. Collectors cover coastal bungalows, market-town cottages and remote Galloway hill farms.
We prioritise coverage county-wide. Towns with a dedicated page below; more town pages rolling out soon.
Dedicated town pages for Dumfries and Galloway are coming soon. You can still report a swarm now and your local beekeeper will get in touch.
Nearest BBKA-affiliated associations that support swarm collection in this area.
CA13 0AU· approx. 63 km
CA6 4HN· approx. 68 km
Visit websiteCA24 3HZ· approx. 70 km
Visit websiteCA12 4NT· approx. 79 km
CA10 1SP· approx. 103 km
Visit websiteLA8 8LX· approx. 115 km
Visit websiteAssociation data sourced from the British Beekeepers Association directory via SwarmBase.
Report it in under a minute and a trained local beekeeper will arrange safe collection.
