Bees make a wonderful addition to any allotment site as they play a critical role in the pollination of so many plants, especially fruit crops. Higher yields and better quality produce will result from having hives near the site.
Bee-keeping on an allotment must carried out by someone with experience and knowledge; local branches of the the British Bee Keepers Association(BBKA) www.bbka.org.uk run 10 week Beekeeping for Beginners courses and offer advice, advanced training and examinations to their members; they also offer public liability insurance and supply a handy leaflet for allotment beekeepers click here
For more information on bee keeping on an allotment, please visit: www.nsalg.org.uk/allotment-info/hens-bees-and-other-animals-allotment-beekeeping/ or www.bbka.org.uk