Honey bee swarm
Football-sized cluster, hanging from a branch, fence, or wall.
UK bee swarm reporting
Seen a swarm of bees in the UK?
Report it quickly and we'll help connect your report with local beekeepers who may be able to safely collect and rehome the swarm.
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How it works
Report a swarm in three simple steps
No account needed. Just tell us where the swarm is and what you can see.
01
Tell us where
Drop a pin or type your postcode so we know the exact area.
02
Add details
Share a photo, note the size and height — the more we know, the better.
03
Local help notified
Nearby beekeepers get your report and can get in touch to collect the swarm.
Why ReportSwarm
Good for you. Good for bees. Good for local communities.
- Free and fast — under a minute to report
- Connects you with trained local beekeepers
- Safer than DIY removal or pest control
- Helps rehome honey bees back into hives
What you can include
Everything you need to report a swarm clearly
Designed to work from a garden, driveway, or school car park — on any phone.
Precise Location
Pin the exact spot or share your postcode so local beekeepers know where to look.
Photo Upload
A quick photo helps confirm the species before anyone sets off.
Fast Submission
A short form you can complete from the garden, street or balcony.
Progress Link
Follow your report with a private link so you know what happens next.
Areas we cover
Find swarm help in your area
We help connect reports with local beekeepers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Before you report
Not all buzzing insects are swarms
A honey bee swarm is usually a tight cluster the size of a football or rugby ball. Here's how to tell.
Bumblebee
Large, fuzzy, round — usually alone on flowers. Best left alone.
Wasps or hornets
Smooth, bright yellow-and-black — call a pest controller, not a beekeeper.
Solitary bees
Single bees around a wall or lawn — harmless and short-lived.
Seen a swarm? Help is a minute away.
Reporting is free and takes under a minute. You'll get a private link to follow progress.