Bees Needs Week 13-19 July
Bees’ Needs Week is an annual event run by DEFRA, working with a range of organisations including conservation groups, businesses and charities.
Published: 14 July 2026
Bees, and other pollinating insects, are an essential part of our environment and play a crucial role in food production.
Pollinating insects of all species, play a vital role in pollination and biodiversity. Everyone has a part to play to encourage more beautiful butterflies and buzzing bees in your local area. We can all take simple steps to protect our pollinators and help to restore our natural world and education is key to expanding this understanding.
There are 5 simple actions that anyone can take to help pollinators:
- Grow more nectar rich flowers, shrubs and trees. Using window or balcony boxes are good options if you do not have a garden.
- Let patches of garden and land grow wild.
- Cut grass less often.
- Do not disturb insect nests and hibernation spots.
- Think carefully about whether to use pesticides.
Download childrens activity sheets