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Feb 2022
09:00 AM - 16:00 PM
Course
Hive Assembly Course
Plumpton College
£80.00
This is the ideal course for those who want to start beekeeping in Spring 2022 or existing beekeepers who want to learn how to correctly assemble a beehive. Combined with a Taster Day, participants should be able to just add bees!
Find out moreFeb 2022
09:00 AM - 16:00 PM
Course
Beginners’ Beekeeping Course
Mountfield Village Hall
£150.00
Saturday and Sunday, two full days of beekeeping theory for beginners, followed by four one hour practical sessions in the apiary throughout the spring, run by Hastings and Rother Beekeepers Association.
Find out moreFeb 2022
09:00 AM - 17:00 PM
Course
Foundation Course in Beekeeping
The Old School Room
£185.00
The course is run as a two day intensive course and runs Saturday & Sunday from 9am to 5pm. The objective of the course is to provide a well rounded knowledge of keeping honeybees to get the beginner off to flying start. A beekeeper needs to be proactive since the bees have their own agenda and will carry on regardless. Understanding how and why bees work will lead to a greater enjoyment of your honeybees and to recognise when they need support. Below is an outline of the syllabus. History of Honeybees; Anatomy of the Honeybee; Life cycle of the honeybee; Swarming - What it is and how to deal with it; Pest & diseases - Identification and remedial actions; Hives - Types, pros and cons; Colony assessment & hygiene; Bee keeping annual diary; Health, safety & PPE; Record keeping; Apiaries - site selection, risk assessment. The course also provides lists of reading material and providers of bee keeping sundries.
Find out moreFeb 2022
19:30 PM - 21:30 PM
Course
Beekeeping for Beginners
Morden Hall Park
£230.00
This is a 10-week course covering everything you'll need to know to start beekeeping. The course is divided into 6 theory evenings, held on Mondays, and 4 practical sessions held in the teaching apiary on Sunday mornings.
Find out moreMar 2022
09:00 AM - 16:00 PM
Course
Basic & Improvers Course - One Day Theory
Plumpton College
£60.00
This is a great course for those who have at least a season's experience with bees. It is aimed at beekeepers who are interested in taking the BBKA Basic Assessment which is often likened to a driving licence for bees. Some allotment committees and councils require you to have this qualification to keep bees on allotments. It is also suitable for beekeepers who want to improve their knowledge and skills even if they don't want to attempt the assessment.
Find out moreMar 2022
19:00 PM - 20:00 PM
Course
Beekeeping for Beginners
The Dower House Hotel
£70.00
An integrated theory and practical course. Theory sessions will be held at The Dower House, Woodhall Spa and all printed course material will be provided. The practical sessions will be held in our Apiary and you will have ample time to ask questions and get hands on experience. You may have as many sessions in the Apiary as you feel you need during the season and we run a “Whatsapp” group for those who have just got their bees and need further advice. Course Dates: • Theory - Tuesday 22/3, 29/3, 5/4, 12/4 from 7 – 9pm • Practical - Saturday 16/4 & 23/4 from 2 - 5pm For the practical sessions you will require a beesuit (which we may be able to provide), marigold / beekeeping gloves (not leather) and strong boots / wellingtons.
Find out moreMar 2022
08:30 AM - 00:00 AM
Event
Cymdeithas Gwenynwyr Cymru/Welsh Beekeepers' Associations Annual Convention
The Royal Welsh Showground
£0.00
Cymdeithas Gwenynwyr Cymru/Welsh Beekeepers' Associations Annual Convention, Saturday 26th March 2022 This year the Convention remains in the OLD FOOD HALL
Find out moreMar 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Basic Beekeeping
Hayling Island Community Centre
£180.00
Theory Modules 1-10: Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th March 2022. Practical Modules 11-12: Sunday 15th May.
Find out moreApr 2022
08:30 AM - 00:00 AM
Event
BBKA Spring Convention 2022
Harper Adams University
£0.00
Come to the BBKA Spring Convention Any beekeepers starting after April 2019 won’t have had a chance to come to a face- to-face Spring Convention, so this is aimed in part at you, and other beekeepers who’ve never made it to the event. For those of you Zoomed out by online lectures and workshops, this is a great opportunity to look forward to meeting up in person. Spring Convention is held at Harper Adams University, near Telford in Shropshire, TF10 8NB. The event is held across the campus, with beekeeping lectures, workshops, the (Saturday only) commercial trade show and the not-for-profit area where you’ll find the BBKA trustees and staff. There are places to sit and have a coffee and catch up with beekeepers you know and the opportunity to meet beekeepers you don’t know too! Stewarding at the event is a good way of meeting people and getting to know the event. For more information please click here The full programme will be available here in mid-January. Ticket sales open on 31st January. 5 good reasons to visit the BBKA Spring Convention Great lecture programme for all beekeepers Practical workshops to learn new skills Amazing bargains to be had at the trade show and maybe try on that new beesuit for size Chat to other beekeepers and enjoy a break in any of these places: Graze; Kaldi Café; Teaching Block; Regional Food Academy; Trade Show Cafe & Bar Listen and join in with the debates in Speakers’ Corner
Find out moreApr 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Basic Beekeeping
Hayling Island Community Centre
£180.00
Theory Modules 1-10 Saturday 30th April & Sunday 1st May 2022. Practical Modules 11-12 Sunday 5th June.
Find out moreApr 2022
10:00 AM - 16:00 PM
Course
Beginners' Beekeeping
Awbridge Village Hall
£110.00
A mixed-media course with 12 online theory sessions, online discussion sessions and a whole-day practical session to handle bees either 30 April or 1 May. Beginners learn at their own pace and in their own time with support from our experienced members.
Find out moreMay 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Queen Rearing Course
Lynthorpe House
This queen rearing course will help get you started rearing your own queens and improving your success rate. You will learn the basics of queen rearing with a mix of theory and practical.
Find out moreMay 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Queen Breeding - Selection and Testing
Lynthorpe House
Take the next step with your queen rearing and learn how to select and test for desirable traits. This will help you breed selectively to improve your own queen lines.
Find out moreMay 2022
09:00 AM - 17:00 PM
Course
New Beekeeping
Wisley Training apiary
£260.00
21st and 22nd May 2022 - mornings on theory via Zoom. Afternoons in the training apiary at Wisley. Bee suit and hive tool included in cost of course for you to keep.
Find out moreMay 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Practical Beekeeping - The Basics
Lynthorpe House
A day spent understanding the honeybee colony and learning the practicalities of beekeeping. During the day, we will cover the principles of beekeeping and the dynamics of the honeybee colony. The day will be a healthy mix of theory and practical.
Find out moreMay 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Practical Beekeeping - Managing Hives
Lynthorpe House
This day will be spent building on knowledge and basic practical beekeeping skills learnt on our Practical Beekeeping - The Basics course. With a greater focus on managing multiple hives, this course will take you through hive management in greater detail.
Find out moreJun 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Instrumental Insemination Course
Lynthorpe House
A two day practical course to teach you the fundamentals of instrumental insemination.
Find out moreJun 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Queen Rearing Course
Lynthorpe House
This queen rearing course will help get you started rearing your own queens and improving your success rate. You will learn the basics of queen rearing with a mix of theory and practical.
Find out moreJun 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Queen Breeding - Selection and Testing
Lynthorpe House
This queen rearing course will help get you started rearing your own queens and improving your success rate. You will learn the basics of queen rearing with a mix of theory and practical.
Find out moreJun 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Practical Beekeeping - The Basics
Lynthorpe House
A day spent understanding the honeybee colony and learning the practicalities of beekeeping. During the day, we will cover the principles of beekeeping and the dynamics of the honeybee colony. The day will be a healthy mix of theory and practical.
Find out moreJun 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Practical Beekeeping - Managing Hives
Lynthorpe House
This day will be spent building on knowledge and basic practical beekeeping skills learnt on our Practical Beekeeping - The Basics course. With a greater focus on managing multiple hives, this course will take you through hive management in greater detail.
Find out moreJun 2022
09:30 AM - 13:00 PM
Course
Practical Beekeeping Course in London
East London Mosque
£200.00
Course runs over 4 morning sessions: Sat 25 June: 09:30-13:00 Sun 26 June: 09:30-13:00 Sat 02 July: 09:30-13:00 Sun 03 July: 09:30-13:00
Find out moreJun 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Instrumental Insemination Course
Lynthorpe House
A two day practical course to teach you the fundamentals of instrumental insemination.
Find out moreJul 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Practical Beekeeping - The Basics
Lynthorpe House
A day spent understanding the honeybee colony and learning the practicalities of beekeeping. During the day, we will cover the principles of beekeeping and the dynamics of the honeybee colony. The day will be a healthy mix of theory and practical.
Find out moreJul 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Practical Beekeeping - Managing Hives
Lynthorpe House
This day will be spent building on knowledge and basic practical beekeeping skills learnt on our Practical Beekeeping - The Basics course. With a greater focus on managing multiple hives, this course will take you through hive management in greater detail.
Find out moreJul 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Queen Rearing Course
Lynthorpe House
This queen rearing course will help get you started rearing your own queens and improving your success rate. You will learn the basics of queen rearing with a mix of theory and practical.
Find out moreJul 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Queen Breeding - Selection and Testing
Lynthorpe House
This queen rearing course will help get you started rearing your own queens and improving your success rate. You will learn the basics of queen rearing with a mix of theory and practical.
Find out moreJul 2022
00:00 AM - 00:00 AM
Course
Instrumental Insemination Course
Lynthorpe House
A two day practical course to teach you the fundamentals of instrumental insemination.
Find out moreAug 2022
13:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Event
Thorne of Scotland Sale Day
Thornes of Scotland
£0.00
An extremely popular time at our branch in Scotland. This sale is held over two days - Friday 12th August 1pm - 5pm and Saturday 13th August 9am-12pm. As per previous years, pre orders can be taken for your second grade cedar hive parts and you will be able to bring your rendered wax to exchange or swap for foundation sheets. There will also be lots of bargains throughout the shop. Whether your an experienced beekeeper or a beginner, Brian and other staff will be around to help and advise.
Find out moreSep 2022
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Event
Thornes of Windsor Sale Day
Thornes of Windsor
£0.00
The popular Thornes of Windsor Sale Day. Come and have a browse around our fully stocked shop and pick up some great beekeeping bargains. Nearer the time, you will be able to pre-order your second grade hive parts and they will be ready for you to collect on the day. If you are new to beekeeping, there will be plenty of staff around that will be happy to help and advise.
Find out moreSep 2022
08:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Event
Thornes of Stockbridge Sale Day
Thornes of Stockbridge
£0.00
The popular Thornes Of Stockbridge Sale Day is back on the 17th September 2022. The shop will be full of beekeeping bargains and of course you can pre order your second grade hive parts to collect on the day. Don't forget to bring any rendered wax to either swap or convert to foundation sheets. Need advice or just starting out? Come and have a chat with our friendly staff who will be more than happy to help. We look forward to seeing you in September.
Find out moreSep 2022
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Event
Thornes of Devon Sale Day
Thornes of Devon
£0.00
Thornes of Devon are now in their forth year at Quince Honey Farm and the yearly sale days are proving extremely popular. Come and have a browse around the shop or pre order your second quality hive parts to have ready for collection on the day. If you are new to beekeeping, do come and have a chat with one of our staff who are more than happy to chat and advise.
Find out moreOct 2022
08:00 AM - 15:00 PM
Event
E.H. Thorne Beehives Rand Sale & Open Day
E.H. Thorne Beehives Ltd
£0.00
This day is extremely popular with both beginners and experienced beekeepers. Customers travel from all over the country to visit us here at Rand. Not only can you order you second grade hive parts for collection and exchange or swap your rendered wax for foundation sheets; you can also have a stroll through the grounds, join one of the tours that takes you around the factory, enjoy a bacon sandwich, delicious cake, or hot soup in our fantastic Restaurant. There will also be a sale for 'thirds' and a general sale area for you to buy yourself a bargain. There are lots of staff on hand to advise or help if needed. This is a day not to be missed in the beekeeping world.
Find out moreOct 2022
09:00 AM - 18:00 PM
Event
The National Honey Show 2022
Sandown Park Racecourse
£0.00
The National Honey Show is the UK's premier honey show with International Classes, Lecture Convention and Workshops. This is run over three days. Thursday 27th October: 9.00am - 6.00pm Lectures and Restaurant, 12.00 noon - 6.00pm, Trade Hall 3.00pm - 6.00pm Honey Show. Friday 28th October: 9.00am - 6.00pm ALL. Saturday 29th October: 8.30am - 5.00pm ALL. Venue: Sandown Park Racecourse, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9AJ. Admission: FREE entry for National Honey Show members. See Membership. Last minute day tickets will be available at the door. Accompanied Children, 16 yrs and under: FREE
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