Hi fellow beekeepers I am watching the Preseli mountain burn away and thought this a good time to suggest you take extra care when lighting your smoker or putting it down. It is too easy to start an accidental fire while everywhere is so dry. I take a stainless steel bucket with me and put … Continue reading Fire Risks!
Education & Training
Successful ‘Beginners’ Beekeeping Course’ today!
Many thanks to all the folk who attended the ‘Introductory Beekeeping Course’, which we held today at Scolton Manor! The questions to the presenters, Paul and Diane, came thick and fast and a keen interest was shown by all. We hope to see you at the practical training sessions this season…...it will soon be time … Continue reading Successful ‘Beginners’ Beekeeping Course’ today!
LAST CHANCE: PBKA Beginners’ Beekeeping Course- a few places left!
Please note that there are limited places left for the PBKA Beginners Beekeeping Course 2025, which is being held this Saturday 15th March at Scolton Manor Park. If you are interested, or have already asked to be placed on our provisional list, please confirm asap that you wish to attend the course and complete the … Continue reading LAST CHANCE: PBKA Beginners’ Beekeeping Course- a few places left!
Message from WBKA re Modules and Assessment
Dear Beekeepers Happy New Year. Since 2015 WBKA members have benefitted from an arrangement with BBKA whereby, with a levy paid by the WBKA, they could sit BBKA modules and assessment without the need for them to become BBKA members. Recently this arrangement has been reviewed by the BBKA and we are still negotiating proposed … Continue reading Message from WBKA re Modules and Assessment
BIBBA Courses for 2025
BIBBA Supporting Beekeepers Beekeeping Courses for Early 2025. BIBBA has three different courses planned for early 2025, each with the aim of supporting and supplementing training and sessions run by local BKAs. Click on the titles below to find out more:1. “Varroa Resistance through Bee Improvement”For those aiming to go treatment free. Ideally suited to … Continue reading BIBBA Courses for 2025
