Very successful skep making course!

A fascinating skep making course was held this Saturday at Scolton Manor for PBKA members. The participants were trained by Tina, a very talented local skep maker, who explained and demonstrated the process before putting them to work! The course lasted the whole day and by the end of it the skeps were well on … Continue reading Very successful skep making course!

Asian Hornet update!

By the end of 2023 72 asian hornet nests had been confirmed in Britain. This is an enormous increase on previous years but increased awareness and reporting contributed to the total. There were many unconfirmed sightings, including a report from Slebech. As an observation, European hornets seemed to be more abundant in 2023 too. So … Continue reading Asian Hornet update!

NOW FULLY SUBSCRIBED – Skep Making Course – Saturday 27th April at Scolton Manor

NB. NOW FULLY SUBSCRIBED!! The PBKA is holding a skep making course on Saturday 27th April in the Green Barn at Scolton, for PBKA members only. We only have a few spaces available however on a strictly first come first served basis, so if you are interested, please let me know asap. If we can't … Continue reading NOW FULLY SUBSCRIBED – Skep Making Course – Saturday 27th April at Scolton Manor