PBKA exciting new appointment for 2026!

January 31, 2026February 9, 2026 apiarymanager PBKA, PBKA Apiary, Scolton Beekeeping Centre, Stories of Interest, Training

On behalf of the PBKA Committee, I am delighted to announce the appointment of Committee member David Moore, to the position of 'Apiary Manager' at Scolton Manor. As PBKA members will know, I have been the Apiary Manager for over 15 years now and have decided that it is time to pass the apiary smoker … Continue reading PBKA exciting new appointment for 2026!

PBKA Beginners’ Beekeeping Course 2026

January 25, 2026February 9, 2026 apiarymanager Education & Training, Events, For Sale, PBKA, PBKA Apiary, PBKA Membership, Scolton Beekeeping Centre, Starting Beekeeping, Stories of Interest, Training

Please note that the PBKA Beginners Beekeeping Course, is being held this year on Saturday 14th March 2026 at Scolton Manor Park. This classroom based course is run by Pembrokeshire Beekeepers' Association (PBKA), and has been very popular over the years, giving many potential beekeepers the confidence to proceed to practical lessons with Pembrokeshire Beekeepers' Association (PBKA). If you are interested, or have … Continue reading PBKA Beginners’ Beekeeping Course 2026

NDB Short Course 2026

October 18, 2025October 13, 2025 apiarymanager Education & Training, Examinations, Training, WBKA

Dear Beekeepers Many apologies for omitting the link when I ioriginally sent this out. Please see below the link for information about and to enrol on an NDB Short Course aimed at Improver beekeepers to be held in Ruthin, Denbighshire on 20th and 31st May 2026. If interested you are advised to sign up early … Continue reading NDB Short Course 2026

Bee treatments and the recording of veterinary medicines

August 23, 2025August 23, 2025 apiarymanager Bee Health, Education & Training, Foul Brood Diseases, National Bee Unit, Nosema, PBKA, Pests, Starting Beekeeping, Stories of Interest, Training, Varroa

Beekeepers should regularly check their bees for signs of disease and infestations. Now is a good time to check and treat for Varroa, before Winter feeding commences. There are numerous permitted treatments available and you are required to keep records of treatment given. See below the advice given by the National Bee Unit (NBU). Record … Continue reading Bee treatments and the recording of veterinary medicines

Microscopy Course

August 7, 2025August 11, 2025 apiarymanager Training, WBKA

Dear Beekeeper Microscopy Course - An introduction to honey bee anatomy and dissection. Venue: Plas Dolerw, Newtown Date: 30 August 2025, 10 - 4 Cost £33 Tea and coffee provided but you are required to bring your own lunch Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/microscopy-for-beekeepers-honey-bee-anatomy-and-dissection-tickets-1507854656869?aff=oddtdtcreator We have a spare place on this course which is available to members. No … Continue reading Microscopy Course