Please note that due to unforeseen circumstances, this Sunday’s (11th September) apiary meeting for Beginners is cancelled. The next (and final) meeting of the season will be at the Pembrokeshire Beekeeping Centre at Scolton Manor, for both Beginners and Improvers on Sunday 18th September at 2pm; the day after the Honey Show. Apologies for any inconvenience.
Colonies short of food?
Following the poor summer and general lack of honey during the main flow, many beekeepers are reporting that their colonies are short of food. Could we therefore suggest as a matter of urgency, that you check your colonies for stores and if necessary put on feeders of syrup? Also, remember to check your colonies are … Continue reading Colonies short of food?
PBKA Honey Show
Would all members please note that the PBKA Honey Show will take place on Saturday 17th September at Scolton Manor, near Haverfordwest, so get your honey ready!! Further details to follow.
Excellent results at WBKA Basic Assessment
Ten PBKA members took the WBKA Basic Assessment on Sunday 21st August and we are delighted to report that all of the candidates passed with flying colours! The WBKA Basic Assessment consists of two elements, practical and theoretical, to demonstrate a good level of understanding of the management of bees. We would like to congratulate them all on … Continue reading Excellent results at WBKA Basic Assessment
Hives for sale
Five hives for sale (also 2 nucs) clean and in good condition, with an eke and contact feeder each, but no frames. £100 each. Also some honey buckets and jars. For further information contact Gloria on 01348 831467.
