Beekeeper Taster Day

The programme for the afternoon will be:

Two group sessions which will cover the many different aspects of beekeeping, including:

The beekeeping year

Setting up an apiary

Bee Behaviour and the role of the Beekeeper.

The equipment required

How honey is extracted and then processed ready for sale.

The afternoon will culminate in a hands-on experience of opening up Beehives and looking inside at what the bees are doing.

At the end of the afternoon participants will be given a ‘Goody Bag’ of honey, wax and items of Beekeeping things. A Certificate of Attendance will also be given to participants.

Full length protective bee suits will be provided.

We request that you bring along your wellies or boots that protect the ankles.

You should wear a long-sleeved top and stout trousers

Any person under the age of 18 on the day must be accompanied by an Adult for the whole afternoon.