beekeeping class

website : https://beeconnection.co.uk/beekeeping_sessions/

email: hello@beeconnection.org

We keep group sizes to six people at a time, to ensure close guidance throughout. The session is paced around the bees, with a focus on calm handling, observation, and practical decision-making. Here’s how we will structure the day:

Morning (approx. 2 hours)

• We begin with tea and a relaxed introduction to the basics, including honeybee biology, essential equipment, and how to work safely with the bees.
• You’ll then head into the apiary for a guided demonstration of a hive inspection, learning how to identify different bees and understand their roles within the colony.
• We keep everything practical, so expect to see it demonstrated at the hive.

Lunch break

• Enjoy your packed lunch with the group.
• There’s also a café and a petrol station a 15-20 minute walk away if needed.

Afternoon (approx. 2 hours)

• A fully hands-on session working with live colonies.
• You’ll carry out your own hive inspections, under supervision, building confidence handling frames and reading what’s happening inside the hive.
• We finish the day with tea and a taste of some freshly acquired honey from the hives.
• You’ll have a chance to share your experiences, ask questions and explore beekeeping further. Our beekeeper will answer any questions you may have.

Important information

• Open-toed shoes, shorts, skirts, dresses, or leggings are not suitable.
• Avoid wearing perfume or cologne, as strong scents can upset the bees.
• If you have a known allergy to bee stings, please contact us before booking.

Key policies

• A minimum of 3 participants is required to run a session.
• Sessions may be rescheduled if weather or bee welfare prevents hive work.
• If we cancel a session, you will be offered a transfer to a different date or a full refund.
• If you cancel your session with more than one week’s notice, we can:
• • reschedule your ticket to a different date (subject to availability), or
  • refund you 80% of the booking value. Taking bookings involve upfront costs for us (e.g. booking system fees and site arrangements) that cannot be recovered.