Wimbledon Beekeepers' Association
A Division of the Surrey Beekeepers' Association
'The course was excellent value for money. I really appreciate the time and effort put in by the trainers. I cannot praise them too highly.'
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Over the last 15 years a number of new members have taken up the craft after attending our very popular courses.
They are designed for both those who are interested in starting beekeeping and those who just wish to know more about bees
*** Beekeeping for Beginners 2022 ***
This course is now full!
Please see our Taster Days below.
A 10-week course offering an insight into honey bees, their life cycle and their place in the environment.
Also, 'hands on' experience and knowledge of hive products.
Theory sessions 7:30pm
Monday 28th Feb Introduction & Biology
Monday 7th March Association evening
Monday 14th March Equipment & Tools
Monday 21st March Disease & Hygiene
Monday 28th March Colony Management
Monday 4th April Association evening
Monday 11th April Swarm Prevention
Monday 18th April Easter Monday
Monday 25th April Recapping – Planning Apiary Visit
Sunday 1st May Apiary practical
Sunday 8th May Apiary practical
Sunday 15th May Apiary practical
Sunday 22nd May Apiary practical
Cost £230
***A full beesuit and gloves will be provided,
please wear a pair of stout shoes or wellington boots for the practical sessions***
Please note: In case of inclement weather we reserve the right to cancel for the bees’ protection
For more information, please email: courses@wimbledonbeekeepers.co.uk
*** Beekeeping Taster Days ***
Saturday 18th June 2022 - FULL!
10:30 - 14:00 (approx.)
or
Saturday 16th July 2022 - LAST FEW PLACES LEFT!
10:30 - 14:00 (approx.)
Cost £55
(includes a jar of Wimbledon Beekeepers' Association honey)
Please use the Application Form button above to book
What goes on in the mysterious world of the beehive?
With guidance from Wimbledon Beekeepers’ Association’s beekeepers, you will have the opportunity to take a look inside a hive and discover the fascinating craft of beekeeping.
The session will consist of a practical introduction into the world of the honey bee and experience some of the various tasks a beginner needs to master. You’ll be able to see inside a hive, hold a frame with honey bees on and get to know if beekeeping is something for you.
Some of the basic beekeeping skills you will learn are:
- Examine hive parts and how they all go together
- An introduction to some of the equipment beekeepers use
- Wearing a bee suit, using a smoker and the hive tool
- Help opening a hive and remove frames for inspection
- Look and identify the different castes of bee i.e. queen, worker and drone
- Find the queen (hopefully!) and recognise the difference between honey stores and brood
- Understand about the management of disease and pests
***A full beesuit and gloves will be provided but please wear a pair of stout shoes or wellington boots***
Please note: In case of inclement weather we reserve the right to cancel for the bees’ protection
For more information, please email: courses@wimbledonbeekeepers.co.uk
All courses will be held at:
Our Teaching Apiary
in
Morden Hall Park
Morden Hall Road
Morden
London SM4 5JD
near Morden Station on the Northern Line Underground