Bees are vital for pollination in our orchards and gardens, honey and beeswax the wonderful product of their
hard work. Keeping bees, like keeping any livestock takes some know how. In the case of bees the equipment
and set up can be quite costly.
This workshop, run by Celia Smith and Mike Beecham of the Lincolnshire Beekeepers' Association, is an introduction or taster day for those who are interested in keeping bees and would like to know all that it entails.
You will discuss the best equipment, clothing, suppliers as well as talk about site, hives, bees and their life
span, disease and pests, harvesting and making honey as well how much time you need to dedicate to bee
keeping. If you decide beekeeping is something you would like to pursue Celia and Mike will be able to guide
you on your path.
dates: see 'book online' below
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arrive: |
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for a 10am prompt start |
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after the course finishes at 4pm |
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sent with course confirmation |
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pen
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if
you are vegan or have any food allergies, or any special needs |
price: |
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£50
Refundable up to two weeks prior to course (minus £20
admin fee)
No refunds for cancellations within two weeks of course
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lunch: |
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lunch is provided |
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the venue is a smallholding nestled in the Lincolnshire Wolds, where they grow vegetables, fruit and vines, and keep sheep, pigs, hens, guinea fowl and ducks |
