Beekeeping & Wildlife Supplies, Cornwall, South West UK

Last Order Date for Christmas Delivery: Saturday 14 December. Orders made after this date will be processed after we re-open 2 January.

Beekeeping Course, Beginners Practical (per person)

£60.00

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Product Description
An introduction to honey bees and beekeeping with a professional beekeeper.
Learn how to start keeping bees or just enjoy the unique experience of discovering the hidden world of the honey bee set in the beautiful landscape of Cornwall.
Bee hives and equipment will be explained as well as a practical demonstration of inspecting honey bee colonies - all you need to get started beekeeping.
This is provisionally held every Saturday, 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm throughout the active beekeeping season from April to August inclusive. See Important Notes below.
We post a Gift Card (included in the price) as a ticket for this course which can then be used on any date. We are unable to take payment on the day.

Important Notes: Terms and Conditions.
  • Naturally, this is dependent on suitable weather (dry with wind <10mph and temp >16ºC) so dates are confirmed when the weather forecast permits - the next available date will be shown below so bookmark this page and visit again for weekly updates. Otherwise use the Ask a Question button below to contact us.
  • We will notify by e-mail, those that have paid, with the next available date when that has been confirmed. Ensure you check your junk/spam folder.
  • Attendees must reply to that e-mail to confirm attendance, we will give directions in reply (the location is not published on this website).
  • Full protective clothing is provided on loan included in the price.
  • Attendees must bring or wear their own suitable footwear (wellington boots).
  • Attendees must wear trousers - dresses or skirts are not suitable.
  • Children (under 18) must be accompanied by an adult. This course is not suitable for children under 12.
  • Attendees must be aware that bees can sting.
  • Attendees must be aware that bee hives are sited in a field without facilities.
  • Dogs are not permitted.
Next available date: TO BE CONFIRMED