Four-part introductory course to beekeeping. Runs weekly on Thursday: 9/7, 16/7, 23/7, 30/7. Ticket price includes all 4 sessions.
Over four online sessions, you will be introduced to the world of honey bees. Topics covered include:
- How to narrow-down 267 UK bee species into three categories.
- The different types of honey bee, the job roles they have both in and outside the hive and what makes a successful colony.
- The structure of a beehive and how it works in harmony with both the bees and the beekeeper.
- The role of a beekeeper.
- Honey bees and pollination: one small flower for bees, one giant feast for mankind!
- And much more… including quick, practical tips you can follow at home to create a better environment for our buzzers.
The sessions will run once a week via Zoom, so you can learn all about bees from the comfort of your living room! No previous experience required. Safe and inclusive space for you to learn, have fun and ‘bee’ happy!