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Introduction to Beekeeping 1 day course Ł85 (No VAT) per person

For total beginners or anyone wanting to try something different!

Dates: You chose

(As there no fixed dates, please request your desired date on the booking form and we'll do our best to accommodate you)

Location: Warslow / Hulme End (Staffordshire) Peak District

Description: For total beginners or anyone wanting to refresh their knowledge or simply for people who want to try something different.. This 1 day course focuses on the practicalities of starting on your beekeeping journey. Important theoretical knowledge is covered in the morning. Practical skills and bee manipulation takes place in the afternoon at our local apiary in the afternoon. If the weather is too inclement to open a hive, we can split the course into 2 half days.

All safety equipment and hive tools are provided but feel free to bring your own gear if you have it. You can bring your own lunch if you wish or have a lovely home cooked one at the Old Railway Station in Hulme End.

All courses unless stated otherwise take place at the following locations:

THEORY at The "Old Toll House", Hulme end, SK17 0EX

This beautiful building was built in 1790 and served as a toll house for the bridge next to it. It was falling into disrepair until the present owner lovingly restored it paying particular attention to respecting the character of the area.

The Old Toll House (Hulme End)

PRACTICE at our own Apiaries located in Warslow

These apiaries were started over 50 years ago by Old Fred. They provide the ideal site for studying bees in total tranquillity surrounded by nothing but beautiful countryside.

Following an enjoyable day, students might like to share a glass of wine with tutor and Bon Viveur Olivier, in one of our many Peak District pubs. Olivier grew up in France (Alsace and Vosges Mountains) and as a native Frenchman is always happy to discuss the topic of wine!

Health and Safety: Bees do sting. There is a small possibility , although not usual, of receiving a bee sting.

The course will involve walking over open land, exposure to the smoke used to control bees and some heavy lifting.

If you have an ongoing medical condition of any kind you are advised to seek medical advice before joining this course.

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