MISSION

Short Beekeeping Course

HBC realises that many of you have busy lives at present and may not be able to give either the time or committment to become active beekeepers yourself right now. As most beekeeping courses in London last 8 weeks or more this prevents lots of people who have a general interest being able to learn anything about bees or seeing them working live.

HBC has put together a short custom course - lasting just two hours - where you will learn a few practical things about beekeeping and be able to see inside the hive - and lift a frame or two out if you want. We also use a variety of hives and equipment - some not seen anywhere else.

Drinks & biscuits will be available at the end of the course and there will be an opportunity to buy jars of fresh honey extracted from the hives.

Up to five people can attend each course which runs 11 - 1pm or 2 - 4 pm every Saturday or Sunday in August/September and you will be supervised by two experienced beekeepers. Beesuits and gloves are provided, and both men and women should wear outdoor shoes and trousers/jeans that you can tuck into your socks!

Location

HBC has a training apiary near Muswell Hill, North London. The bees are surronded by trees and kept at a discreet distance from the nearby gardeners who appreciate them being there as they pollinate all their flowers and vegetables.

The location is easy to access via public transport (tube & buses), and parking is easy too as the surrounding streets have neither parking meters or double yellow lines.

How do i register for a course?

If you would like to come on one of our short Introduction to Beekeeping courses click on the e mail link below the picture, provide your name and state which day and time slot you would like to attend. We shall confirm your booking or supply alternative dates( if the session is full), along with details of where to post your cheque for £25.

We look forward to seeing you while the sun is still shining!

Students in Action at HBC Apiary

Trainer Andy operates the HBC Solar Wax Melter

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