Welcome to our dedicated Teaching Apiary—a hands-on environment designed to build confidence and excellence in beekeeping. Whether you are a new starter or a seasoned keeper looking to refine your technique, our sessions provide a supportive space to learn among peers.
What to Expect
Our programme runs every Sunday from April 26th through August 9th (weather permitting). Each session focuses on a specific study topic, ensuring a comprehensive look at the beekeeping calendar.
The primary aim of the apiary is to help members brush up on their practical skills. We place a strong emphasis on preparing members for the BBKA Basic Assessment, covering everything from colony health checks to swarm management.
Who Can Attend?
The Teaching Apiary is open to all members of the Ipswich & East Suffolk branch. It is a fantastic opportunity to get "hands-on" with the bees under the guidance of experienced mentors.
Location & Schedule
When: Sundays, April 26th – August 9th
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Where: The Ipswich & East Suffolk BKA - Teaching Apiary at Wherstead Park IP9 2BJ
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Join a Session
To ensure we have the right ratio of mentors to students, we ask all members to book their spot in advance.
Note: Please remember to bring your clean beesuit and footwear. If you need to borrow equipment, please let us know via the sign-up form.
Date
Subject
Details
Sign-up Sheet
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Wk 1 - Setting up an Apiary
How to set up an apiary and what precautions should be taken to avoid your honeybees being a nuisance to beekeepers, neighbours, and livestock.Describe the possible effects of honeybee stings on humans and able to recommend suitable first aid treatment.
An elementary account of the development of queens, workers, and drones in the honeybee colony. State the periods spent by the female castes and the drone in the four stages of their life (egg, larva, pupa, and adult).
Learn about the local flora from which honey bees gather pollen and nectar. What is nectar? How is it collected, brought back to the hive, and is converted into honey? Learn about the importance of Pollen, water and propolis.
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