Spring is definitely here at last – the bluebells are out in the woods, which is always a lovely sign of the season ahead!We’ve carried out our first hive inspection, and it’s great to report that the colonies which made it through the winter are doing really well. They’re building up fast...
Happy New Year to all! Our Christmas dinner at The White Horse Bilsington was thoroughly enjoyed and thanks to everyone involved in making it such a great evening. In the apiary our colonies are on and off clustering due to the unseasonal weather from being warm and then cold. Stores are...
Beekeeping has been very busy and alot has happened over the past two months. At last weeks AGM, Robert Clifton-Holt was voted in as our Chair. He is already in full operational mode being diplomatic over our hut roof and the boundary fence.Hilary Epps was voted in for events manager. She's in...
With temperatures nearly 30ºC, the bees have not been enjoying the heat. They have been desperately searching for water as they have no way of storing it. Shallow dishes with pebbles/stones for stepping stones are required, although the recent rain showers would have helped immensely. Nearly...
I've been busy at the apiary mowing grass , improving my driveway and getting things ready for this season. Bees have been highly active and training courses have taken up a fair amount of my time. Most of the clubs hives now have supers added. The long Hive is ready for splitting for the...
