Somerton branch Beginners' Course 2027
After the success of our 2026 beginners' course there has already been a great deal of interest in our course for 2027.
Starting in February we will be running six weekly theory sessions at our clubhouse, 'The Bee Space', at our apiary in Downslade Lane, Upton, Long Sutton TA10 9NW.
These will be followed by six monthly sessions using our hives at the apiary to demonstrate the skills required for a beekeeper as the year progresses.
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The sessions will all start at 7.30pm on Wednesday evenings. Dates and topics for the sessions may change, but at present they are as follows:
February 17th 2027 - General Introduction - The overall picture
February 24th 2027 - Basic Entomology – All about bees
March 3rd 2027 - Equipment & Costs
March 10th 2027 - Principles of Bee Handling, Tools & Clothing
March 17th 2027 - Pests, diseases & predators
March 24th 2027 - Hive Products – Bee forage & Honey
Following on from the theory sessions we will hold 7 practical sessions at our apiary which are set to coincide with key events in the beekeeping season. These are somewhat weather dependent but are usually in the morning of the first Saturday of each month Full body bee suits are provided in most sizes.
Fees for the theory and practical sessions are yet to be set, but you can be assured that they will be value for money.
At the start of the practical course you will be assigned a mentor from our team who will help and advise you as you take your first steps.
One solid piece of advice - DON'T BUY ANYTHING YET. It could be that you end up with the wrong equipment, or go out on a limb with non standard stuff. That applies to bee-suits too, as we do a bulk purchase at sensible prices from one of the major manufacturers of good quality suits.
The practical course fee also includes associate membership of Somerton Beekeepers for the whole of 2027, so you will be able to attend all our other events during the year.
If you want to give this course to somebody as a birthday or Christmas present, we can send you a voucher and their copy of the Haynes Bee Manual or the BBKA Guide To Beekeeping (£4.50 extra p&p), so that they have something to unwrap on the day.
If you would like to join us then please fill in the application form and we will enrol you on the course:-
Application Form
(No commitment. You may cancel your enrolment at any time up until payment by simply emailing us).
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at [email protected].
