Welcome to the Taunton Branch of Somerset Beekeepers Association Charity.
We have a modern, purpose-built clubhouse next to our own teaching apiary situated between Taunton and Wellington. We run courses, hold lectures, demonstrations and support members through our mentor and support network and of course enjoying time together talking bees at our regular Bee chat sessions.
We have a modern, purpose-built clubhouse next to our own teaching apiary situated between Taunton and Wellington. We run courses, hold lectures, demonstrations and support members through our mentor and support network and of course enjoying time together talking bees at our regular Bee chat sessions.
2024 beekeeping Beginners courseThe beginners course will start on 14th February 2024 at the Branch's training apiary, Heatherton Park, starting at 7.30pm. We start the classroom training with theory sessions, and as the warmer weather arrives, saturday practical sessions start. Over the years, the Branch's training team volunteers have built a beginners' training programme that encompasses the full beekeeping year. For information about places contact tauntonbeginners@somersetbeekeepers.org.uk. Places on our beginners training course is by allocation only. |
Taunton Branch EventsNewslettersClick the button below to see the latest newsletter and an archive of previous newsletters.
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Honey bee swarmsHave you seen or have a swarm of honey bees that you would like us to help you remove? Look on our swarm collection page here |
Contact Taunton branch
President Michael Clark |
Chairman Mike Dillon |
Secretary Julie Husband |
Treasurer Robin Rees |
Membership Secretary Angela Sterrett |
Training & Beginners’ Co-ordinator Janet Piper |
Apiary Team Andrew Perry |
Equipment Hire for 2020 Mike Dillon or Andrew Perry |