DO YOU WANT TO BE A BEEKEEPER?

The Frome Branch of the Somerset Beekeepers' Association is running it's annual course for complete beginners at the Frome Canoe Club, Cheese and Grain Car Park on the 20th Feb, 27th Feb, 5th Mar, 12th Mar and 19th Mar., followed by practical sessions in the Club apiary in West Woodlands.

For further information and to book, go to https://www.somersetbeekeepers.org.uk/frome-beginners...

No of Sessions: 5 (Followed by one or more practical apiary visits in April) 

Number on Course: 20 maximum

Course Fee: The fee for the course is £70 per person. There is a reduction of £10 if you already have our recommended book (see below) and a further £10 if you are already a member of the FBKA.

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Before you signup please read:

We run the course for those thinking of keeping bees themselves or helping someone else with their bees. Of course, this doesn't always work out for one reason or another but here are a few things to think about before signing up:

1. Bees are livestock. You need to make sure you have time to look after them properly.

2. It can cost in excess of £200-£300 to get started with a hive, protective equipment, bees etc

3. You will need a suitable place to keep your bees

4. You might need to source your own bees if there are no bee colonies available locally

5. Are you generally allergic to stings and bites? Beekeepers get stung, it is unavoidable. Are you happy about this?