Beginners' Course
Registration for the 2025 beginners course has now closed.
To be added to the distribution for the 2026 course, please contact: education@chalfontsbeekeepers.co.uk
The course is primarily aimed at people considering becoming a beekeeper, but is open to anyone with an interest in honey bees. The people who run the course are all experienced, enthusiastic volunteers who give their time freely.
The course consists of six classroom sessions plus practical sessions at our club apiary, designed to give you an understanding of the theory and practice of beekeeping.
The aim of the course is to equip you with sufficient knowledge and confidence to begin your beekeeping journey. We always advise that you spend time in the club training apiary putting theory into practice with live bees and considering equipment options, before acquiring your first colony.
The training apiary provides an ongoing facility for beginners to gain experience handling bees and learn commonly used beekeeping manipulations, under the guidance of experienced beekeepers.
The course includes:
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6 classroom sessions
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Practical sessions at our apiary
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Membership of Chalfonts Beekeepers' Society, Bucks County Beekeepers Association and the British Beekeepers Association
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Insurance for up to 3 hives
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A copy of “The Haynes Bee Manual” the complete step by step guide to keeping bees
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In addition to monthly meetings, the Club’s facilities are also at your disposal, including a library of beekeeping books, equipment rental, discounts on equipment purchases, and practical support.
For any questions regarding the course please contact education@chalfontsbeekeepers.co.uk