Sponsored by Belectric, Eden Renewables, Wadworth Beer and Corsham Print, this is a fantastic day out for people thinking about taking up beekeeping, as well as old hands who want to learn a whole lot more. Incorporates the County Honey Show.
Location: The Devizes Corn Exchange, Market Place, Devizes SN10 1HS.
- Talks on beekeeping, pollinators and the environment and how to get started in beekeeping
- The annual county honey show
- Candle rolling – perfect for Christmas presents
- Exploring inside a virtual hive
- Honey beer tasting courtesy of Wadworth brewery
- Mead tasting
- Exhibitors offering bee related food, drinks, gifts and products as well as beekeeping kit.
Talks:
- 10.00-11.00 Steve Riley: The honey bee solution to varroa – a practical guide for beekeepers
- 11.30-12.30 Kate Graydon: Why do bees behave the way that they do?
- 13.00-13.30 Richard Rickitt: Thinking of becoming a beekeeper? How to get started
- 14.00-15.00 Richard Oliver: Honeybee drones