Nestled in cities and places across the country are passionate bee educators that represent the interests of beekeepers and beekeeping. These volunteers help run local beekeepers’ associations. Beekeeping Associations My local beekeeping association has been one of the main sources of information and practical tips that I have turned too when seeking guidance and advice on my beekeeping journey. My journey to getting bees has been long. I have been...
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Is Irish heather honey the new super honey?
My cupboard is brimming with Irish honey. I am married to an Irishman and we frequently go back to Ireland...
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Still your mind and look for Bees
As well as enjoying eating different types of honey, it is easy to develop a profound appreciation for bees. Not...
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Letters to a Beekeeper
“Letters to a Beekeeper” is a delightful book for anyone interested in beekeeping, bees, gardening or indeed letters. The book...
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What happens to bees in winter?
With summer behind us, many of you may be wondering what happens to the bees when winter arrives. Below is...
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Why Choose Beeswax Candles?
Beeswax candles provide a soft yellow ambient glow, which is lovely to bask in. We have recently made our first...
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The Beauty of Beeswax Candles
Beeswax candles are beautiful, the wax is created by bees and it is 100% natural and chemical free. Beeswax candles...
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The Joy of Bees: A Gastronomic Honey Tasting
As a honey lover when I heard that an immersive experiential art installation centred around bees and gastronomic honey tasting was...
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Bees hive inspection at teaching apiary in London
A lovely day inspecting the hives at a teaching apiary near Wandsworth Road, London (as part of the London Beekeepers’...
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Honey from Mile End Cemetery
I was delighted to be introduced to James Gotts, one of Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park (THCP) Beekeepers (there are four...
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Baking with a multi-floral honey from County Wexford
I picked up a golden jar of honey from the beekeeper J.Wallace of Horeswood, Campile, Wexford last time I was...