- Honey ShowUse this as the new Post: Free Honey Tasting at the 2026 EDBKA Honey Show Join us for our 2026 Honey Show at Wimborne Community Centre. Enjoy free honey tasting, fascinating displays and a warm welcome from local beekeepers. Children are very welcome too. Pop in for a few minutes or stay for tea and …
- Spring’s Buzzing in Dorset
Spring at East Dorset Beekeepers: Growth, Community and a Buzzing Season Ahead Spring is well underway at East Dorset Beekeepers’ Association, bringing with it renewed energy, growing membership, and a strong start to the beekeeping season. Firstly, we welcome Ellie as our new Apiary Co-ordinator, who is already bringing great organisation and enthusiasm to the … - BBKA Basic AssessmentThe BBKA Basic Assessment is ideal if you have managed at least one colony of bees for over 12 months. This is because the assessment covers the basic things which all beekeepers should know. The Assessment consists of four parts. The pass mark is 50% in each part. The first part is a practical assessment …
- BBKA Basic Assessment CongratulationsCongratulations to our members on completing the BBKA Basic Assessment! This is a fantastic achievement and a real milestone in any beekeeper’s journey. For some, it began with the training course. For others, it all started with a swarm. Firstly, the Basic Assessment is open to beekeepers who have managed bees for at least one …
- EDBKA Quiz Night 2025Don’t miss this fun evening to socialise with other East Dorset Beekeepers. If you do not have a team then please let Chris know and we are sure we will be able to put you in touch with a colony!
- Honeybee SwarmsMay and June are the peak season for honey bee swarms. But what should you do? Read on to see how we can help. If you see the marvellously natural sight of thousands of bees flying through the air, this is swarming. Eventually they may choose to alight in your favourite tree or garden bush. …
East Dorset Beekeepers Association
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