Beekeeping Courses

Interested in being a beekeeper?

We run an exciting introductory course each year for those in the Basingstoke and surrounding areas to learn how to get started as a beekeeper.

Introduction to our beekeeping course

This is an informal, non-examination course where no previous knowledge or experience is required. The programme is being revised and is to be confirmed, but it is expected that it will be four whole days spread over the months from April to July/August, most likely on a Saturday.  It will combine morning theory sessions followed up by practical handling of bees at our training apiary in the afternoon.

Beekeeping course aims

• An understanding of the ecological and economic importance of the honeybee
• The basic theoretical knowledge required for the meaningful examination and successful management of a colony of honeybees
• The practical skills necessary to handle bees with confidence

Would you like to know more about becoming a beekeeper?

The beekeeping course taught by our Association is aimed at new and hobbyist beekeepers. If you are new to beekeeping or have been keeping bees but not attended a course, this is an ideal opportunity to learn a little more about beekeeping, to make you a more successful beekeeper and to help make your beekeeping a more pleasant experience.

Details of the 2026 course will be shown here when confirmed.