Introduction to Skep Beekeeping Course

9th August 2020 run by Bees for Develpoment at Ragmans Lane Farm

Time: 9.30am - 4pm

Learn why, where and how it might be done.

A concise, one day course on the art of skep beekeeping. Participants will learn about the history of skeps, referencing some of the old master skeppists, their varying styles of skeps and systems of management.

The course will include hands-on sessions with artefacts and tools and techniques. Mysteries will be be revealed concerning different shelters, floors and stands; spleets, snecks and garts; bennets, laps and litches and more. We will discuss best practice, harvest and health, enjoying indoor theory and outdoor practical sessions within the beautiful setting of Ragmans Lane Farm.

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