Tag Archives: Skeps

Skep-making course

Posted on May 20, 2016 by

On Sunday four of us from our group joined others enrolled on a day course to learn skep-making – a traditional straw beehive either for keeping bees in or just for collecting swarms. Apparently the earliest known skep dates from Neolithic times! We … Continue reading →

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ONBG meeting, 27th June 2015

Posted on July 4, 2015 by

Ten beekeepers from across four counties gathered at Chris Parks’ unique apiary at his home, the beautiful and peaceful Acorn Education grove near Swindon, to view his skeps and log hives, and discuss ancient and modern styles of beekeeping.

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ONBG visit to Hampshire Natural Bees group

Posted on May 5, 2014 by

On 3rd May, six of us from ONBG (Ann, Paul, Peter, Linda, Mandy, and Sarah) visited the Hampshire Natural Bees group at the kind invitation of John Haverson, to forge relationships and cross-pollinate ideas. The venue was Sturts Farm, a … Continue reading →

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