Come and stay at Embercombe in Devon for an inspiring weekend learning about 'natural beekeeping' in topbar hives - a bee friendly way to have bees in your garden with the possibility of your own honey harvest, but without the expense and complications associated with commercial beekeeping equipment.

The course is facilitated by Phil Chandler the author of 'The Barefoot Beekeeper' and is hands-on and as experiential as the weather allows.

This course is suitable for novice to advanced beekeepers - whatever your level of experience this course will give you the confidence to build and manage your own top-bar hive following the principles of natural beekeeping.

There is the option to take away, in kit form, all the materials cut to size, for you to build your own top bar hive (this will have a separate cost of £175). We have also arranged a discount on beekeeping clothing with a local supplier.

£150 - cost includes facilitation, camping in the garden and all meals from Friday night to Sunday lunchtime. 

For more information contact clare@embercombe.co.uk or call 01647 252 983