About Leek & Moorlands Beekeepers

Meet other local Beekeepers to discuss the art and craft of this fascinating hobby!
IMPORTANT Read This: Terms of Attendance everyone attending the apiary must accept the following:

• the apiary is a trip hazard as it is on rough ground with access down uneven steps, so is only suitable for those who are safe on such terrain
• you run the risk of bee stings anywhere in or near the apiary, and you should not attend the apiary if you are allergic to bee stings
• if you use our protective equipment (eg bee suits), it is your responsibility to ensure it is in good repair and bee proof (report any damage); you should wear bee proof, loose-fitting trousers and bee proof footwear such as wellingtons
• seek assistance from others to ensure you are free of bees before removing suits and leaving the apiary; ensure you do not take followers down the lane
• you should not wear perfumes or scented deodorants
• bee disease risk - do not use your own hive tools or gloves (we provide them)
• you must follow the instructions of the apiary team leaders
• take care with fire when using smokers: if using the blow torch ensure no-one is nearby and extinguish it immediately after use; keep your veil away from naked flames as they are flammable and can cause serious burns; ensure that no burning material blows out of the smoker; empty used fuel into the metal bin and put on the lid; keep water nearby
• be aware that hazardous substances are used in the apiary (particularly acetic, formic and oxalic acids) and these must only be handled by authorised personnel
• if you feel unwell you must notify a team leader and move away from the hives to the steps
• it is your responsibility to obtain manual handling training, as mishandling heavy hive parts can cause injuries
• children should not attend without the express prior permission of the event organiser, and a parent/guardian must be present at all times

Those who are new to beekeeping must contact the organiser to make arrangements for their first visit to the apiary.