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The Chelmsford Division meetings are
often held on
the third Monday of each month at the
Link
Hall, Methodist Church, Rainsford Road, Chelmsford CM1
2XB
(opposite the County Hotel).
During the summer, some meetings are replaced by events: please check below or on the home page for latest details.
The hall is opposite the Chelmsford
County Hotel and about 2 minutes' walk from the Railway
Station. Meetings start at 7.30pm and we will do our best
to
make you feel welcome.
A list of events and meetings we are
planning to hold is shown below.
Other beekeeping events you
may find interesting during 2012 can be found
here
Chelmsford
Division Events 2011
For queries or further
information contact Jean 07731856361
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Monday February 20th |
Start The Season |
This meeting will cover what we should be doing
during February and March to help our bees
give their best.
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March 19th
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Honey processing -from the hive to the honey jar |
A step by step guide including Hygiene and honey
regulations |
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April 16th
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Re-queening and swarm control |
When should we requeen a swarm? Looking for signs
of swarming |
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May 21st
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Chelmsford Auction of surplus bee equipment |
Come along for fun and bargains (No bees) |
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June 18th |
Preparing for the shows |
Hints and tips on what the judges might be looking
for.
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June Date TBA
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Apiary tour |
A round robin event. An excellent opportunity for
you to have your colonies inspected
professionally.
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June Date TBA |
Garden meeting with honey tasting |
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August 20th |
Preparing our bees for winter |
Making our bees comfortable and giving us peace of
mind.
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September 17th |
An assortment of experiences from our new beekeepers. |
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October 15th |
A follow up from last month |
Discussing the issues raised.
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November 19th |
Divisional Supper |
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