European Foul Brood

European Foul Brood The NBU have alerted us that a case of EFB has been found within 2 miles of Locksbottom.   Please be aware and if you have any concerns, seek advice.  Please also remember to wear different gloves when visiting the Apiary.   © Orpington...
Apiary AGM 2026

Apiary AGM 2026

Apiary AGM 2026 The 54th AGM of the Orpington Bees Club will be held at the Orpington Apiary at High Elms on Saturday 11th July at 1pm.  This will be followed by a beekeeping session at approximately 2pm © Orpington Beekeepers 2000...
Petts Wood Fair

Petts Wood Fair

Petts Wood Fair Orpington Beekeepers had a stall at Petts Wood Fair on Monday 5 May.  Over 90 jars of honey were sold, many to return customers commenting on how much they had enjoyed the honey they had bought in previous years.  We had information about the Yellow...
Beekeeping Course 2025

Beekeeping Course 2025

  The Beekeeping course of 2025 consisted of 12 participants undertaking 6 beekeeping sessions over the season with two theory classroom sessions and 4 practical hands on sessions. © Orpington Beekeepers 2000...
Apiary Open Dates

Apiary Open Dates

The Apiary is open to members every Saturday from 4 April to 26 September 2026 from 2pm till 4pm with beekeeping starting at 2.30pm.  Visitors are welcome on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month from June onwards by prior arrangement (please contact the Apiary...