By Kirit Gordhandas This year’s report begins with an important request: I am looking for someone to take over the role of Webmaster. Unfortunately, I am no longer able to continue in an active beekeeping role, as I am caring for an elderly relative whose health has significantly deteriorated. Our…
Emley Show 2024
The Emley Show is always a highlight of the beekeeping calendar, taking place each year on the first Saturday in August. It’s a wonderful opportunity to bring together beekeepers, honey lovers, and the wider public in a vibrant celebration of rural life and craftsmanship. This year was extra special for…
World Bee Day 2024 at Thornes Park | WPBKA
On Sunday 19 May 2024, members of Wakefield and Pontefract Beekeepers Association joined the celebrations for World Bee Day at Thornes Park. The event, organised by Mindful Movers, brought together local community groups including the Wakefield College Horticultural Team and Open Country, creating a vibrant showcase of nature, wellbeing, and…
Planting Roots: Celebrating 150 Years of the BBKA at Wakefield Apiary
After years of negotiation with Wakefield Council, we were delighted to move into our new apiary site two years ago – a milestone that marked a fresh chapter for Wakefield Beekeepers Association. Since then, the site has become the beating heart of our association: a place where beginners learn the…