Ormskirk and Croston Beekeepers

08/06/2026

The weather didn't stop the candidates turning out for the healthy bee assessment practical session today. Thank you Tony Lee, Martin Smith and of course Graham Hull for his expert photography from behind the bushes 😆

20/05/2026

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Happy World Bee Day 🐝

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Celebrated each year on 20th May.

15/05/2026

Whilst we can't predict the weather, we can predict that the open day at our Aughton Apiary on bank holiday Monday will be a success!

Always a good turn out, there is honey, bee based products like soap, lip balm and more on sale, candle rolling, an observation hive, and of course the opportunity to talk bees!

All are welcome!

When: 25th May 2026, 11am until 2pm

Where: Aughton Apiary, Town Green Lane, L39 6SF

24/04/2026

As we head towards the warmer weather, people may ask who to contact to collect or remove a swarm of bees. The best thing to do is direct someone to this website so they can find someone local, competent and able to safely remove them 🐝 🐝 🌼 🌸 🌻

If the bees have been identified as honey bees you can enter your postcode to find our nearest volunteer swarm collectors.

11/04/2026

And we're off! Have fun everyone and feel free to tag us in any photos or posts over the weekend 😀😀

10/04/2026

Who's excited for the weekend? Anyone booked on to the introduction to beekeeping course, make sure you check your emails today for the reminder of venue and times. Can't wait to meet you all there!

07/02/2026

There are still a few places left on this year's introduction to beekeeping course. If you are just starting out or are simply curious about bees and beekeeping, it's an excellent way to learn more. Drop us a comment below if you are interested in signing up

02/02/2026

Don’t forget our February meeting is tomorrow night (Tues 3rd) at Ormskirk Church Hall, Church Road, Ormskirk. As always there’s free parking in Stiles car park, L39 3RN
This months meeting we have David & Emma from Buckleys Bees talking about Queen rearing and breeding your own queens. This fantastic Father and Daughter duo have over 80 years experience in beekeeping between them with a focus on sustainably reversing the decline in the native honeybee population. This is going to be a meeting you definitely don’t want to miss!
See you all there 🐝
Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start.

28/01/2026

February's winter meeting is Tuesday 3rd Feb and it promises to be a good one. David and Emma of Buckleys Bees will be talking about queen rearing and breeding your own queens.

New beekeepers booked on the April introduction are of course welcome!

Venue: Ormskirk Church Hall, Church Road Ormskirk. Free parking in Stiles Car Park, Derby St West, Ormskirk L39 3RN. Doors open at 7pm for refreshments and a chat with a prompt start at 7.30pm

20/01/2026

Looking for local honey? Check out this link 🍯

Local honey:  made by nature and bottled by beekeepers.  Use our map to find out where you can buy local honey. Local honey is unique: it's taste reflects the flowers, landscapes and seasons around you.  Buying from local beekeepers keeps your food miles low and helps support the bees...