Shropshire Beekeepers’ Association works to promote the craft of beekeeping, supporting beekeepers and training new beekeepers to care for and enjoy our honey bee.
Beginners courses 2026
Our Beginners Courses are now open for booking – go to our Learning page for details
Taster Day 2026
If you want to try beekeeping to see what’s involved, book a place on our Taster Day. Details are on our Learning page.
Skep making course
Friday 7th November 10:00 – 17:00 Cost £90.00
Chris Park will be running the course for us. Chris runs the skep making courses at the BBKA Spring Convention and works with the charity Bees for Development, teaching skep making, mead making and skep-beekeeping.
The day will involve practical instruction on how to make a skep. Participants should be able to make about 1/3 of a skep and take away all the materials and tools and know-how to finish it off at home.
Participants will need to bring a pair of scissors, a bucket or basin for water and a waterproof apron or a pair of waterproof trousers. It will be for a maximum of 10 participants. To book your place go to our Learning page.
Winter talks
Simon The Beekeeper – My Journey So Far
Our winter talks are all about beekeeping – and are open to members and non-members. The first is being held on Monday 20th October 6.45pm, at the Trinity Centre SY3 9HF. Parking available nearby on Church Road. Refreshments available.
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