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Romsey District, including the lower Test Valley south from Broughton and Stockbridge and eastwards to Chandlers Ford,
provides a wide variety of forage for our bees.
Field beans, oilseed rape and some linseed are now being grown particularly in the Kings Somborne area and on the Broadlands estate south of Romsey, while sainfoin and clover are still occasionally seen.
The cultivated home gardens of Romsey and the villages play a leading role in our honey production helped by the many varieties of nectar and pollen producing trees in the area.
Field beans, oilseed rape and some linseed are now being grown particularly in the Kings Somborne area and on the Broadlands estate south of Romsey, while sainfoin and clover are still occasionally seen.
The cultivated home gardens of Romsey and the villages play a leading role in our honey production helped by the many varieties of nectar and pollen producing trees in the area.
What we do
During the summer we attend various village fetes with an educational display and hive products for sale.
Winter meetings take place from October to March on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 in King John's House, Romsey (next to the Post Office).
From April to September we organise visits to members' apiaries. Please check our 'Events' page for details of our winter meetings and summer visits.
Winter meetings take place from October to March on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 in King John's House, Romsey (next to the Post Office).
From April to September we organise visits to members' apiaries. Please check our 'Events' page for details of our winter meetings and summer visits.
New to beekeeping in our area?
If you are about to start beekeeping in the Romsey area there are many reasons why you should join us!
- All members receive our monthly newsletter, containing much practical information at local, national and international level
- New beekeepers have access to experienced local beekeepers whose knowledge totals several centuries and who are pleased to share advice!
- Experienced beekeepers new to this area will already know of the benefits of belonging to the local association
- RBKA owns specialised equipment for the processing of honey and wax for free loan to members
- Membership of any local group always includes membership of the British Beekeeping Association and insurance cover
- Click to find out more about joining Romsey & District Beekeepers
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Swarms - what to do
- Don't panic
- Don't disturb it
- Keep away
- Seek advice
