First photo is of Sorin Mercioniu, who first spotted and reported the sighting, eating his bees. The second photo is the sycamore tree where found (about 20m up) and the third photo is nest (about 2m wide). Location Bentley, Essex. Nest has subsequently been destroyed.

Bee Taster Days – 27th June / 5th July A great experience for potential newbie beekeepers!

2026 New Beekeepers’ Course Inspecting the bees….searching for the queen, brood, honey and pollen stores etc. All part of the regime of hive inspections. Our 2026 course has now come to an end and hopefully our 12 students will go on to keep their own bees. If you are interested in attending a course, then

Swarm transitioning A good swarm transitioning into its new home

The Romford Honey Show is being held on Saturday 15 October 2022. To enter, you need to return an entry form – see below or the September magazine – no later than Thursday 13 October. If you’re not sure what categories you might enter, take a look at the 2022 schedule to see which ones may

To enter, you need to return an entry form – see below or the September magazine – no later than Thursday 14 October. If you’re not sure what categories you might enter, take a look at the 2021 schedule to see which ones may suit you best. Forms may be handed in at the October meeting

There is still just enough time to enter yourself into Romford Beekeepers’ beekeeping Oscars – the Romford Honey Show. The show takes place on Saturday 12 October at The Ascension Church, Collier Row Road, Collier Row, RM5 2BA. All exhibits must be checked in ** BEFORE 2.00 PM ** on the day correctly labeled for the judging.