Ashford Beekeeping Association has been formed by many likeminded individuals who share a passion for the craft of beekeeping. The Ashford Club is a branch of the Kent Beekeepers Association, which is an affiliated member of the BBKA (British Beekeepers Association).
The Club was first formed in 1919 and it held it's first AGM meeting in 1920; at which time there were a total of 40-Club members.
Today, the Club meet once a month throughout the year during the first weekend of the month from April to September. (see join us page)
The aim of the Club is to promote the best beekeeping practices and to encourage and assist members to take up the craft, whilst striving to educate members of the public with regards to the importance of protecting honeybees for our future on this planet.
The Ashford Club has it's own apiary which is located at Cheesemans Green, Nr Ashford, Kent, which is where the meetings are held throughout the summer months. The club meets which are held during the winter, take place at St Marys Hall in Kennington.
The members of the Ashford Club live in and around the locality of Ashford, Kent and are from different ages and backgrounds. New club members are always welcome.
The Club offers many opportunities for members to take part in activities including raffles, informative talks, practicals in the Club Apiary which are supported by the Club Wardens, a yearly exchange with German Beekeepers and much more.
The Ashford Club website is sponsored by Ark Birds and Bees Kent, which is one of Kents Main Suppliers of quality beekeeping equipment, supplies, tuition, educational books and protective clothing.
This website has been created by DBH Business Consultancy & Support Services and is sponsored by Ark Birds and Bees Kent. www.arkbirdsandbeeskent.co.uk
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