Bee Experiences at Eve's Hill Farm

Eve's Hill Farm is the perfect location for our Bee Experiences.   Situated at Booton, just outside Reepham, Eve's Hill Farm is 100 hectare mixed family farming business run by Jeremy and Kathryn Buxton. Their focussing is  on the principles of regenerative agriculture.    As well as livestock, Jeremey and Kathryn have expanded the business to include a glamping site, farm shop, dog field and seasonal markets, focussing on the best local producers.   You can find out more about the farm by going to www.eveshill.uk

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Our Bee Experience!

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Come and immerse yourself in the wonderful world of bees.   Our bee experience days will give you an insight into these fascinating creatures.  If you're just curious about bees, or are thinking of taking up beekeeping, our fun and interactive sessions are for you!   Your session will last approximately 2 hours and we'll cover the following: 
 

• A introduction to the workings of a beehive including the lifecycle and the tasks they perform.

• The importance of bees to our ecosystem 

• How bees make honey

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You will then have the opportunity to get into a bee suit and up close with the bees.  You'll have the opportunity to inspect a frame to look for eggs and larvae and of course locate the queen!

After the hive inspection you will have the opportunity to learn about different types of honey and of course, try a sample or two! 

 

Bee Experience FAQ's

How do I book?  Please go to our Eventbrite booking page to book your session.  

 

What should I bring? Please bring proof of booking.  We will provide a beesuit and gloves.   You will need to bring sensible, fully enclosed footwear.   Wellies are ideal and walking boots are also a good option.  Trainers/canvas shoes will not be suitable.   Please also wear long trousers and a long-sleeved top to wear under the beesuit.   There are changing facilities at the farm if you need to use them. 

Who is the experience suitable for?   Our bee experience is suitable for young and old.   Please note anyone one under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult (one adult per child). 

Will I get stung? You will be well protected with our beesuit and gloves and our bees have a nice calm temperament.  However, if you are allergic to stings, this is not the right experience for you.   

Will the weather affect the session?  We will avoid postponing sessions wherever possible and are geared up for poorer weather.   Please see below our terms and conditions in the event of postponement.   

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 Bee Experience Terms and Conditions

 

Cancellations & Refunds

 

We endeavour to be flexible and accommodate your requirements.  Our general cancellation and refund policy is outlined below. This helps us to ensure event bookings run smoothly, places are not wasted and our customers have the best access to our events. We appreciate things can something happen at short notice - please contact us if this is case and we will do our best to help. 

In general, however:

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• Bee Experience vouchers should be used by the date to which they are valid.

• KK Bees staff may, at their discretion extend vouchers (but please try to use them during their allotted period, to avoid disadvantaging other customers).

• Once booked, experiences can be cancelled/rescheduled up to 10 days before the event.

• Experiences cancelled/rescheduled less than 10 days before the event are subject to an admin fee of £5, They, may the discretion of KK Bees staff, be rescheduled.

• Failure to turn up on the day is treated as a ‘no show’ and the place is forfeited without refund

 

Postponement

Beekeeping is weather dependant, and whilst we will do everything to ensure our experiences go ahead, there may be occasions when we have to postpone due to unsuitable weather conditions.  We aim to give us much notice as possible, but please be aware we may have to postpone on the day itself.   We will offer an alternative date and refunds will not be given until further dates have been explored.   KK Bees is not liable for any losses incurred as a result of postponement, even when postponement is on the day.  By purchasing a Bee Experience you understand that the event is weather dependent and may get cancelled at short notice.  

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