Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Oswestry Beekeepers' Association Beekeeping in Oswestry ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/) - Oswestry Beekeepers’ Association is a small and informal group of beekeepers based in and around Oswestry. - [Swarms](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/swarms/) - Swarms Please note we are unable to remove established bee colonies in buildings, structures, at heights and inaccessible locations that pose a safety risk to our members. Help If you spot a swarm, don't panic. Help is at hand. In the Oswestry area please contact one of our members below who will be happy to - [Events](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/events/) - Events Programme 2026 Members please note: For more details about the venue and to book yourself a place at the meeting, please contact Paul Jandrell on 07485 788039 Apiary Meetings - A £3.00 charge per person will be levied towards host's costs. Winter meetings - each talk will cost £2.00 (The AGM is free) Date - [Links](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/links/) - Beekeeping links For more information about beekeeping, see the following websites: British Bee Keeping Association Shropshire Beekeepers' Association Ludlow and District Beekeepers' Association Somerset Beekeeping Association List of Pollen Rich Flowers POLLEN RICH FLOWER LIST Local supplier of Bee Green Skin Care products and other bee products http://www.thebritishbeecompany.org OBKA Membership form Below is a - [About](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/about/) - About Oswestry Beekeepers' Association is a small and informal group of beekeepers based in and around Oswestry. We are fully affiliated to Shropshire Beekeepers Association We have a schedule of meetings each summer at members' home apiaries, where an experienced beekeeper will demonstrate a hive inspection appropriate to the time of year, giving tips and - [Beginners](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/beginners/) - Beginners Thinking of keeping bees? Please read on... Key advice The essential first step for beginners is to join your local association. There, you will get help and advice to get you started. Look for your local bee keepers' association on the British Bee Keepers' Association site at www.britishbee.org.uk or at your local library. If you - [News](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/news/) - News We had some sound advice and tips off Brian Goodwin at last nights meeting, and Brian also shared a little bit of history with us from local Beekeepers in Oswestry and Shropshire, dating back to 1840. Just follow the link... Managing Bees The Asian Hornet On Wednesday, 29th November Mark Newman gave a presentation - [Equipment](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/beginners/equipment/) - Equipment Number one on the list is protective gear. To tackle a hive of 50,000 bees, possibly not in the best of moods, you need to be confident you are well protected from stings. This confidence will be reflected in your handling of the bees. Do not try to economise by buying just a hat - [Cookies Policy ](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/cookies-policy/) - Cookies Policy By accessing and using our website you are agreeing to our Cookie Policy. Please read this policy so you know what we are doing with your information. This cookie policy was last updated on March 1 2013 to comply with the EU Cookie Law. For more information on the law, see the Information - [Privacy Policy ](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy This privacy policy sets out how Oswestry Beekeepers' Association uses and protects any information that you give us when you use this website. Oswestry Beekeepers' Association is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, then - [Contact us](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/contact-us/) - If you have a swarm see the swarms page for contact numbers, otherwise please use the form below. ## Slides - [Events](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/slider/events/) - Events We have a schedule of meetings each summer, at members' home apiaries, where we gather for a relaxed exchange of news and ideas. - [Swarms](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/slider/swarms/) - Swarms Swarms are, for some beekeepers, the highlight of the beekeeping year. - [Beginners](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/slider/beginners/) - Beginners The essential first step for beginners is to join your local association. There you will find help and advice to get you set up. ## Slide Groups - [Home](http://www.oswestrybees.co.uk/slide-page/home/)