The purpose of Marlborough Beekeepers Association is to support the commercial operators and hobbyists who keep bees in Marlborough. The Marlborough Beekeepers Association (MBA) is run by volunteers who have an interest in sharing knowledge and skills or learning about bees. Activities are regularly organised by elected Committee members.
We aim to help our members learn about the art and craft of beekeeping and to share that information with others so that they can become skilled beekeepers. The club welcomes new members, young and old, those new to beekeeping, or experienced hands. If you are interested in beekeeping, or want to get to know other local beekeepers then you are welcome to come along to our events. We look forward to seeing you there!
Upcoming Events
We hold workshops most months, usually on a Sunday afternoon. Practical hands-on sessions take place at the MBA hives on the NMIT Campus, off Budge Street, and we sometimes use other venues. Bad weather may mean that these events are cancelled, so please check our Facebook page for more up-to-date workshop details.
A longer term outlook of upcoming activities can be seen on our Calendar.
- August 31st – Repairs and framing Workshop (jigs), Oxalic towels
As we start to look forward to spring it is time to get prepared for hive growth and management. This month we look at repairing hive-ware, preparing and waxing frames and making Oxalic towels for managing Varoa. - July 27th – Bee product workshop/talk
Come and explore bee products other than honey. Balm, sandwich wraps, Wax melting and use and other items to discuss and explore. - 27th April 25 – AGM and Competitions
At the Marlborough Research Centre theatre at 85 budge street. Please join us for our AGM and have your say on what you would like the club to be doing. Please consider joining the committee so we can continue to provide a great club to our members. The club relies on small amounts of help… Read more: 27th April 25 – AGM and Competitions