The Bee Centre
Based in the grounds of Samlesbury Hall, the Bee Centre creates a buzz about bees, providing a free and unusual opportunity for the public to learn about the importance of bees (and other pollinators) and to find ways of helping to support them and our environment. The uniquely designed observation hive enables visitors to watch bee demonstrations throughout the year. Between April through to October visitors can take part in the centre’s ‘Honeybee Experiences’. These events last for approximately 90 minutes although are weather dependent. Small groups of visitors (usually 6-8) are taken into the bespoke, on-site, training apiary (suitably kitted up in beekeeping suits and gloves), enabling them to get up-close- Opening Times: Wednesdays and Sundays 11.00am - 4.00pm. Additional opening times are available during some school holidays. Please check the website for the latest information.
and-personal with locally-bred, Lancashire bees. Participants are encouraged to get hands-on with the bees whilst the head beekeeper opens the hive, talks through the life and habits of the honeybee, pointing out the different types and ages of bee, the roles they perform, the development of eggs and larvae, the collection and processing of food, the building of comb and the way the colony develops and expands. Note: under 16’s must be accompanied by a paying adult. Group numbers are kept low to ensure that all particpants enjoy maximum involvement. Special requests regarding groups, special occasions, disability access, etc, can be made by contacting the centre directly. Bee experiences usually run on Wednesdays and Sundays at 11.00 am and 2.00pm. Other times and days are available upon request. Admission Prices: Entry to the centre and on site parking are free.
Samlesbury Hall, Preston New Road, Samlesbury, PR5 0UP +44 (0) 1772 494487 / +44 (0) 7973 491867 info@thebeecentre.org | www.TheBeeCentre.org
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