{"product_id":"beekeepingtraining2027","title":"Beginner Beekeeping Course South Wales | One Day Beekeeping Training 2027","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner Beekeeping Course 2027 – South Wales\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn to Keep Bees at Gwenyn Gruffydd Honey Farm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThinking about keeping bees? Join us at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGwenyn Gruffydd Honey Farm in Carmarthenshire, South Wales\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, for a full-day, hands-on beginner beekeeping course designed to give you the knowledge, practical experience and confidence to start your own beekeeping journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLed by experienced commercial bee farmer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGruffydd Rees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, our one-day course combines essential beekeeping theory with practical training in our working apiary. You'll learn how honeybee colonies function, how to manage and inspect a hive, and what you really need to get started.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike a purely classroom-based course, you'll experience beekeeping first-hand on a working honey farm managing hundreds of colonies for honey production and nucleus colony rearing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCourse fee: £180 per person | 10am–4pm | Lunch, refreshments and protective clothing included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2027 Beekeeping Course Dates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur confirmed beginner beekeeping training dates are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaturday 24 April 2027\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaturday 8 May 2027\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth courses run from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10am to 4pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional dates may be released depending on demand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlaces are limited to ensure everyone receives individual guidance and plenty of opportunities to ask questions. Early booking is recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur beginner beekeeping training covers the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to start keeping honeybees in the UK, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoneybee biology and behaviour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – understanding the queen, workers, drones and how a colony functions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing your first beehive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – National, Langstroth and other hive types, along with the equipment you'll need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHive inspections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – how to safely open a hive, handle frames and assess the condition of a colony.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecognising a healthy colony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – identifying eggs, brood, pollen, honey stores and signs of potential problems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeasonal beekeeping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – understanding colony development, swarm prevention, feeding and preparing bees for winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoneybee health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – an introduction to common pests, diseases and good apiary management.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – demonstrations of queen marking, nucleus colony management and transferring bees into a full-sized hive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoney harvesting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – understanding how honey is collected and processed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHands-On Experience with Live Bees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeather permitting, you'll spend approximately two hours in our apiary working directly with honeybee colonies under Gruffydd's guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll have the opportunity to inspect frames, identify different stages of brood development and see how an experienced beekeeper assesses and manages a colony.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBee suits and gloves are provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, so there's no need to purchase specialist equipment before attending.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Train with Gruffydd?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Gwenyn Gruffydd, beekeeping isn't just something we teach – it's what we do every day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGruffydd has personally trained \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eover 200 beginner beekeepers since 2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, helping people take their first steps into keeping bees. Some have even gone on to establish their own commercial beekeeping businesses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis experience includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRunning a commercial honey farm managing over 500 honeybee colonies across South West Wales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelsh Government Farming Connect-approved beekeeping mentor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeing selected as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Bee Unit Hive-Side Training Provider in 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, delivering practical training to more experienced beekeepers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompleting the National Bee Unit's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisease Accreditation Scheme for Honeybees (DASH)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e training.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou'll benefit from practical, real-world knowledge gained through years of managing bees, producing honey and helping new beekeepers get started.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does the Day Involve?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur course is structured to give you a thorough introduction to beekeeping before putting your new knowledge into practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10:00am–11:30am\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoor beekeeping theory and training\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11:30am\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShort comfort break\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11:40am–1:00pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoor training continues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:00pm–1:30pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLunch (included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:30pm–1:50pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtective clothing and preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:50pm–3:50pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical beekeeping in the apiary, weather permitting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3:50pm–4:00pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReturn, Q\u0026amp;A and debrief\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter the course, you're welcome to browse our on-site beekeeping shop and ask any final questions about getting started.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEverything You Need to Start Beekeeping, All in One Place\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the advantages of attending a course at Gwenyn Gruffydd is that you can see exactly what's involved in setting up your first hive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlongside the training, you'll have the opportunity to explore our on-site beekeeping supplies shop, see different types of hives and equipment, and ask questions about choosing your first bees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe stock National and Langstroth hives, protective clothing, smokers, hive tools, frames, foundation and other essential beekeeping supplies. We also rear and supply our own Buckfast nucleus colonies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere's no pressure to buy anything on the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Our aim is to help you understand what you genuinely need, avoid unnecessary purchases and make informed decisions when you're ready to start.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Is This Beekeeping Course For?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis course is ideal for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete beginners with no previous beekeeping experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnyone considering keeping bees at home, on a smallholding or on their land.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGardeners and nature enthusiasts interested in honeybees and pollination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnyone looking for a practical beekeeping experience before committing to their own colony.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeople buying a beekeeping experience as a birthday, Christmas or special occasion gift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo previous beekeeping knowledge or equipment is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This course is intended for adults.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCourse Location and What's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gwenyn Gruffydd Honey Farm, Bryn Bach, Cwrt Henri, Carmarthenshire, SA32 8SE.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe're approximately 20 minutes from Carmarthen, 10 minutes from Llandeilo and 45 minutes west of Swansea, making our beekeeping training accessible from across South and West Wales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCourse fee: £180 per person\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour booking includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-day beekeeping tuition with Gruffydd.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical apiary experience with live honeybee colonies, weather permitting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse of protective beekeeping clothing and gloves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLunch, tea, coffee and refreshments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpportunities to ask questions and receive practical advice on starting your own apiary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce booked, you'll receive an order confirmation. Further joining information, including directions and what to bring, will be provided 7 days before your course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need any previous beekeeping experience?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot at all. Our course is designed specifically for complete beginners. We'll introduce you to the essentials and explain everything in a practical, approachable way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need to bring any beekeeping equipment?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. We provide the protective clothing and equipment needed for the practical session. We recommend wearing comfortable outdoor clothing and suitable enclosed footwear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill I be handling live bees?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, weather permitting. You'll have the opportunity to inspect live honeybee colonies under Gruffydd's supervision. All practical activities are guided, and your safety and the welfare of the bees are our priorities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat happens if it rains?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe indoor training will go ahead as planned. If weather conditions prevent us from safely opening the hives, we'll offer either a complimentary return visit to complete the practical session on an agreed suitable date or a 30% refund (£54) for the practical element not delivered. Please see our full booking terms below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs lunch included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Lunch, tea, coffee and refreshments are included in the £180 course fee. Please let us know about any dietary requirements in advance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I buy this course as a gift?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Our beginner beekeeping course makes a thoughtful gift for someone interested in bees, nature or starting a new hobby. You can book a place for another person, provided they can attend the selected course date. Please contact us if you need assistance arranging a gift booking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I buy my first beehive or bees on the day?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, you're welcome to browse our on-site beekeeping supplies shop after the course. We stock a wide range of hives, equipment and protective clothing, and rear our own Buckfast nucleus colonies for sale, subject to seasonal availability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere's no obligation to purchase anything.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat if I have an allergy to bee stings?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBee stings are a possibility when working with live honeybees. If you have a known serious allergy to bee stings or any relevant medical concerns, please contact us before booking so we can discuss whether the practical element is suitable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre children allowed to attend?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an adult training course. Please contact us before booking if you have any questions about age suitability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBooking Terms \u0026amp; Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease read these terms carefully before booking. By purchasing a place, you agree to the following booking conditions, subject to your statutory consumer rights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Booking and Confirmation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll course places must be booked and paid for in advance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour booking reserves a place on your selected training date. Places are limited, and we may be unable to refill spaces following late cancellations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Customer Cancellations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are unable to attend, please notify us by email as soon as possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur cancellation policy is:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28 days or more before the course:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A refund will be provided, less any reasonable administration costs already incurred.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14–27 days before the course:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A cancellation charge of up to 25% may apply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7–13 days before the course:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A cancellation charge of up to 50% may apply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLess than 7 days before the course:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Up to 100% of the course fee may be retained where we are unable to refill your place and our resulting loss justifies the charge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCancellation charges will be limited to our reasonable losses arising from the cancellation, taking account of costs saved and any opportunity to refill the place. Any remaining balance will be refunded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. Failure to Attend (No-Shows)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you do not attend your booked course without notifying us in advance, your booking will be treated as a no-show.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs your place has been reserved exclusively for you and cannot ordinarily be resold at such short notice, you may forfeit up to the full course fee, subject to our actual net loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo-shows are not entitled to an automatic transfer to another course date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. Transferring Your Place\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are unable to attend, you may nominate another suitable adult to take your place, provided you notify us before the course and we can complete any necessary arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequests to transfer to another course date will be considered subject to availability. We cannot guarantee alternative dates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. Adverse Weather and Practical Hive Inspections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur beginner beekeeping course combines comprehensive indoor training with practical experience in our working apiary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe indoor training will proceed as planned regardless of ordinary adverse weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, practical hive inspections are dependent on suitable conditions. Rain, strong winds, low temperatures or other unsuitable circumstances may prevent us from safely opening the hives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe welfare of our honeybees and the safety of participants will always take priority, and Gruffydd will make the final decision on whether practical hive inspections can proceed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf adverse weather prevents the entire afternoon practical apiary session from taking place, participants will be offered a choice of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA complimentary return visit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on an agreed suitable date to complete the practical hive-inspection session, subject to availability; or\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 30% refund (£54)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of the course fee, reflecting the allocated value of the practical element not delivered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf only part of the practical session can take place, an appropriate alternative session or proportionate refund will be considered based on the practical training delivered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese arrangements do not affect your statutory consumer rights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6. Cancellation by Gwenyn Gruffydd\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe require a minimum of six participants to run each course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf insufficient bookings have been received seven days before the scheduled course, we reserve the right to cancel it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf we need to cancel the entire course for this or another reason, customers will be offered either:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA transfer to another available course date; or\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA full refund of the course fee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7. Safety and Participation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a practical course involving live honeybees. Participants should be aware of the possibility of bee stings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll participants must follow the instructor's safety guidance and instructions when working in the apiary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease notify us before booking if you have a known serious allergy to bee stings or any health or accessibility requirements that may affect your safe participation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe course is intended for adults, and only booked participants may attend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8. Statutory Rights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNothing in these terms excludes or limits your statutory consumer rights.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAny statutory cancellation rights that apply to your booking remain unaffected by these terms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to Begin Your Beekeeping Journey?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're planning to keep your first colony in 2027 or simply want to discover what beekeeping involves, we'd love to welcome you to Gwenyn Gruffydd Honey Farm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook your place on our 2027 beginner beekeeping course and learn from the people who work with bees every day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gwenyn Gruffydd Welsh Honey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40870470254741,"sku":"TrainingCourse_2027","price":180.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0487\/1949\/5317\/products\/11710039-9C3D-4D28-B482-894BFC562C8F.jpg?v=1633162471","url":"https:\/\/gwenyngruffydd.co.uk\/products\/beekeepingtraining2027","provider":"Gwenyn Gruffydd Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}