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UID:5071-1760173200-1760202000@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wax Day
DESCRIPTION:More details will be posted shortly.
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/wax-day/
LOCATION:Meon Hall\, Meonstoke\, Pound Lane\, Meonstoke\, Hampshire\, SO32 3NP\, United Kingdom
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UID:5183-1760176800-1760194800@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:SSS Day - Wax Processing (£5)
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URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/sss-day-wax-processing-5/
LOCATION:Meon Hall\, Meonstoke\, Pound Lane\, Meonstoke\, Hampshire\, SO32 3NP\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251026T170000
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CREATED:20250730T205320Z
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UID:5179-1761206400-1761498000@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:National Honey Show
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URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/national-honey-show/
LOCATION:Sandown Park Racecourse\, Portsmouth Road\, Esher\, KT10 9AJ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T210000
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CREATED:20250910T165149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T165149Z
UID:5209-1761246000-1761253200@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Winter Talk (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Rational Varroa Control – David Evans \nVarroa remains the greatest threat to bees and beekeeping. The mite\, and the viruses it transmits\, are responsible for most overwintering colony losses. To avoid these mite levels must be minimised. This presentation discusses some of the science behind why Varroa and viruses are a threat to our bees before moving on to practical beekeeping considerations including how and when to control Varroa in your hives.  Many beekeepers treat at the wrong time of the season\, or use the wrong treatment\, for maximal effect. In addition to a late summer and midwinter treatment (which should be all that are needed for successful Varroa management) the opportunities to treat in the middle of the season\, the importance of managing Varroa in swarms and the strategic\, landscape-scale\, management of Varroa are also discussed. \n  \nZoom details within the members area
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/winter-talk-zoom/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195216
CREATED:20250910T165251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T165251Z
UID:5211-1762455600-1762462800@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Winter Talk (Warnford)
DESCRIPTION:The Bee Head in Detail – James Donaldson \n  \nA complementary talk to the ‘full body’ one given to Winchester beekeepers in October.  This session sees James focus in on the head of a bee\, guiding us through a live dissection and explaining just what we’re looking at.  A fascinating insight into the micro-world of our bee’s anatomy\,
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/winter-talk-warnford/
LOCATION:Warnford Village Hall\, Lippen Lane\, Warnford\, Hampshire\, SO32 3LB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195216
CREATED:20240921T134829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T134829Z
UID:5031-1763197200-1763209800@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:BBKA Modular Exams
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URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/bbka-modular-exams-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251204T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195216
CREATED:20250910T165407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T165407Z
UID:5213-1764874800-1764882000@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas Party and AGM
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URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/christmas-party-and-agm-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260108T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260108T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195216
CREATED:20250910T165521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T165521Z
UID:5215-1767898800-1767906000@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Winter Talk (Warnford)
DESCRIPTION:Honey Bee Guarding Behaviour – Dylan Gussman \n  \nFind out how the dedicated guards recognise nestmates and detect intruders. We’ll examine the strategies honeybees use to protect their colonies\, from vigilant patrolling to active defense tactics. Insights from Asian honeybee species will offer alternative perspectives on nest protection\, highlighting unique and ingenious adaptations. The session will conclude with practical guidance on managing aggressive colonies\, equipping beekeepers with multiple approaches to maintain safety and pleasurable beekeeping in the apiary.
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/winter-talk-warnford-2/
LOCATION:Warnford Village Hall\, Lippen Lane\, Warnford\, Hampshire\, SO32 3LB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260205T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260205T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195216
CREATED:20250910T165632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T165632Z
UID:5217-1770318000-1770327000@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Winter Talk (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Beekeeping Tech – Christophe Brod \n  \nJoin the CEO of Bee Futures to hear about the work they’re doing and learn about wider developments in beekeeping technology that are either already here\, or might come in the future \n  \nZoom joining insutrctions found in the members area
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/winter-talk-zoom-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T210000
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CREATED:20250910T165759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T165759Z
UID:5219-1772737200-1772744400@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Winter Talk (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Beekeeping in Morocco – Lynne Ingram \nJust as our thoughts are turning to planning summer holidays\, here’s a talk to give you some great ideas & to broaden our horizons on beekeeping practices in other countries. \nLynne has worked with Moroccan beekeepers for over a decade and was instrumental in supporting the Atlas Cooperative for Beekeeping & the Environment in their breakthrough breeding programme for the endangered Yellow Saharan Bee \n  \nZoom joining details can be found on our members area
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/winter-talk-zoom-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260402T213000
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CREATED:20250910T165907Z
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UID:5221-1775156400-1775165400@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Winter Talk (Warnford)
DESCRIPTION:First hand experience with Asian Hornets – Alan Baxter \n  \nA veteran of the Royal Marines\, Alan’s 23 years in the Loire Valley saw his apiary experience heavy predation by Asian Hornets and he developed techniques to help his bees survive the onslaught.  He moved to England in 2020 and now manages 20 colonies of gentle bees in 3 Hampshire apiaries.  He founded & runs the Fareham BKA teaching apiary and has completed all the BBKA Modules\, holding the General Beekeeping Husbandry Certificate. He continues studying to be a BBKA Master Beekeeper and is halfway through Cornell University’s Master Beekeeper Program.
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/winter-talk-warnford-3/
LOCATION:Warnford Village Hall\, Lippen Lane\, Warnford\, Hampshire\, SO32 3LB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195216
CREATED:20260213T165713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T165713Z
UID:5278-1777111200-1777122000@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bee Disease Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Bring along a sample of 30 dead bees and come and learn how to carry out a Nosema and acarine check under the microscope. All training and equipment will be provided. This is a drop-in style session\, so come along at any time between 10am and 1pm.
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/bee-disease-clinic/
LOCATION:Warnford Village Hall\, Lippen Lane\, Warnford\, Hampshire\, SO32 3LB\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260405T195216
CREATED:20260105T160411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T182510Z
UID:5256-1777680000-1777766399@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:MVBKA Annual Auction
DESCRIPTION:On the first Saturday in May we will be holding our 46th Annual auction of bees and beekeeping equipment. As usual this will be held at Greatham Village Hall\, Petersfield\, GU33 6AD. Viewing starts from 11:30am with bidding starting from 1:00pm. \nIf you would like to sell please contact us by 24 April. Late lots can be accepted but will not appear in the catalogue. The catalogue will be available from 27 April from the Association’s website (meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk). Please note that only 250 lots will be accepted. \n\nVendor Form\nConditions of Sale\n\nFor any queries\, please Contact David Thompson\, Apple Tree Cottage\, Ashton Lane\, Bishop’s Waltham SO32 1FN 07786 510594 divadthompson@hotmail.com
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/mvbka-annual-auction-2/
LOCATION:Greatham Village Hall\, Petersfield Road\, Greatham\, Hampshire\, GU33 6EY.\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260405T195216
CREATED:20260213T165755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T165755Z
UID:5281-1780704000-1780790399@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Droxford Show
DESCRIPTION:Come along to the Droxford show and see us in our Bee Tent
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/droxford-show/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTSTAMP:20260405T195216
CREATED:20260213T165834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T165834Z
UID:5283-1781308800-1781395199@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Bishop's Waltham Show
DESCRIPTION:Come along to Bishop’s Waltham Show and see at our bee tent.
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/bishops-waltham-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T195216
CREATED:20260213T170431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T170431Z
UID:5285-1783159200-1783180800@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Taster Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual beekeeping taster day where you can learn all about the fascinating world of the honey bee. Start with a theoretical introduction to the biology of the honey bee\, a bit of the history of this amazing craft\, and how beekeepers manage them throughout the year. We will then move to our training apiary\, set within the South Downs National Park\, where we will have lunch\, followed by opening up some of our colonies. You will be guided through the sights\, smells and sounds of the hive\, seeing firsthand how they live their intricate lives. \n  \nThis is a perfect present for anyone interested in insects\, the natural world or honey bees! If interested\, please get in touch and we can send you more details. \nLocation: East Meon Village Hall & MVBKA Training Apiary \nDate: 4th July 2026 \nPrice: £85\nLunch provided
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/taster-day-2026/
LOCATION:East Meon Village Hall\, Workhouse Lane\, East Meon\, Hampshire\, GU32 1PF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260405T195216
CREATED:20260213T170624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T170624Z
UID:5287-1783728000-1783814399@meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk
SUMMARY:Medstead Fete
DESCRIPTION:Come and see us at Medstead Fete where you can buy local honey and see our bees in action.
URL:https://meonvalleybeekeepers.co.uk/event/medstead-fete/
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