Longmead Beekeepers' Society

A hundred years at the hives

1924 2024

1. 1924Founded

   Twelve farmers found the society. The first meeting is at the Lime Tree Inn.

2. 1958Our own apiary

   The apiary on Hollins Hill. The society has 41 members.

3. 1996Children's club

   We start teaching children from three local schools.

4. 2024100 years

   An exhibition of photos from the chronicle at the village hall.

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