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The newsletter of the Torbay Branch of the Devon Beekeepers Association.

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Site last updated 01/11/2025

Asian Hornet Sightings

For information regarding possible sightings of an Asian Hornet please visit the Asian Hornet Action Team website or call one of the local AHAT members on the numbers below (Please only use these numbers for Asian Hornet sightings and information).

Gerry Stuart on 07802 851152

Colin Lodge on 01803 882768

Judith Norman on 07925 149931

Vic Willmington on 07593 345323

Upcoming Events

Events

Tuesday 4th November 2025 – Branch evening meeting 7:30 pm

Saturday 8th November 2025 – Branch AGM 2:00pm

With a presentation by  Jackie Taylor who will be telling us about her grandfather (who spent years of his life in Brixham) and was the First Officer on Shackleton’s Endurance – Lionel Greenstreet – when they were marooned in Antarctica for two years.

Please bring a plate of food for sharing.

Swarms

If you have found a swarm of honey bees, please contact our Swarm Liaison Officer
Di Hatherley
on 07881 467393 or check the BBKA swarm collectors page.