Shows and schedules
Worcestershire Beekeepers (3 Counties Autumn Show)
Malvern Autumn Show and County Honey Show 24th-25th September 2011 Three Counties Show Ground, WR13 6NW
Entry Form 2011
Show schedule 2011A message from the County President
?>Hello All,It seems rather early to be sending out schedules for the Autumn Honey show, but there are a couple of changes that I wanted to bring to your attention. Firstly, the executive committee thought that it would be a good idea to introduce a new class, for a photograph, in the honey show, to try and make the show a little more entertaining for the public. This was discussed at length at the AGM and agreed by the members, so we need you to get snapping...... One picture, up to A4 size , mounted on card, on anything related to bees or beekeeping... ( You can enter up to 3 pictures, but each competitor can only receive one prize in any class.)
The novice class for new beekeepers has been adjusted by adding the option of a honey cake to the list of items which accompany the honey.
Last year, entries to the show were increased and the quality was good, but we were still a bit thin on the "Display of products" ( This usually features honeys, wax, mead, candles etc. mounted on glass shelves or a mirrored base or on shelving, to make a display.) The National Honey Show website is www.honeyshow.co.uk There are some super pictures to inspire you, if you select slideshow no. 5.
Have you considered having a weekend in Cirencester, on September 9-11. Gloucestershire are this years hosts for the Midlands and Southwestern Counties Convention of Beekeepers - programme and details. It is not serious or academic, but rather a fun time among a bunch of beekeepers. This year there is a special programme for new beekeepers called "Starting out with bees" running alongside the main conference. You can attend as a resident or as a day visitor.
I hope your supers are filling better than mine,
Best wishes, and keep the camera handy, Martyn Cracknell
Malvern & Upton Branch Honey Show
Saturday 10th September 2011, 2pm at Hanley Swan Parish Hall.
Show schedule and Entry Form 2011