Beekeeping: Inspiration and Practical Advice for Beginners (Smallholding)

Andrew Davies’ Beekeeping: Inspiration and Practical Advice for Would-be Smallholders is an excellent resource for anyone interested in starting their beekeeping journey. The book strikes a perfect balance between practical advice and inspiring anecdotes, making it accessible and engaging for beginners. Davies covers everything from hive setup and maintenance to understanding bee behavior and the rewards of harvesting honey. The clear explanations and helpful tips make it easy to follow, even if you’re new to smallholding. Whether you’re looking to start a hobby or explore sustainable living, this book is a must-read. Informative and inspiring!

Many years ago, pre-Internet, the best I could get as far as a book about bee keeping was a dog-eared between-the-Wars book which did little more than put me off. Now, what with 'The Good Life' being a reality so many more families want to not only recapture in spirit, but also do it for themselves, bee keeping has once again become a reality for everyone. Published in 2007, this book is bang up to date and excellent in telling you everything you need to know about bees, keeping them and harvesting their honey; and how to avoid being stung, and if you are, how to get rid of the stinger quickly before it does too much damage. Yes, a spledid book in every aspect, and although I believe every word it says, I may just venture into reading a couple more editions before I, possibly, take the plunge? But hey, if Grandad kept bees here 60 years ago, why not give it another shot for nostalgia's sake?

easy read, concise book. I went on a day beginners course which really helped. This book is a good introoduction for these courses. The other books just seemd too long. When you want to "scope" something you don't need a compendium, just an idea of what's involved to see whether it's worth exploring further. Great price for good value book. Recommend doing day course or attending local bee keeping meeting as well before you press on.

I was thinking of keeping bees and this gives you all the info you need. I am glad that I read up first as this is a hobby that needs a lot of thought before rushing out to get a hive. An excellent read and plenty of info for novices.

Cute little book, nicely bound & made, covers all the info & details about smallholders bee keeping. Bees are cute, in decline & need our help. Without bees, we would be stuffed. Recommended & hope it gives the buyer some further enthusiasm. Save the bee, buy the book!

This was one of the first books I read on beekeeping which really laid out things very simply and clearly. I felt I had so much more understanding afterwards. I liked it so much I bought a copy for a friend as I didn't want to lend her mine in case I didn't get it back.

Just the book to be informative and interesting foot the new of prospective bee keeper. Found it an interesting read

Perfect first book for people thinking about beekeeping and not sure whether to go fo it (like me). I read the whole book in a day - it is brief and factual and not padded out like a lot of books.

This is a nice little book to have in the 'bee' section of your library. I'm glad I discovered this while searching for something else.