The New Forest andDistrict BeekeepersAssociation

The New Forest Beekeepers Association represents theinterests of beekeepers and beekeeping in the New Forestand surrounding area.

We are one of the largest beekeeping associations inEngland and we are affiliated to the HampshireBeekeepers Association and the British Beekeepers'Association.

The New Forest Beekeepers Association serves those in the New Forest and surrounding area who are experiencedbeekeepers, beginners who want to start beekeeping and need instruction, and anyone who wishes to be associated with bees and beekeeping in the New Forest area,including members of neighbouring Beekeeping Associations.

If you need assistance please contact our teams:

Secretary secretary@newforestbees.co.ukEducation education@newforestbees.co.ukSwarms 07496 351203

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Celebrating Country Life

The New Forest and District Beekeepers Association

The New Forest Beekeepers Association represents the interests of beekeepers and beekeeping in the New Forest and surrounding area.

We are one of the largest beekeeping associations in England and we are affiliated to the Hampshire Beekeepers Association and the British Beekeepers' Association.

The New Forest Beekeepers Association serves those in the New Forest and surrounding area who are experienced beekeepers, beginners who want to start beekeeping and need instruction, and anyone who wishes to be associated with bees and beekeeping in the New Forest area, including members of neighbouring Beekeeping Associations.

If you need assistance please contact our teams:

Secretary secretary@newforestbees.co.uk Education education@newforestbees.co.uk Swarms 07496 351203

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Celebrating Country Life

The New Forest and District

Beekeepers Association

Every Beekeeper should be a Member of a District Association

New Forest and District Beekeepers Association Show Secretary Mr Ken Andrews

Show Judges Mr Mike Duffin, National Honey Show Judge

Experienced Beekeepers will be present in the Honey Tent to give advice to those wishing to start

Beekeeping and to give advice on any beekeeping issue you might have.

Demonstrations with live bees will be given (Weather permitting - see notice in tent for times)

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HONEY SHOW ENTRY FORM

To be sent to the Entries Secretary: Graham Collins, 86 Lackford Avenue, Totton, Southampton. SO40 9BT Telephone: 02380 862544 Email: grumpybees@hotmail.co.uk I declare that I have read the Rules and enclose the entry form and a stamped addressed envelope. Signed Name Address BBKA Mem.No.

Class No

For Sec’s use

Description

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The New Forest and District

Beekeepers Association

Every Beekeeper should be a Member of a District Association

New Forest and District Beekeepers Association Show Secretary Mr Ken Andrews

Show Judges Mr Mike Duffin, National Honey Show Judge

Experienced Beekeepers will be present in the Honey Tent to give advice to those wishing to start

Beekeeping and to give advice on any beekeeping issue you might have.

Demonstrations with live bees will be given (Weather permitting - see notice in tent for times)

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HONEY SHOW ENTRY FORM

To be sent to the Entries Secretary: Graham Collins, 86 Lackford Avenue, Totton, Southampton. SO40 9BT Telephone: 02380 862544 Email: grumpybees@hotmail.co.uk I declare that I have read the Rules and enclose the entry form and a stamped addressed envelope. Signed Name Address BBKA Mem.No.

Class No

For Sec’s use

Description

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The New Forest and District

Beekeepers Association

Every Beekeeper should be a Member of a District Association

New Forest and District Beekeepers Association Show Secretary Mr Ken Andrews

Show Judges Mr Mike Duffin, National Honey Show Judge

Experienced Beekeepers will be present in the Honey Tent to give advice to those wishing to start

Beekeeping and to give advice on any beekeeping issue you might have.

Demonstrations with live bees will be given (Weather permitting - see notice in tent for times)

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HONEY SHOW ENTRY FORM

To be sent to the Entries Secretary: Graham Collins, 86 Lackford Avenue, Totton, Southampton. SO40 9BT Telephone: 02380 862544 Email: grumpybees@hotmail.co.uk I declare that I have read the Rules and enclose the entry form and a stamped addressed envelope. Signed Name Address BBKA Mem.No.

Class No

For Sec’s use

Description

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RULES PAGE

1. Entries should be made on the form provided and must reach Entries Secretary

on or before 15th July 2019. Exhibitors may make more than one entry in any one class. Joint owners are not allowed to make separate entries.

2. Deliveries of Exhibits. Personal delivery must be made between 2:30pm and

6pm on the day before the Show. 3. Staging. All exhibits will be staged by Secretary and appointed stewards.

4. Labels will be supplied by the Secretary. For class 1 and 2 labels will be attached

by the Secretary during staging. Label for a photograph to be fixed to the bottom right hand side of the mount.

5. Judging will commence promptly at 8.30am. Exhibits will be judged by a professional judge and by a public vote.

6. Bona Fide. All honey and wax exhibited must be the bona fide produce of the

exhibitors’ own bees. Photographs must have been taken but not necessarily processed by the exhibitor.

7. Sections and/or comb honey to be in any kind of case with transparent front.

8. Awards. The judges have discretion to withhold prizes in any class.

9. Objections. All objections must be made in writing and handed to the Secretary

by 3pm on the 1st day of the Show. The decision of the Committee will be final.

10. Care of Exhibits. Exhibits may only be removed from the staging after 5.30pm on the last day of the Show and accompanied by a steward.

11. Powers of Committee. The Committee reserve the right to decline any entry without a reason being given, to submit any exhibit for analysis, and to dispose of any damaged honey to the best advantage.

12. Any dispute as to the interpretation of these rules shall be referred to the Organising Committee of the New Forest and District Beekeepers’ Association.

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Honey and Bee Produce Classes

(organised by the New Forest & District Beekeepers Association)

Prizes for Judges award:

Class 1 £15 E H Thorne Voucher Class 2 £15 Thornes of Stockbridge Voucher Class 3 £15 Northern Bee Books Voucher

Prizes for Public award:

Class 1 £10 Maisemore Apiaries Voucher Class 2 £10 Kemble Bee Suppliers Class 3 £15 Freeman and Harding Ltd

Scones for honey tasting supplied by

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RULES PAGE

1. Entries should be made on the form provided and must reach Entries Secretary

on or before 15th July 2019. Exhibitors may make more than one entry in any one class. Joint owners are not allowed to make separate entries.

2. Deliveries of Exhibits. Personal delivery must be made between 2:30pm and

6pm on the day before the Show. 3. Staging. All exhibits will be staged by Secretary and appointed stewards.

4. Labels will be supplied by the Secretary. For class 1 and 2 labels will be attached

by the Secretary during staging. Label for a photograph to be fixed to the bottom right hand side of the mount.

5. Judging will commence promptly at 8.30am. Exhibits will be judged by a professional judge and by a public vote.

6. Bona Fide. All honey and wax exhibited must be the bona fide produce of the

exhibitors’ own bees. Photographs must have been taken but not necessarily processed by the exhibitor.

7. Sections and/or comb honey to be in any kind of case with transparent front.

8. Awards. The judges have discretion to withhold prizes in any class.

9. Objections. All objections must be made in writing and handed to the Secretary

by 3pm on the 1st day of the Show. The decision of the Committee will be final.

10. Care of Exhibits. Exhibits may only be removed from the staging after 5.30pm on the last day of the Show and accompanied by a steward.

11. Powers of Committee. The Committee reserve the right to decline any entry without a reason being given, to submit any exhibit for analysis, and to dispose of any damaged honey to the best advantage.

12. Any dispute as to the interpretation of these rules shall be referred to the Organising Committee of the New Forest and District Beekeepers’ Association.

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Honey and Bee Produce Classes

(organised by the New Forest & District Beekeepers Association)

Prizes for Judges award:

Class 1 £15 E H Thorne Voucher Class 2 £15 Thornes of Stockbridge Voucher Class 3 £15 Northern Bee Books Voucher

Prizes for Public award:

Class 1 £10 Maisemore Apiaries Voucher Class 2 £10 Kemble Bee Suppliers Class 3 £15 Freeman and Harding Ltd

Scones for honey tasting supplied by

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OPEN CLASSES

Free entry.

Class Description:

1) Counter Display: Containing 5 different items of honey, wax and bee-related items in any form of display. Dimensions must be stated on the entry form. To be judged on content and artistry.

2) A ‘For Sale’ Display Honey (extracted & comb), Beeswax Products labelled with the exhibitor’s own labels. Dimensions must be stated on the entry form. To be judged for quality and sales appeal.

3) Photograph One mounted colour print photograph on any topic connected with beekeeping. The winning print will become the property of Northern Bee books and may be reproduced in Beekeepers Quarterly.

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SPECIAL RULES

Class 1 Counter DisplayMaximum total weight 7,5kg and size 60cm x 60cm.Please provide description and content/recipe for each item.

Class 2 A “For Sale’ Display”Maximum total weight 7,5kg and size 60cm x 60cm.

Class 3 PhotographMount size not to be larger than A4.

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OPEN CLASSES

Free entry.

Class Description:

1) Counter Display: Containing 8 different items of honey, wax and bee-related items in any form of display. Dimensions must be stated on the entry form. To be judged on content and artistry.

2) A ‘For Sale’ Display Honey (extracted & comb), Beeswax Products labelled with the exhibitor’s own labels. Dimensions must be stated on the entry form. To be judged for quality and sales appeal.

3) PhotographOne mounted colour print photograph on any topic connected with beekeeping.The winning print will become the property of Northern Bee books and may be reproduced in Beekeepers Quarterly.

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SPECIAL RULES

Class 1 Counter Display Maximum total weight 7,5kg and size 60cm x 60cm. Please provide description and content/recipe for each item.

Class 2 A “For Sale’ Display” Maximum total weight 7,5kg and size 60cm x 60cm.

Class 3 Photograph Mount size not to be larger than A4.

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Each entry to Class 1 or Class 2 will qualify for one free entrance ticket.