Embrace the Buzz: Inspiring Talks on Bees and the Natural World

Wonderful speaker. I loved her passion and joy... it's catching!

Forncett St Peters Gardening Club
Stacy visited both our Year 2 classes and inspired the best writing they have produced all year. She was warm, engaging and completely held their attention with a mixture of fantastic close up video clips, expert knowledge and interactive activities such as trying on beekeeping protective clothing or feeling honeycomb.

St Edmunds & St Josephs RC Primary School
A big thank you from all the members of CityWI after your fabulous talk. Your enthusiasm and joy was infectious and we all went home on a high so thank you.

Norwich City WI
Stacy, gave her "Tales from the Hive" talk to the residents of Thorpe Abbotts. It was an outstanding evening, informative, well delivered and comical. Stacy's knowledge of the world of the bee is phenomenal. Highly recommended as a speaker. We were literally all "buzzing" at the end!

Thorpe Abbotts Village Hall
Adults and children came away buzzing as Stacy's enthusiasm was infectious. Parents have also commented on how engaged children have been on this topic, eager to pass on what they had learnt from Stacy. I could not recommend her more!

St Edmunds & St Josephs RC Primary School

Are you looking for an interesting speaker and topic for your group or company? I’m available to talk to groups and businesses about bees and the beekeeping life. I offer a range of captivating talks that aim to entertain, educate and spark a sense of wonder about the fascinating world of bees and the crucial role they play in our ecosystem. I stive to engage audiences with delightful stories, insights and practical advice on how to make a positive impact on our environment.

Talks can be delivered either via video call, in person at your location, or at the apiary itself in the beautiful East Anglian countryside where we have a lovely classroom and of course where you can witness the bees flying on warm days!

Read on for examples of the talks we can offer or get in touch if you’ve a specific topic or theme in mind.

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Bee-coming a Beekeeper

Eccentric, naturalist grandparents provided Stacy a love of nature that was put on pause for a while when she entered a glamourous corporate world with celebrities, photo shoots and creating tv adverts, but after finding an interest in bees and reigniting her passion for the natural world, her life changed.

Join Stacy on a whimsical journey as she navigates the unusual world of beekeeping and shares her personal journey of reconnecting with nature. Where tea and cake are a pre-requisite of all gatherings, upsetting the bees can result in stripping off in the middle of a field, and find out what happens when your bees get drunk on mead!

Close-up of a bee on white flowers with purple stamens.

Popular Pollinators

The honey bee has become the poster child for the “save the bees” campaign but what does saving the bees really mean and involve and did you know there are over 200 different species of bee in the UK?

Discover the incredible diversity of pollinators beyond our beloved honey bee. In this talk we delve into the simple, yet impactful, actions we can take on our own patches to support these vital pollinators, working together to future-proof our local environment whilst learning a little more about these visitors to our gardens.

Beehive with honeycomb and honeybees on wooden frames

Honey Bee Mine

Having been on the planet for millions of years, bees have evolved to be efficient machines, working together as a superorganism to ensure the hive thrives. They truly are fascinating creatures and after learning more about them you’ll never look at a bee the same again!

In this talk, embark on an awe-inspiring journey into the mysterious world of the honey bee, through Stacy’s own captivating videos and photographs, peek inside the hive and unravel the astonishing life of an efficient colony. Prepare to be amazed by the intricate workings of a bee’s life, their remarkable adaptations and unique modes of communication -ranging from intricate dances to melodic buzzing.

If you like the sound of all of the talks but only have time for one then “Tales from the Hive” touches on my journey into beekeeping, entertains with fascinating bee facts as well as provides empowering insights on how each individual can make a difference on their own patch.

Bespoke talks can also be created to meet the specific interests and requirements of your group; whether that be how beekeeping can help maintain positive mental health, living the good life almost off-grid, or perhaps embracing nature and the outdoors, for example.

Two yellow beeswax candles wrapped with twine, featuring dried lavender and white daisies, placed on a wooden surface.

To further enhance the experience:

Additional activities, such as candle rolling, honey tasting and a “show and tell” display, can be incorporated into the event allowing attendees to immerse themselves in the sensory delights associated with bees.

During the late spring and summer months we also offer bee experiences at the apiary. This exceptional opportunity allows participants to get up close to these incredible creatures, explore the inner workings of a hive and deepen their understanding of the intricate world of bees.

We can also run creative workshops such as wreath making, wax workshops or posy making. More information on workshops can be found on our dedicated page.

FAQs

Living on the Suffolk/Norfolk border I travel throughout East Anglia to deliver talks to groups and businesses. Those that are a little further afield do come with a small mileage charge.
Talks can also be delivered via video call or at the apiary itself in the training cabin. Or we can offer Bee Experiences at the apiary for groups of 10 people to 20+ attendees.
£95 per speaking engagement plus 50p per mile if over 30 miles from NR35 2DQ
The fees I charge are reflective of the time and energy I put into my talks; not only during the event but also the preparation including photography and videography.
Online talks are charged at the same fee rate and can be delivered over whichever platform is most suitable for your organisation.
Workshops or creative elements are an additional fee starting at £12 per head, as the workshop elements are bespoke to each group details and final pricing is discussed on contact.
Talks last for approximately 45mins to an hour plus time for questions.
If you'd like the talk to be longer or shorter please let me know at the time of booking.
As well as giving talks on bees at your location, we would also love to welcome you to our apiary on the Norfolk/ Suffolk border where you can take part in a bee experience with your group. The fee for this is charged at £35 per person with a minimum group size of 10.
"live with the bees" talks can take place from end of May to mid-August each year and are best booked in advance as dates fill up fast. They take place during the daytime at either 10am or 3pm, 7 days a week.
Additional workshops, such as candle making, are available at an additional cost.
I will happily visit schools to give talks, I particularly enjoy visiting infant schools and helping Year 1 and 2 children understand about bees and pollinators. As this is my business, and not just a hobby, I do charge a fee to visit schools but I am happy to travel all over East Anglia to engage with classes.
School visits can also be arranged at the apiary where the children can see the bees up close.
One of the fantastic things about bees is that they are loved my most and so my talks are suitable for all groups with younger or older audiences.
WI's, Gardening Groups, Community Groups, Businesses, Schools are just a few of the organisations I've spoken to.