❅ ❆ A very Merry Christmas and a big thank you from all of the beekeepers ❅ ❆
Thank you for your support in 2025
Supporting local beekeepers of all skill levels
Our approach to beekeeping is rooted in sustainability and respect for nature and each other. All community members prioritise the well-being of their bees, striving to create an environment that supports the bee’s natural instincts allowing them to thrive. By adopting responsible practices, we minimise our impact on the environment while maximising the benefits that bees provide.
Our 2025 Calendar
Local Enhancement Programme 2025 – Funding Acknowledgement
Our association has received support under the Local Enhancement Programme 2025, delivered by: Kerry County Council – Community, Arts & Culture Department
Email: csfkenmare@kerrycoco.ie
Address: Library Place, Killorglin, V93 R2NP, Co. Kerry
Phone: 066 9796704
We gratefully acknowledge the assistance of the Department of Rural & Community Development and Kerry County Council.
Meet some of our beekeepers
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![Woman smiling in a garden wearing glasses on her head and a beekeeping suit, surrounded by trees and foliage.]()
Myfanwy
Myfanwy is the club chairperson and is a senior beekeeper, trainer and mentor. She keeps bees in the Castlecove region.
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![A man in casual plaid shirt standing outdoors near a wooden post with a bee symbol, surrounded by trees.]()
Steve
Steve is the club secretary and has been beekeeping for several years now on his homestead just off the ring of Kerry.
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![Person wearing a beekeeping suit and veil outdoors]()
Conor
Conor is our vice chairperson and PR person. He keeps bees on his smallholding just outside Sneem on the Killarney Road.
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![Person sitting on a bench next to a beehive in a garden, surrounded by bushes and greenery.]()
John
John is the club treasure and keeps bees just outside Sneem on his organic mushroom farm.
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![Brendan wearing a cap and plaid shirt standing outside]()
Brendan
Brendan is a senior beekeeper, trainer and mentor in the club and keeps several hives between Cork and Kerry.
