A community of happy beekeepers and bees from the greater Sneem area in Kerry

Established in 2010 with a mission to promote sustainable beekeeping

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.

Group of our members wearing beekeeping suits and holding bee smokers, standing on grass, waving at camera.

Our 2025 Calendar

Meet some of our beekeepers

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Person sitting on a bench next to a beehive in a garden, surrounded by bushes and greenery.

    John

    John is the club public relations officer and keeps bees just outside Sneem on his organic farm.

  • Person wearing a beekeeping suit and veil outdoors

    Conor O

    Conor is our training officer and started on his beekeeping journey only 2 years ago. He currently keeps 6 hives

  • Older man 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.

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View fullsize Meet some of the new members that have joined Sneem beekeepers 2025. Great to see so many people wanting to take up beekeeping. #sneembeekeepers #beecourse #sneem #bees #honey @oldkatesfarm @sneem_beekeepers
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View fullsize What a fantastic presentation at tonight’s meeting given by Jane from Sneem Tidy Towns on native Irish bumble bees. Jane gave a great insight into their life cycle and how they assist with the environment and pollination. A selection of informa
View fullsize Two members of Sneem Beekeepers attended Tahilla CNS today to discuss facts and fun of bees and beekeeping. Teaching the next generation of beekeepers the value and benefits that bees bring to the environment. #beekeeping #teaching #localcommunity #e
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View fullsize Attending the @thenativeirishhoneybeesociety NIHBS Annual Conference 2025. This year’s theme, “Protecting what we have: Conserving Ireland’s unique ecotype,” underscores our commitment to safeguarding the native Irish honey be
View fullsize See this month’s blog on hive maintenance during March https://www.sneembeekeepers.com/blog/g0jg59x00be1f2xuy6qalsphpwezqk
View fullsize Sneem beekeepers spending another evening preparing for St Patrick’s Day parade float 👍 #bees #stpatricksday #sneem #beekeepers