In celebration of the initiative, the Council is planning various activities including a ‘Buzzy Bee Hunt’ and ‘Best Buzzy Bee’ drawing competition with prizes for the top three entries. Special guest Bez the Buzzy Bee and his friend Winnie the Pooh will also be there on the day for children to meet.
In addition, there will be face painting, Manx wildlife produce stalls and the Manx Wildlife Trust and IOM Beekeepers Federation will be in attendance for people to learn more about what bees do and their importance both locally and globally.
Councillor Andrew Bentley, Chair of the Regeneration and Community Committee, said: ‘It’s hugely important that we protect our local bee population as the role they play in the environment is vital. We actively run a Pollinator Action Plan where we take on pollinator projects throughout the year. This includes planting of bee friendly flowers in a presentable fashion and actively identifying and protecting pollinator habitats wherever possible.’
The event on Saturday 21st May starts at 11am and runs until 4pm.
Douglas Borough Council Creates a Buzz with Bee Friendly Day
-
13-03-2024
Douglas to Welcome Her Majesty Queen Camilla
-
31-01-2024
Douglas sets rate at 573p for 2024-25
-
30-01-2024
Official Douglas welcome to mark bicentenary of RNLI
-
20-12-2023
Shine bright - praise for Capital's christmas lights
-
20-12-2023
Council announces dates for festive refuse and recycling collections
-
20-12-2023
Mayor urges business support for 'inspiring' young people
-
23-10-2023
Capital to Honour its War Heroes
-
23-10-2023
Firework extravaganza to delight and dazzle Douglas
-
29-09-2023
Plans being finalised for Christmas in the Capital
-
29-09-2023
Douglas Council to Introduce Motorhome Site at Noble's Park
-
08-09-2023
Community to the fore as Capital prepares to host Civic Sunday
-
16-08-2023
Tower Insurance 'Tower of Refuge Walk' to return next month
-
31-07-2023
Consultation on Reform of the Local Government Pension Scheme
-
28-07-2023
Annual Summerland memorial service to be held next Wednesday
-
19-07-2023
A summer of fun awaits all in the Capital!
-
12-07-2023
Final chance to nominate Community Champion
-
23-06-2023
New Site a 'Milestone' to Help Deliver a Sustainable Waste Vision
-
06-06-2023
New £3 Million Sustainable Site Set to Open
-
19-05-2023
Could you be a Community Champion?
-
16-05-2023
Mayor Launches 2023-24 Fundraising Appeal