This is an ATE Reads episode, audio versions of selected content from All The Elements - a nonprofit network for those working on diversity in the UK outdoors.

This audio recording is made possible with support from co-operative tour operator HF Holidays, who have been providing walking and activity holidays since 1913. Find out more at

https://www.hfholidays.co.uk/

“Breaking Down Barriers to Beekeeping” is written by Rachel Sampara, read by Rachel Sampara and Francesca Turauskis, audio produced by Francesca Turauskis.

Ever thought about keeping bees? With pollinators in decline, it is an important part of securing our food systems and encouraging biodiversity. Plus we think it’s badass. We asked beekeeper Rachel Sampara to give us the lowdown on beekeeping, how she got started and how she’s helping others to overcome the barriers to this traditional craft.

‘Breaking Down Barriers to Beekeeping’ was first published on alltheelements.co on 30th January 2025. For the text version of the article, more information on Rachel and further resources on beekeeping head to:

https://alltheelements.co/news/diversity-gender-age-gap-in-beekeeping

Our thanks go to HF Holidays, who made the audio version of this article possible. HF Holidays is Britain's longest-running co-operative tour operator, with over 111 years' experience in organising walking and activity holidays worldwide. They connect like-minded people through shared outdoor experiences and have a community of 48,000 members who have a passion for the countryside. As a B Corp Certified business, HF Holidays is dedicated to sustainable travel and community-focused initiatives such as their Pathways Fund, which has been raising money to provide assisted holidays and preserve and protect the countryside.