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Bangor-on-Dee
A little taste of home!
Set in our village of Bangor-on-Dee, there’s always something lovely about tending the bees right here in the village we call home.
OUR APIARIES
The places our bees
call home
Five local sites, each with its own story
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The Woodland
In the Woodland our bees live among the trees, giving them local access to the distinct woodland forage and flowers!
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Penley
Our very first apiary where it all began!
A peaceful spot with beautiful views across the surrounding countryside. No matter how many times we visit, it’s always a pleasure to spend time here with the bees.
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Lyneal
Meet our newest apiary just over the border in Shropshire. This apiary is dedicated to producing nucleus colonies or “nucs” for short. This is where we rear young colonies ready to head off to their new homes with beekeepers both new and old. We even send them in the post!
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The Bedroom Apiary
Last year, huge numbers of wasps were attacking our hives and killing our bees. Not knowing what else to do, I brought the bees home... literally!
The flat roof just outside our bedroom window became our very own Bedroom Apiary! We've always been committed to looking after our bees. We just didn't expect to be sleeping quite so close to the job!
The bees have since moved to The Woodland Apiary, leaving the roof empty for now. But who knows? They might be back next year!
HAVE SPACE FOR BEES?
A new home
for our hives
We're always happy to consider suitable locations for new apiaries across Wrexham, Shropshire and Cheshire. Believe it or not, honeybees can travel three miles or more from their hives in search of flowers! We therefore like to keep our apiaries well spaced apart, helping to reduce overlap in foraging areas and allowing the honey from each location to reflect the flowers growing nearby.
We retain ownership of the bees and equipment and provide an agreed amount of honey as rent. This is separate from a paid, tailored hive-management service at a business’s premises.
Talk to Gordon about your siteWHAT MAKES A SUITABLE SITE?
Reliable access
Practical vehicle access for moving hives, equipment and honey, including when the weather is wet. There needs to be space to work safely around the colonies.
A sheltered, dry position
Firm, well-drained ground with some sun and shelter from prevailing winds. Damp hollows, flood-prone ground and exposed spots are less suitable.
Room away from people
A discreet position, out of general view and away from busy paths, public access and frequently used areas. A hedge or screen can help direct the bees’ flight upwards.
Forage and water nearby
A variety of flowering plants through the season and a suitable water supply help support the bees. We can discuss the surroundings and whether the site could work.
Not sure whether your land would be suitable? Please get in touch and Gordon will be more than happy to come out and have a look.