Recent content by charliepuff

That's a great and swift response. Thanks. It is a private home in quite a rural area. Just trying to dot the i's and cross the t's. Still a lot to do.

If my immediate neighbours have no objections to a new bee hive, do I need to get permission from or inform the local council about my plans. Thank you.

I will read that book, thanks for your reply, life is all about learning curves and I love a new challenge, even if I might get stung in the process. (no pun intended)

I am Just outside Maldon in Essex

Thanks, for all your input. I shall take on board your suggestions and see if I can find and join a local society or equivalent.

Thanks for the swift replies. I am thinking of setting up a National Assembled 6 frame Hive standard deep. can this be done with feeding the bees, or what is a good size nuc to start with. I am not thinking of Honey production for personal use at this time. Thanks.

Is it possible to start a new hive with just a mated Queen and some attendants, I have done a lot of reading, but seen nothing on this matter. Any ideas very welcome. Thank you.