Thanks all for suggestions and views, this is very reassuring. On the removal of the entrance block, are there any downsides, or is it just what should be done when there is lots of activity at this time of year
I just got my first hive from a reputable supplier about 6 weeks ago. The colony was pretty numerous when it arrived and I added a sup straight away. In the past 2 weeks I have been unable to identify the marked queen. The brood frames look pretty full of all you would expect - v young larvae...