I'll give further recommendation to Pete's hives. I all but cried to put it outside, so fine was the workmanship!
Not only does Pete make hives that are finished better than most furniture, he's also great to deal with, very knowledgable and most willing to help in any way he can. I'll not buy...
Some good info and advice here:
http://www.cheshire-bka.co.uk/Articles/AnaphylacticShock.php
Be reassured that severe reactions to bee stings are very rare, much rarer than reactions to wasp for example.
If you do suffer swelling or itching from bee stings then antihistamines will help reduce...