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They probably are his hands - what I meant to type, was, there is no footage of an actual inspection par se...

Yup, Ive seen it - its a blooming good film! Ian McKellen plays an old Holmes - dont expect anything like you've seen before, its more of a reflective film. Honey bees feature heavily in it...more so than I imagined. For the age its based in, its pretty true...he doesnt actually handle them...

Dont do associations...far too political. Thanks for your advice. 24...mixed types. Wont divulge exact whereabouts, Faversham should suffice.

Hi If you're looking to get into beekeeping, we could do with a helping hand. Husband has motor neurone disease, and trouble lifting. Must, must, MUST be physically fit and reliable please! In return you will learn beekeeping skills and tuition! We are in Faversham :)

Hello all GandalfWhiteWizard and I are after a Mentee - based in Kent (Sittingbourne/Faversham area). We've a fair few hives and since GWW has been diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease, we've needed assistance with lifting etc. In return, we can offer you mentorship, and hands on experience...

Grand, thanks! And yours?

OP - do you use a manipulation cloth? Have you tried using water instead of smoke? We really shouldnt be killing off our Bees - give them time, reading through your post, I believe that you have remedied the situation, and need to let the old 'stock' die out. Failing that, dont kill them -...

Bob Smith is an excellent chap, really knowledgeable! not worthy

Next spring, definitely wait for then. If you'd like a local colony, we're in Faversham, and by spring, will have stock to go.

Your best bet is to populate it by a caught swarm - cutting down Nuc frames just isnt worth the mess!

Blimey, you do like to get stung, dont you? ;) Hope you're feeling better soon! Widders

Pants - says they're all gone!

Agreed!!! ;)

I know people who have several.....

Yup, seen it happen round here.....