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Success....brood box full and they are drawing out comb. New hive meant to be here tomorrow so the DIY will begin.

Thanks of the replies and advice, this is really helpful. Quick update.... Greatfully received a 2ft x 2ft piece of plywood from carpenter friend who also cut a hole around 6 inches by 6 inches into it. Placed plywood directly on top of compost bin and placed old super with new frames covering...

Thanks for the replies..... I have ordered a new hive today, hopefully it will be here in a few days and I will have a go at putting it together (DIY skill will surely be tested). I did consider buying a nuc but thought a hive would be more useful long term. The bin is full up to approx 10...

Hi and thanks for allowing me to join. I’m relatively new to beekeeping and inherited a hive last year which appears to be doing quite well (extracted 30lbs this year already). I received a call this evening from a friend who has a swarm in their compost bin (they said they witnessed the dark...