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Exactly ! We all make mistakes and that is how we learn and remember... both from the good and the not so good experiences... Cornwall will certainly be warmer and milder than here in Norfolk , Lincolnshire or North Wales and Scotland at present...

"Nevertheless, the figures, or the NBU's assumptions, would suggest that in the UK we have almost six colonies per beekeeper, which from memory would indicate an increasing trend. Nevertheless, we in the UK are still way, way behind the rest of Europe. See attached. To put it politely, but...

Species and sex England & Wales Scotland Roe Buck April 1 – Oct 31 April 1 – Oct 20 Doe Nov 1 – Mar 31 Oct 21 – Mar 31 plenty of time... roe is delicious with a side of buttered Kale ;) 😋

In 2017, the grass snakes found in Britain and western Europe were reclassified as a new species (Natrix helvetica) (so this would be a Barred Grass Snake) to separate them from those in central and eastern Europe (Natrix natrix). there is thought to be a small population of Natrix natrix in...

"I suppose it doesn't help that over the years the BBKA has painted itself as the preserve of white middle class professional hobbyists and retirees" is that deliberate though or just a reflection of those with an interest in beekeeping?? it is certainly "a club" and not having a diversity of...

"Thats a blast form the past - haven't been to Roys of Wroxham for the better part of twenty-five years - are they still going?" They are indeed! No bees though... ;) they wont stay in the carrier bags...;)🐝;)

"Four of us rode as horsemen of the apocalypse at an Icelandic horse association celebration a few years ago. I was War on my red horse." Not the 5th Horseman.... Health & Safety then???;)

"Curly green finger's, post: 806315, member: 18818"] A few boxes completed ready for the new season Nice Mark what paint do you use 'Shades'??

I suppose it also depends on what you intend to do with the group? Open a hive? Suggest an observation hive a better option if available. risk assessment def required - inc what to do if something goes wrong! location of local hospital .... those with known allergic reactions to have an epi...

No experience of either but have just bought some Nicot gear... watching Youtube vids it just seemed better made, easier to use and more popular!

"A Level maths from long ago suggests to me that it would be Pi. Somehow the "pie variant" doesn't sound that threatening though." .. MMM Pie..

will a review and update on how it performs appear on your Youtube channel?

Haha Beat me too it!! :D if you put them in the river the Environment Agency will be after you ;)... although it doesn't do the water companies any harm! :(:rolleyes:

might show it better... English Saffron Our Saffron and Our Story

think good drainage is important. from what i know it was traditionally grown in raised beds in England... https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/business/norfolk-saffron-an-intricate-harvest-for-a-precious-crop-910154

i too have thought about this ... have saved a few papers and articles .... this might be of interest though ... Norfolk Saffron

you could use an old plastic feed or fertiliser sack? i think Richard Noel uses something like this which has built in thermal quality for his nucs (as per youtube) although a bit pricey for a few nucs... www.screwfix.com/p/ybs-thermawrap-general-purpose-insulation-10-x-1-05m/9691p am thinking...