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Hi, that's find, and I don't see that as being unkind. I will do some research and gain some knowledge first. Thanks.

Our current neighbours rarely use their gardens, I think an older couple that is near the back might sit out now and again when the weather is better. Are you saying that some associations offer a place where you can setup a hive?

Thanks, I didn't really think about how bees could cause problem for neighbours. How are bees purchased? Do they come with the queen? Do you but them in the hive and hope that they stay? With regards to handling the bees, I think I would want a full suit.

Thanks enrico, very kind of you, we should be going to the Royal Bath and West show, so I can speak to the keepers again.

Ok, I suppose, we tend to keep fairly private, the neighbours at the back we have nothing to do with, plus there are some tall edges.

Thanks, so maybe something like this would be ok -...

Thanks very much everyone, really useful information. I've taken on board what has been said. I had a really interesting chat with some keepers at the Bath and west show last year, and we will be going this year, so I can speak to them further. I've seen some hives by an allotment near to us...

Ok thanks, I will look and see if I can find a local setup.

Hi, the garden is about 100ft long and 50ft wide. Didn't think about garden size!

Hi, I'm looking at setting up a honey bee hive in the garden, i no very little about doing this. I'm sure it is more complex than it appears. It's now may, so I think I am too late to start anything off this year. From my basic understanding I will need..... Knowledge Hive Suit Tools Bees, I...

Hi all, just joined as I've been looking at keeping bee hive in the garden. I'm a complete newbie and have not kept bees before. Hoping I can learn as much as possible from here. Thanks Andy