Overwintered Langstroth Nuc for Sale UK | 6-Frame Poly | £330
Pre-Order for April 2027
2027 Overwintered Langstroth Nucleus Colony — £330
Looking to buy Overwintered Langstroth nucs for sale in the UK? Our 2027 Overwintered Langstroth Nucleus Colonies are raised on our Dorset apiaries and supplied on standard Langstroth frames, making them ideal for Flow Hive brood boxes and all standard Langstroth hives. Each colony includes a mated F1 Buckfast or Carniolan queen and provides one of the strongest possible starts to the beekeeping season.
Secure your colony with a £50 non-refundable deposit. Target dispatch is April 2027 (weather permitting). The remaining balance is payable by bank transfer (BACS) no later than two weeks before your agreed delivery or collection date.
Overwintered Langstroth Nucs for Sale 2027 – 6 Frame Poly | Buckfast or Carniolan | UK Delivery
Our 2027 Overwintered Langstroth nucleus colonies have been carefully managed throughout autumn and winter, allowing them to expand rapidly as spring temperatures rise. Every colony is inspected before dispatch and supplied in a brand new Paynes poly nuc box, ready to transfer directly into your Langstroth hive or Flow Hive brood box.
Why choose an Overwintered Langstroth nucleus colony?
Overwintered nucleus colonies have already survived a full British winter and are well established before the beekeeping season begins. Compared with spring-made nucleus colonies, they generally produce earlier brood expansion, stronger populations during spring nectar flows and the greatest opportunity for a honey crop in their first season.
For many Flow Hive and Langstroth beekeepers, an Overwintered Langstroth nuc is the quickest route to a productive colony while reducing many of the risks associated with starting later in the year.
Designed for Flow Hive & Standard Langstroth Hives
Every colony is supplied on standard Langstroth frames, allowing a straightforward transfer into:
- ✔ Flow Hive brood boxes.
- ✔ Standard Langstroth wooden hives.
- ✔ Poly Langstroth hives.
- ✔ Any hive using standard Langstroth brood frames.
There is no need to convert frames or shake bees between hive formats. Simply transfer each frame into your Langstroth brood box and continue normal management.
Why buy from Jurassic Bees?
- ✔ Raised on our Dorset apiaries.
- ✔ UK-raised F1 Buckfast or Carniolan queens.
- ✔ Brand new Paynes 6-frame poly nuc box included.
- ✔ Fresh comb wherever possible, with combs less than one year old.
- ✔ Nationwide Royal Mail Special Delivery or Dorset hand delivery.
- ✔ Free telephone and email support.
Breeding & Selection
Our queens are selected from proven lines suited to British beekeeping, producing calm, productive colonies with strong brood production, excellent honey gathering ability and reliable overwintering performance.
- Gentle temperament.
- Strong brood pattern.
- Rapid spring expansion.
- Excellent honey production.
- Good hygienic behaviour.
Queens are supplied mated, laying and marked in the current year's colour.
What's Included
- 6-frame Langstroth nucleus colony.
- 4 frames containing brood in all stages.
- 2 frames of pollen and honey stores.
- Mated laying F1 Buckfast or Carniolan queen.
- Brand new Paynes poly nuc box.
- Fresh comb wherever possible, with combs less than one year old.
2027 Availability & UK Delivery
Our 2027 Overwintered Langstroth nucleus colonies are expected to be ready from April 2027, subject to weather and colony development. We will contact you approximately 2–4 weeks before dispatch to arrange delivery or collection.
- Royal Mail Special Delivery before 1pm throughout mainland UK.
- Hand delivery throughout Dorset.
- Collection by arrangement from Dorset.
Installing Your Langstroth Nuc
Transfer the six Langstroth frames directly into your brood box during suitable weather. Feed lightly if natural forage is limited.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will these fit my Flow Hive?
Yes. Our colonies are supplied on standard Langstroth brood frames for direct transfer into Flow Hive brood boxes.
Will these fit any Langstroth hive?
Yes. They are supplied on standard Langstroth brood frames compatible with standard Langstroth equipment.
When will my overwintered Langstroth nuc be delivered?
We aim to dispatch during April 2027, depending on colony development and weather conditions.
What's the difference between an overwintered Langstroth nuc and a spring Langstroth nuc?
Overwintered nucs have already survived winter and are generally stronger during early spring, giving the best opportunity for rapid colony growth and an early honey crop.
2027 Availability & Payment
Demand for our 2027 Overwintered Langstroth nucleus colonies is highest during autumn and winter. Ordering early secures your place in our production schedule.
A £50 non-refundable deposit secures your colony. We will contact you 2–4 weeks before dispatch to arrange delivery or collection. The remaining balance is payable by BACS no later than two weeks before your agreed delivery or collection date.
- 6 x DN4 frames of bees (with a minimum of 3 frames containing brood in all stages - BIAS)
- 1 x Queen as per the description.
- 1 x Paynes Poly Nucleus with a ventilated lid and side feeder less than 8 months old
- All frames and foundation less than 12 months old, marked green to indicate year they were put into service
All Paynes Nucs come with free shipping included.
We use 24-hour Royal Mail Special Delivery (Pre 1pm) with Signature REQUIRED.
Nucs are guaranteed to arrive alive. Please note, this service cannot deliver through a letterbox.
Nucs are expected to arrive the day AFTER dispatch. However, we cannot guarantee the exact day or time of delivery.
We guarantee the live arrival of your nucs.
Please ensure your address is 100% accurate. We are not liable for failed deliveries due to incorrect addresses or if you are unavailable to sign for your delivery.
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