Buy Overwintered National Nuc – 6-Frame Poly
Pre-Order for April 2027
2027 Overwintered National Nucleus Colony — £330
Looking to buy overwintered nucs for sale in the UK? Our 2027 Overwintered National Nucleus Colonies are raised on our Dorset apiaries and supplied with a mated F1 Buckfast or Carniolan queen. Having successfully overwintered, these colonies provide one of the strongest starts available for spring, making them ideal for both beginners and experienced beekeepers looking for rapid colony growth and the best opportunity for a first honey crop.
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 National Nucs for Sale 2027 – 6 Frame Poly | Buckfast or Carniolan | UK Delivery
Our 2027 overwintered National nucleus colonies have been carefully managed throughout autumn and winter, allowing them to build rapidly once spring temperatures arrive. Every colony is inspected prior to dispatch and supplied in a brand new Paynes poly nuc box, ready to transfer into your National hive.
Why choose an overwintered 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 beekeepers, an overwintered National nuc represents the quickest route to a productive colony while reducing many of the risks associated with starting later in the year.
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 local Dorset delivery.
- ✔ Free telephone and email support after purchase.
Breeding & Selection
Our queens are selected from proven lines suited to British beekeeping, producing colonies known for their calm temperament, consistent brood production and reliable spring development.
- Gentle temperament suitable for beginners and experienced beekeepers.
- Strong brood pattern throughout the season.
- Fast spring build-up.
- Excellent honey gathering potential.
- Good hygienic behaviour.
Queens are supplied mated, laying and marked in the current year's colour.
How we prepare your 2027 overwintered nuc
- Balanced colonies entering winter.
- Regular monitoring of food stores and queen performance.
- Integrated Varroa management using recognised good practice.
- Full spring inspection before dispatch.
- Delayed dispatch if weather conditions make transport unsuitable.
What's Included
- 6-frame National 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.
UK Delivery & Collection
- Royal Mail Special Delivery before 1pm throughout mainland UK.
- Hand delivery throughout Dorset.
- Collection by arrangement from Dorset.
We will contact you 2–4 weeks before your bees are ready to arrange delivery or collection and issue your final invoice.
Installing Your National Nuc
Transfer your colony into your National hive during mild weather and feed lightly if natural forage is limited.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When will my overwintered nuc be delivered?
We aim to dispatch during April 2027, although timing depends on weather and colony development.
Will this fit my National hive?
Yes. Our colonies are supplied on standard British National frames ready to transfer directly into a National hive.
Can beginners buy an overwintered nucleus colony?
Absolutely. Overwintered nucs are often the easiest way to start beekeeping because they are already well established.
What happens if spring is delayed?
If weather conditions are unsuitable, we simply delay dispatch until colonies are strong enough to travel safely.
2027 Availability & Payment
Demand for our 2027 overwintered National nucleus colonies is highest during autumn and winter. Ordering early secures your place in the 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 dispatch.
- 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.
