Bee Nucs for Sale UK
High-quality 6-frame nucleus colonies with UK-mated queens. Supplied in new poly nuc boxes, ready for collection in Dorset or secure UK delivery.
Trusted UK Supplier of 6-Frame Bee Nucs
Dorset-raised bee nucs for sale with UK-mated queens, supplied in brand-new Paynes poly nucs. Ready for National or Langstroth equipment, with collection in Dorset or secure UK delivery.
Dorset Collection & UK Delivery
Pickup by appointment or Royal Mail Special Delivery (by 1 pm)
UK-Mated, Proven Queens
Selected for calm handling and consistent brood patterns
NBU-Aligned Hygiene
Health-checked stock, clean kit and biosecure handling
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Bee Nucs for Sale UK — 6-Frame Nucleus Colonies
Premium bee nucs for sale, raised in Dorset and ready for National or Langstroth hives. Supplied in new poly nuc boxes with proven queens.
Each colony is established on six frames with brood, food reserves and a steady laying pattern from a UK-mated queen. Colonies are housed in Paynes poly nuc boxes for safe transport and easy transfer to your equipment. Seasonal batches — Overwintered (Apr), Spring (May) and Summer (Jun) — are available to pre-order so you can plan your beekeeping year with confidence.
All nucs are raised under NBU-aligned hygiene practices and adapted to UK conditions. Whether you’re a first-time beekeeper or building up an existing apiary, our bee nucs for sale UK offer calm, productive colonies for collection in Dorset or secure UK-wide delivery.
Choose Your Bee Nucleus Colony
Select the nucleus colony that fits your season and equipment.
Ready from April
Overwintered Bee Nucs (UK)
Winter-hardened colonies that burst into growth at spring flow. Supplied in Paynes 6-frame poly nucs.
Explore Overwintered Bee NucsAvailable May
Spring Bee Nucs (UK)
Vigorous spring colonies for building up ahead of summer honey flows. In Paynes 6-frame poly nucs.
Order Spring Bee NucsReady from April
Overwintered Langstroth Nucs
Overwintered Langstroth-format nucs — Flow Hive friendly. Supplied in Paynes poly nucs.
View Langstroth Bee NucsAvailable May
Spring Langstroth Bee Nucs (UK)
Limited spring Langstroth colonies for standard or Flow Hive setups.
Order Langstroth Spring NucsDelivery & Collection Options
Free Nationwide Delivery
Securely shipped by Royal Mail Special Delivery (by 1 pm). Ventilated packaging keeps colonies calm in transit.
Delivered by the Bee Farmer (Dorset)
Hand-delivered anywhere in Dorset by our beekeeper for the calmest start on day one.
Collect from Jurassic Bees
Book a collection slot in Dorset. Bring straps and a ventilated vehicle; nucs are sealed and ready to travel.
What’s Included with Your Bee Nuc
Six Frames
Brood at all stages, plus food reserves, ready to expand.
UK-Mated Queen
A proven queen selected for calm handling and steady laying.
New Poly Nuc Box
Durable Paynes poly nuc with secure ventilation for travel.
Health-Checked
Prepared under NBU hygiene standards and Varroa managed.
Buckfast vs Carniolan Bees — Which Nuc is Right for You?
Choosing the right bee strain can make all the difference in your beekeeping journey. Both Buckfast and Carniolan bees are excellent options — here’s how they compare.
Buckfast Bees
- Calm, easy to handle
- Steady spring build-up
- Good honey yields
- Adaptable to varied forage
Carniolan Bees
- Exceptionally gentle
- Rapid spring expansion
- Efficient use of stores
- Well-suited to cooler climates
Bee Nucs for Sale — Common Questions
What makes up a 6-frame bee nuc?
Each nuc contains six frames with brood, food stores and bees, plus a proven UK-mated queen. Colonies are supplied in secure Paynes poly nuc boxes.
When are bee nucs available to order?
We release nucs by season — Overwintered (April), Spring (May) and Summer (June). Early pre-ordering is the best way to secure bees.
Can bee nucs be delivered nationwide?
Yes — nucs are shipped via Royal Mail Special Delivery (by 1 pm), or hand-delivered across Dorset. Secure ventilation keeps colonies calm in transit.
Which hives are your nucs suited for?
We supply both National nucs (compatible with WBC) and Langstroth nucs. Choose the format that matches your existing equipment.
Why choose Jurassic Bees nucs?
Our bee nucs for sale UK are Dorset-raised under NBU hygiene standards, health-checked, Varroa managed and headed by proven queens. Calm, productive colonies with reliable UK delivery.