Where to Buy Bees in Wiltshire (UK)

Order calm, productive nucleus colonies on National or Langstroth frames with rapid UK delivery to Swindon, Salisbury, Trowbridge, Chippenham, Marlborough, Devizes, Warminster and across Wiltshire. Bred for gentle temperament and steady build-up — perfect for beginners and growing apiaries.

Trusted supplier of bees in Wiltshire

Queens and nucs mated on the Wiltshire–Dorset border, delivered across Wiltshire in brand-new Paynes poly nucs. Calm, productive Buckfast & Carniolan lines.

Wiltshire Delivery & Nationwide
Special Delivery or arranged collection; secure UK shipping
UK-Mated Buckfast & Carniolan
Calm temperaments, strong brood patterns
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Managed to NBU-aligned biosecurity guidelines
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Wiltshire Delivery & Coverage

We deliver nucleus colonies across Wiltshire via Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1pm (next day), or you can arrange collection by appointment. We regularly ship to Swindon, Salisbury, Trowbridge, Chippenham, Marlborough, Devizes, Warminster and rural villages in between.

  • Nucs: £330 fixed price. Paynes poly nucs only.
  • Postage: Nucs can be shipped nationwide; 50% are posted, 50% delivered/collected.
  • Queens: Posted nationwide — fast, safe and trackable.

Tip: Overwintered nucs book out early (from April). Spring nucs from May; Summer nucs from June.

Why Wiltshire Beekeepers Choose Us

Calm, productive lines

Buckfast & Carniolan genetics selected for steady build-up and gentle handling.

Paynes poly nucs

Durable, warm, and ready to transfer — sized for National or Langstroth.

Health & hygiene

NBU-aligned hygiene practices and robust biosecurity protocols.

Clear, fixed pricing

Nucs are £330. Queens shipped nationwide via Special Delivery.

Ready when you are

Overwintered (Apr), Spring (May), Summer (Jun) options to match your timing.

Local adaptation

Our queens and nucs are mated on the Wiltshire–Dorset border, producing bees adapted to local forage, climate and conditions for stronger survival and productivity.

What Wiltshire Beekeepers Say

“Calmest nuc I’ve ever installed — straight onto 10 frames within two weeks.”

— A. P., Chippenham

“Delivery to Salisbury was spot-on — strong brood pattern and plenty of stores.”

— J. R., Salisbury

9 Reasons Wiltshire Beekeepers Choose Our Nucs

Queens and nucs are mated on the Wiltshire–Dorset border for local adaptation. Calm, productive colonies on National or Langstroth frames, supplied in Paynes poly nucs and delivered quickly across Wiltshire.

1 Wiltshire–Dorset border forage supporting adapted bees

Locally Adapted Stock

Mated on the Wiltshire–Dorset border for local forage and weather patterns. Expect steady build-up, strong overwintering and consistent performance in Wiltshire apiaries.

2 Gentle bees clustered calmly on a frame

Calm, Easy Handling

Selected Buckfast & Carniolan lines for docility and manageable inspections — ideal near homes, gardens and allotments around Wiltshire.

3 Securely packaged nucleus colony ready for dispatch

Guaranteed Live Arrival

Secure packaging and timed dispatch. In the rare event of a problem, we’ll replace or refund — giving you confidence when ordering to Wiltshire.

4 Fresh frames and poly nuc equipment

Paynes Poly Nucs & Fresh Frames

Supplied in Paynes 6-frame poly nucs with clean frames/foundation for warmth, durability and a strong start.

5 Simple, transparent nuc pricing

Clear, Fixed Pricing

£330 for nucs. No surprises — transparent costs, straightforward ordering and timely communication.

6 Robust queen suited to UK climate

Proven in UK Climate

Lines selected to thrive in UK weather for dependable brood rearing, nectar gathering and overwintering in Wiltshire.

7 Seasonal nucs ready for installation

Seasonal Options

Overwintered (Apr), Spring (May), Summer (Jun) — choose the timing that suits your apiary plan.

8 Experienced beekeeper support

Friendly Expert Support

Help with installs, feeding and queen introductions — practical advice from beekeepers who raise what they sell.

9 Hygienic beekeeping and education

Health & Hygiene First

NBU-aligned hygiene practices and careful stock management for robust, healthy colonies.

FAQs — Buying Bees in Wiltshire

Do you deliver nucs to Wiltshire?
Yes — we post nucs via Royal Mail Special Delivery (by 1pm next day) across Wiltshire, or you can arrange collection.
What frame sizes do you supply?
National and Langstroth in Paynes poly nucs.
When are nucs available?
Overwintered from April; Spring from May; Summer from June (subject to season).
Do nucs come with a mated queen?
Yes — calm, proven queens with consistent brood pattern.
Is posting a nuc safe?
Yes — we use secure Paynes boxes, appropriate ventilation, and timed delivery; follow the enclosed install guidance on arrival.

Buy Bees in Wiltshire — Nucleus Colonies

Order calm, productive nucs to Swindon, Salisbury, Trowbridge, Chippenham, Marlborough, Devizes, Warminster and across Wiltshire. £330 fixed pricing in Paynes 6-frame poly nucs.

From April

Overwintered National Nucleus Colony

Overwintered Nucs – Wiltshire

Winter-proven colonies for rapid spring build-up. Delivered across Wiltshire (Swindon, Salisbury, Chippenham). Supplied in Paynes 6-frame poly nucs.

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From May

Spring National Nucleus Colony

Spring Nucs – Wiltshire

Balanced timing for Wiltshire beekeepers — strong build-up before summer. Ideal around Trowbridge, Marlborough and Devizes.

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From April

Overwintered Langstroth Nucleus Colony

Langstroth Nucs – Wiltshire

Overwintered Langstroth nucs, Flow Hive friendly. Posted or arranged collection for Wiltshire beekeepers.

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From May

Spring Langstroth Nucleus Colony

Langstroth Spring Nucs – Wiltshire

Spring Langstroth nucs (limited numbers). Suitable for Flow or standard hives with delivery across Wiltshire.

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Queen Bees Delivered to Wiltshire

Mated & virgin Buckfast and Carniolan queens — posted via Special Delivery to Salisbury, Swindon, Chippenham, Trowbridge, Marlborough, Devizes, Warminster and across Wiltshire.

Danish F1 Mated Buckfast Queen

Danish F1 Mated Buckfast Queen

Selected for calm temperament and strong spring build-up. Posted to Wiltshire via Special Delivery.

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Virgin F1 Buckfast Queen

Virgin F1 Buckfast Queen

Ready for mating in your local conditions — a flexible option for Wiltshire beekeepers.

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Virgin Carniolan Queen

Virgin Carniolan Queen

Fast spring growth and gentle handling — ideal for building up colonies in Wiltshire.

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UK-Mated Carniolan Queen

UK-Mated Carniolan Queen

Steady temperament and strong foraging with UK mating — shipped safely to Wiltshire addresses.

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