Trusted UK supplier of established honey bee colonies
Dorset-raised full colonies on National or Langstroth frames with proven, marked queens. Delivery available anywhere in Dorset. Health-checked and managed to NBU standards.
Delivery Across Dorset
Convenient drop-off anywhere in the county
Proven, Marked Queens
Selected lines; steady brood pattern
NBU Hygiene & Biosecurity
Health-checked and Varroa-managed
Secure Checkout
Deposits via trusted payment providers
5-Star Customer Reviews
Trusted by beekeepers across the UK
Why Choose a Full Colony?
Nucleus colonies are a great way to begin, but a full, established hive lets you expand quickly and start honey production sooner. Our colonies include a proven, marked laying queen, balanced brood and stores, and enough bees to thrive in their new location.
8–10 Frames of Bees
Brood and food supplied on National or Langstroth frames
Proven, Marked Queens
Buckfast, Carniolan, or Dorset-adapted lines
Health Checked
Varroa-managed and inspected before delivery
Full Colony
Just add supers for rapid build-up and honey production
Supplied in a Hive
Arrives in a complete hive — no transfer required
Production Ready
Low-stress start with strong colonies and ongoing support
Overwintered Colonies for Sale UK
Our overwintered colonies are premium stock that have successfully come through winter and are primed for spring build-up. They’re the fastest route to a productive season.
Pricing & Reservations
Established colonies are available in limited numbers each season, with availability in March only. A deposit secures your order, with the balance due on collection or delivery. Availability varies by hive type (National or Langstroth).
Health, Biosecurity & Proven Stock
NBU-aligned practices
Hygiene and biosecurity best practice
Hygiene and biosecurity best practice
Selected, marked queens
Buckfast, Carniolan & Dorset-adapted
Buckfast, Carniolan & Dorset-adapted
IPM varroa control
Monitored and treated appropriately
Monitored and treated appropriately
Five Dorset apiaries
Excellent forage & local adaptation
Excellent forage & local adaptation
Delivery & Transport
Delivery available anywhere in Dorset. We’ll coordinate a convenient drop-off and ensure the colony is secure for transport and placement. Outside Dorset or prefer shipped options? Consider our nucleus colonies with secure UK delivery.
Established Beehives for Sale
Ready-to-go colonies with proven, marked queens and steady brood patterns. Inspected, temperament-selected, and prepared as a complete unit.
Consistent Brood & Stores
Balanced brood nest and food reserves for stability
Proven, Marked Queens
Buckfast, Carniolan, and Dorset-adapted lines
Turnkey Full Colonies
Supplied as complete hives — just add supers
Prefer a Nucleus Colony?
If you’d rather start with a smaller 5–6 frame colony, explore our high-quality nucleus colonies — available in both National and Langstroth formats:
- Overwintered National nucs UK Proven to survive winter, ready for rapid spring build-up.
- Spring National nucs UK 5–6 frames with a young queen, available for May delivery.
- Overwintered Langstroth nucs Supplied in durable poly boxes, ideal for fast expansion.
- Spring Langstroth nucs UK Strong poly nucs for Langstroth beekeepers, ready in 2026.
Trusted UK Supplier of Honey Bees for Sale — Strong, Established Colonies
Our honey bees for sale in the UK are available as strong, healthy established colonies on National or Langstroth frames. Each colony includes a proven, marked queen and a balanced mix of brood and food, ready to build up quickly in season. Colonies are available for collection from Dorset in limited numbers each year.
We prepare each colony for a smooth transfer into your equipment, focusing on calm temperament, steady laying patterns and good productivity. Every colony is regularly inspected and managed to UK best-practice standards, with hygiene and health checks completed before collection. You’ll receive clear guidance on transport, settling the colony, and first-week management so your bees hit the ground running. Availability varies by season; early reservations are recommended. If you’re unsure which frame type you need (National or Langstroth), we’re happy to help you choose the right fit for your setup.