Bee Nucs for Sale UK — From £330
National & Langstroth 6-Frame Colonies
Secure your Overwintered, Spring & Summer nucs for 2026. Raised in Dorset with UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queens. Supplied in brand-new Paynes poly nucs — available for UK-wide delivery or Dorset collection.
Why So Many Bee Nucs Disappoint New Beekeepers
For new beekeepers, a strong start matters — yet not all bee nucs for sale in the UK are created equal. Too many are mass-produced splits supplied on old or mismatched frames, headed by poor-quality queens that were never selected for calm temperament or consistent performance.
- Unreliable sourcing: mass-produced nucs with inconsistent brood patterns and behaviour.
- Queen concerns: unproven or poorly mated queens that stall early-season build-up.
- Old comb & tired frames: legacy issues and disease risk carried over from old stock.
- Swarmy lines: reactive splits from swarmy stock instead of stable, selected breeders.
The result? Slow build-up, unpredictable behaviour, and a frustrating first season. It shouldn’t be this hard to find a 6-frame nucleus colony that’s calm, productive, and ready for UK conditions.
Made Without Compromise — Raised and Overwintered in Dorset
We understand how discouraging it can be to start your beekeeping journey with unreliable stock. Every season we hear the same stories — nucs that arrive weak, swarmy, or ill-suited to the UK climate. That’s why at Jurassic Bees, we decided to do things differently.
Each 6-frame nucleus colony is bred and overwintered here in Dorset from our own UK-mated Buckfast and Carniolan queens. We use brand-new Paynes poly nucs, fresh comb less than a year old, and proven genetics selected for calm behaviour, steady build-up, and strong honey yield. Every colony is inspected under NBU hygiene and biosecurity standards before release.
Our approach isn’t mass production — it’s craft beekeeping at scale. Made without compromise means we care for each colony as if it were staying in our own apiary, so you can begin next season with bees that are calm, productive, and ready to thrive.
How to Secure Your Bees — Our Simple 3-Step Plan
We make ordering your bee nucs for sale UK simple and transparent. Follow these three easy steps to reserve your healthy, UK-mated colony with confidence.
1️⃣ Choose Your Nucleus Colony
Select Overwintered (Apr), Spring (May), or Summer (Jun) delivery — in either National or Langstroth format.
2️⃣ Reserve with a £50 Deposit
Place your deposit to secure your bees for the season. We’ll confirm your order and schedule delivery or collection from Dorset.
3️⃣ We Care for Your Bees Until They’re Ready
Your nucleus colony is nurtured under expert husbandry through spring build-up or winter care, ensuring it’s calm, productive, and ready to thrive when you receive it.
When the season arrives, your 6-frame nucleus colony will be settled and ready — raised with the same care and precision we give our own hives.
Ready to Secure Your Bees?
Choose your preferred delivery period below and reserve your bees today — we’ll handle the rest.
From April
Overwintered National Nucs (6-Frame Poly)
Winter-proven National nucleus colonies (WBC-compatible) with UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queen. Supplied in Paynes 6-frame poly nucs.
View Overwintered National NucsFrom May
Spring National Nucs (6-Frame Poly)
New-season National nucs with UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queen — steady growth through the main flow. Supplied in Paynes 6-frame poly nucs (WBC-compatible).
View Spring National NucsFrom April
Overwintered Langstroth Nucs (Flow Hive Ready)
Overwintered Langstroth nucleus colonies with UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queens. Direct transfer into Flow Hive brood boxes; supplied in poly nucs.
View Overwintered Langstroth NucsFrom May
Spring Langstroth Nucs (Flow Hive Ready)
Limited-run Langstroth nucs for the main season. UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queen; direct transfer to Flow Hive or standard Langstroth brood boxes.
View Spring Langstroth NucsDon’t Leave Your First Season to Chance
Every season, we hear from beekeepers who waited too long or bought cheap, mass-produced nucs — only to watch their colonies struggle to build up or fail before summer. Don’t risk losing precious weeks of the season or starting with weak stock. Secure your Jurassic Bees nucleus colony early and begin the year with bees bred for strength, calmness, and UK resilience.
Start the Season with Confidence
Picture your first hive humming with calm, productive bees — comb drawn evenly, brood expanding, supers filling. That’s the difference a well-bred Jurassic Bees nuc makes. Each colony is raised and overwintered in Dorset under expert husbandry, ensuring you begin spring not with uncertainty, but with confidence and bees made without compromise.
Trusted UK Supplier of National & Langstroth Nucs
Dorset-raised 6-frame nucleus colonies in brand-new Paynes poly nucs, headed by UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queens. Royal Mail Special Delivery (by 1pm) nationwide or local Dorset hand-delivery. Our bee nucs for sale UK sell out each season — reserve early.
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9 Reasons Beekeepers Choose Our 6-Frame Nucs
A quick look at why our bee nucs for sale UK earn repeat customers: National (WBC-compatible) and Langstroth (Flow Hive-ready) nucleus colonies with UK-mated queens, clean equipment and practical support — raised for UK conditions and delivered with care.
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Proven UK-Mated F1 Queens
Buckfast or Carniolan lines selected for calm handling, tight brood pattern and strong spring build-up.
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Consistent 6-Frame Nucleus
Typically 3–4 frames of brood plus food stores, on fresh foundation for a clean, disease-aware start.
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National & Langstroth Options
National nucs are WBC-compatible; Langstroth nucs drop straight into Flow Hive brood boxes.
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Quality Paynes Poly Nucs
Insulated, durable boxes with ventilation and travel screens — easier handling and safer transport.
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Adapted to UK Conditions
Raised for local weather patterns to support reliable overwintering and early spring momentum.
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Hygiene & Biosecurity
NBU-aligned practices with routine health checks and Varroa management before dispatch.
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Practical Support
Phone/email help and scheduled Teams calls, plus checklists and install guides for a smooth first season.
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Selected for Calm Handling
Docile colonies that are straightforward to inspect — ideal for beginners and multi-hive apiaries.
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Clear, Transparent Spec
Marked queens by year, clean equipment, and an upfront spec — easy records and no surprises.
Shop by Hive Type — National & Langstroth Nucs (UK)
Our Bee Nucs for Sale UK start from £330. Choose 6-frame poly nucleus colonies with UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queens on National (WBC-compatible) or Langstroth frames. UK delivery or Dorset collection. Langstroth nucs are Flow Hive compatible.
NATIONAL
National Nucleus Colonies (6-Frame Poly, WBC-Compatible)
British Standard frames on new comb with a UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queen. Supplied in Paynes poly nucs. From £330 — UK delivery or collection.
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LANGSTROTH
Langstroth Nucleus Colonies (6-Frame Poly, Flow Hive-Ready)
Langstroth nucs that drop straight into Flow Hive brood boxes. Calm, productive colonies with UK-mated queens. From £330 — UK delivery or collection.
Shop Langstroth Nucs⚠️ Our nucs sell out every season — pre-order early to secure your bees.
Nuc Dispatch Windows (UK) — Overwintered, Spring & Summer
Typical availability (weather-dependent). Our Bee Nucs for Sale UK start from £330 and are supplied as 6-frame nucleus colonies in brand-new Paynes poly nucs with UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queens. Overwintered from April, Spring from May, Summer from June. UK delivery or Dorset collection.
Looking for queens instead? Visit our UK-mated Queen Bees for Sale.
National, WBC & Langstroth Nucs for Sale UK — 6-Frame Poly from £330
National Nucs (British Standard — WBC Compatible)
Our National nucleus colonies are supplied on new frames in secure Paynes 6-frame poly nucs, headed by UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queens. Typical contents: 3–4 frames of brood plus food stores (total 6 frames). UK delivery or Dorset collection. Part of our Bee Nucs for Sale UK range.
WBC compatibility: WBC brood boxes take National frames, so our National nucs transfer directly — no adaptors needed.
- Availability: Overwintered (Apr), Spring (May), Summer (Jun)
- Best for: National or WBC hive setups; beginners wanting the most common UK standard
- From: £330
Langstroth Nucs (Flow Hive Compatible)
Langstroth nucleus colonies raised in Dorset; fully compatible with Flow Hive brood boxes and standard Langstroth equipment. Supplied in Paynes 6-frame poly nucs with a UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queen; typically 3–4 frames of brood plus stores. UK delivery or Dorset collection.
- Availability: Overwintered (Apr), Spring (May), Summer (Jun)
- Best for: Flow Hive owners; keepers already on Langstroth gear
- From: £330
Which Nuc is Right for You?
Every 6-frame nucleus colony is health-checked, Varroa-managed and headed by a UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queen. Our Bee Nucs for Sale UK start from £330. Use this quick guide to choose the right option.
- Overwintered Nucs (April) — Earliest, strongest start in spring; proven colonies that build fast with the first flows. Reserve early — these sell out every year.
- Spring Nucs (May) — Newly established 6-frame poly colonies with vigorous queens for steady growth through the main season.
- Summer Nucs (June) — Flexible timing for later starters or apiary expansion; build strength for winter and next season.
- Frame Standard — Choose British Standard National (WBC-compatible) or Langstroth frames. Langstroth nucs are Flow Hive ready (Shop Langstroth nucs).
- Ordering & Delivery — From £330. Reserve now for your chosen dispatch window. Collect in Dorset or choose safe UK-wide delivery via Royal Mail Special Delivery.
Seasonal Bee Nucs for Sale UK — Overwintered, Spring & Summer
Overwintered Nucs (April): Strong, hardy colonies proven through winter — ideal if you want early-season momentum and the fastest spring build-up.
Spring Nucs (May): Balanced option with vigorous new queens in 6-frame poly nucs. A popular choice for beginners seeking reliable growth.
Summer Nucs (June): Flexible choice for later starters or expanding apiaries — build strength for the following season.
*Approximate yields; forage, weather and management dependent.
⚠️ Availability is limited. We recommend reserving early for your preferred dispatch window.
What Beekeepers Are Saying
Hear from customers across the UK who have started their beekeeping journey with Jurassic Bees nucs. From beginners to experienced apiaries, our colonies are trusted for calm temperament, strong growth, and reliable queens.
How to Install / Transfer a Nuc — Video + Ongoing Mentoring
We don’t just sell bees — we support you after delivery. Each season we help new and experienced beekeepers with nuc installation, early inspections and hive management via phone, email and scheduled Microsoft Teams calls.
Video: Step-by-step nuc installation — frame order, hive placement, feeding, and settling the colony.
Quick transcript highlights
- Unpack 6-frame poly nuc and check UK-mated Buckfast or Carniolan queen is marked and laying.
- Transfer frames into National (WBC-compatible) or Langstroth/Flow Hive brood box in the same order.
- Position hive, reduce entrance, and feed lightly if forage is limited.
- First inspection timing, swarm-prevention cues, and what good brood pattern looks like.
Mentoring & Support Included
- Phone support: talk through inspections, feeding and troubleshooting.
- Email guidance: send photos and questions for clear, actionable steps.
- Teams calls (scheduled): screen-share for step-by-step help when needed.
- Best-practice handouts: nuc transfer checklist, first-week plan, inspection notes.
- Key moments covered: swarm prevention timing, brood issues, requeening decisions.
Support is provided by phone, email, or scheduled Teams calls.