{"product_id":"dorset-poly-spring-langstroth-nucleus-colony","title":"Dorset Poly Spring Langstroth Nucleus Colony - 2027 Delivery","description":"\u003c!-- Short intro --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Order for May 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2027 Spring Langstroth Nucleus Colony — £330\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px;\"\u003eLooking to \u003cstrong\u003ebuy Spring Langstroth nucs for sale in the UK\u003c\/strong\u003e? Our \u003cstrong\u003e2027 Spring Langstroth Nucleus Colonies\u003c\/strong\u003e are raised on our Dorset apiaries and supplied on standard \u003cstrong\u003eLangstroth brood frames\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eFlow Hive brood boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e and all standard Langstroth hives. Each colony is headed by a \u003cstrong\u003eyoung, current-season mated F1 Buckfast or Carniolan queen\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving excellent brood production, strong colony growth and outstanding honey production potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecure your colony\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003e£50 non-refundable deposit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Target dispatch is \u003cstrong\u003eMay 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e (weather permitting). The remaining balance is payable by bank transfer (BACS) no later than two weeks before your agreed delivery or collection date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Hero --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0; box-shadow: 0 6px 20px rgba(2,12,27,.06);\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #0c536c; font-size: 22px; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eSpring Langstroth Nucs for Sale 2027 – 6 Frame Poly | Buckfast or Carniolan | UK Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003e2027 Spring Langstroth nucleus colonies\u003c\/strong\u003e are produced during the current beekeeping season and supplied once they have developed into strong six-frame colonies. Every colony is inspected before dispatch and supplied in a brand new Paynes poly nuc box, ready to transfer directly into your Langstroth hive or Flow Hive brood box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Why Choose --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #E6F4F7; border: 1px solid #cfe8ef; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #0c536c; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eWhy choose a Spring Langstroth nucleus colony?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eSpring Langstroth nucs\u003c\/strong\u003e are headed by \u003cstrong\u003eyoung queens mated during the current season\u003c\/strong\u003e. First-year queens typically produce excellent brood patterns and strong colony expansion while generally having a lower swarming tendency than older queens when managed correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the main nectar flows still ahead, these colonies have plenty of time to build into productive hives before summer. Combined with the simplicity of transferring directly into Langstroth equipment, they are an excellent choice for both new and experienced Flow Hive beekeepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 12px; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Current-season mated F1 Buckfast or Carniolan queen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Strong brood production from a young laying queen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Generally lower swarming tendency than older queens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Excellent honey production potential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Direct transfer into Flow Hive or standard Langstroth brood boxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Compatibility --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #0c536c; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eDesigned for Flow Hive \u0026amp; Standard Langstroth Hives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery colony is supplied on \u003cstrong\u003estandard Langstroth brood frames\u003c\/strong\u003e, making installation quick and straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Flow Hive brood boxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Standard Langstroth wooden hives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Poly Langstroth hives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Any hive using standard Langstroth brood frames.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eThere is no need to transfer bees between frame sizes. Simply move each Langstroth frame into your brood box and continue normal colony management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Trust --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0; box-shadow: 0 6px 20px rgba(2,12,27,.06);\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #0c536c; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eWhy buy from Jurassic Bees?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Raised on our Dorset apiaries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ UK-raised F1 Buckfast or Carniolan queens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Brand new Paynes 6-frame poly nuc box included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Fresh comb wherever possible, with combs less than one year old.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Nationwide Royal Mail Special Delivery or Dorset hand delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Free telephone and email support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Breeding --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #0c536c; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eBreeding \u0026amp; Selection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur queens are selected from proven lines suited to British beekeeping, producing calm, productive colonies with strong brood production, excellent honey gathering ability and reliable performance throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle temperament.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong brood pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRapid colony expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent honey production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood hygienic behaviour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eQueens are supplied mated, laying and marked in the current year's colour.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Included --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0; box-shadow: 0 6px 20px rgba(2,12,27,.06);\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #0c536c; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-frame Langstroth nucleus colony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 frames containing brood in all stages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 frames of pollen and honey stores.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMated laying F1 Buckfast or Carniolan queen (current season).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new Paynes poly nuc box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh comb wherever possible, with combs less than one year old.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Availability --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #E6F4F7; border: 1px solid #cfe8ef; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #0c536c; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800;\"\u003e2027 Availability \u0026amp; UK Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003e2027 Spring Langstroth nucleus colonies\u003c\/strong\u003e are expected to be ready from \u003cstrong\u003eMay 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e, subject to weather and colony development. We will contact you approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2–4 weeks before dispatch\u003c\/strong\u003e to arrange delivery or collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need bees earlier, see our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dorset-poly-overwintered-langstroth-nucleus-colony\"\u003eOverwintered Langstroth Nucs\u003c\/a\u003e. If you're looking later in the season, our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dorset-poly-summer-langstroth-nucleus-colony-2027-delivery\"\u003eSummer Langstroth Nucs\u003c\/a\u003e are usually available from June.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Care --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0; box-shadow: 0 6px 20px rgba(2,12,27,.06);\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #0c536c; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eInstalling Your Langstroth Nuc\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransfer the six Langstroth brood frames directly into your hive during suitable weather and feed lightly if natural forage is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-to-install-a-nucleus-colony-nuc-into-your-hive\"\u003eHow to Install a Nucleus Colony\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sugar-syrup-calculator-for-bees-1-1-2-1-ratios-uk-beekeeping\"\u003eSugar Syrup Calculator\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dorset-poly-overwintered-langstroth-nucleus-colony\"\u003eOverwintered Langstroth Nucs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dorset-poly-summer-langstroth-nucleus-colony-2027-delivery\"\u003eSummer Langstroth Nucs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/buy-langstroth-nucs-uk\"\u003eAll Langstroth Nucs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #f8fafc; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #0c536c; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill these fit my Flow Hive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Every colony is supplied on standard Langstroth brood frames for direct transfer into Flow Hive brood boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill these fit any Langstroth hive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They are compatible with standard Langstroth brood equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose a spring Langstroth nuc instead of an overwintered Langstroth nuc?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpring Langstroth nucs are headed by a \u003cstrong\u003eyoung queen mated during the current season\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving excellent brood production, strong colony growth and generally a lower swarming tendency than colonies headed by older queens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen will my spring Langstroth nuc be delivered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe aim to dispatch during \u003cstrong\u003eMay 2027\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on colony development and weather conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Payment --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #E6F4F7; border: 1px solid #cfe8ef; border-radius: 12px; padding: 18px; margin: 18px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px; color: #0c536c; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 800;\"\u003e2027 Availability \u0026amp; Payment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDemand for our \u003cstrong\u003e2027 Spring Langstroth nucleus colonies\u003c\/strong\u003e is highest during autumn, winter and early spring. Ordering early secures your place in our production schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e£50 non-refundable deposit\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 your agreed delivery or collection date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jurassic Bees","offers":[{"title":"F1 Buckfast","offer_id":58389292187997,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"F1 Carniolan","offer_id":58389292220765,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0869\/2537\/7885\/files\/Spring_Langstroth.png?v=1765751089","url":"https:\/\/jurassicbees.co.uk\/products\/dorset-poly-spring-langstroth-nucleus-colony","provider":"Jurassic Bees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}