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    Winter’s here!

    A great time to start planning for the new season.

    Already a beekeeper?
    Here's our winter apiary maintenance checklist.

    While the bees are tucked up in their hive

    Unless you’re lucky enough to live in a warm area with year round forage, most beekeepers at this time of year, will have packed down their hives, ensuring that their colonies will be kept warm and have enough honey stores to last the winter. It’s a great time to look ahead and start planning for the new season.

    There are plenty of things to keep an aspiring beekeeper busy during the colder months. These include: choosing the best hive for your needs, joining a bee club, registering as a beekeeper and learning as much as you can about bees!

    Choose your perfect hive

    Assemble your hive

    Paint and protect your hive

    Work out the best location

    Learn as much as you can

    Register as a beekeeper

    Which Flow Hive should I choose?

    All Flow Hives include our revolutionary Flow Technology which allows for easy honey harvesting straight from the hive. All you need to do is decide which hive model will be perfect for you.

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    Assemble your Flow Hive

    Building a new home for your bees is an exciting part of your beekeeping journey. It’s best to take your time and ensure that you get your assembly right. Check out our assembly videos here.

    Top Tip:It’s easiest to paint or stain your hive before you add your windows and latches.

    Why people love their Flow Hive

    Adrian’s love of beekeeping is driving him to research and learn about bees, beekeeping and the environment. And his mum’s also a big fan of the bees!

    "I’m only just starting to learn what I don't know about bees. So I've got many decades to come of learning more about beekeeping.”

    How do I protect my hive?

    Preparing a home for your bees is an exciting and fun part of getting started and in winter, you’ll have plenty of time to get creative when assembling and painting your hive.

    It will need protection from the elements to ensure longevity. We like to leave the inside fresh and natural for the bees.

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    Where do I put my hive?

    The good news is, you can keep a beehive almost anywhere! Especially a Flow Hive, as there is no need for additional processing equipment or for lugging heavy frames full of honey for harvesting. From rooftops to balconies to backyards, it’s now possible to harvest honey directly from your hive.

    Here are some tips to make sure your location choice is both good for you and for your bees.

    You should also check if you need to register your hive or as a beekeeper in your local region.

    Winter is the perfect time to discover our online beginner beekeeping course

    Fast-track your learning easily and enjoyably at TheBeekeeper.org. Learn in your own time with high-quality, expert-lead video lessons explaining what you need to know in order to feel confident looking after your bees.

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    Register as a beekeeper

    Depending on your location, there will be different regulations on beekeeping in your area, and you will probably have to register with a local authority.

    It’s a perfect time to find out what you need to do. Our Community Forum is a great place to connect with other beekeepers and get pointed in the right direction.

    Contact your local club

    There can be a high demand for nucs and bee packages (starter colonies) in spring – so now is a great time to reserve yours. Contact your local bee supplier or beekeeping club to get on the list.

    Local beekeepers are also a great source of knowledge and support, so we always recommend joining a club and making contacts.

    The Flow Forum is also a fabulous place to connect with beekeepers around the world. Read through threads dedicated to beekeeping topics, and have your questions answered by experienced beekeepers!

    Have some questions before starting?

    Our customer service team will get back to you with an answer to your beekeeping question.

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