A Beehive in youyr garden

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  1. WillieBee

    WillieBee Gardener

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    Have any readers here thought about keeping bees, in their garden.

    I recently attended a beekeeping course, which I found most interesting.

    I initially thought I could keep a single hive in my garden, there's one wee spot which would be ideal. However, I now know keeping a single hive is far from ideal. Starting out with two hives is the preferred option.

    I am therefore in a bit of a dilemma ... wanting some bees, but have nowhere for a couple of hives.

    I assumed, if I had this problem others might have too, so I have just set up a small website. the aim is to link up beekeepers looking for space, with landowners who have space, but need a beekeeper. With rooftop hives now becoming very popular, this is another option for anybody with a flat roof ... individuals, business owners or even churches.

    The website link can be found on my profile page.
     
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    • Sheal

      Sheal Total Gardener

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      Welcome to Gardeners Corner WillieBee. :)

      Spruce is GC's resident bee keeper and he may be able to help you. You will find his thread in the 'Members Hobbies' section.
       
    • WillieBee

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      Thank you, I shall take a wee look.

      Regards !
       
    • Lea

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      Hi and welcome.
      Have you looked on http://www.landshare.net/ at all? I think a lot of people who find a bit of land through them keep bees. :)
       
    • Marley Farley

      Marley Farley Affable Admin! Staff Member

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      [​IMG] Hi WillieBee & Welcome to GC, as Sheal has said Spruce is the one to talk to here...
       
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      hello williebee & welcome to the forum:sign0016:
       
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