I enjoyed this and subscribed, I’m just about to start my beekeeping adventure, my kids bought me a flow hive for my 60th and I’m almost finished assembling it. I’m watching as many bee keeping videos as possible as it’s all new to me.
Ah nice they look like a great hive and I had considered one before opting for the conventional National hive. Thanks for subscribing. I’m a bit behind with videos but hope to create some soon.
Thank you, how do you stop it from blowing over or one of the sections coming off? Do you have to paint these and use specific paint before getting the bees? Is there an option to buy with the bees already in?
@@MarlonKingShow hi, unfortunately they blew over in the 70mph winds we have had here. Need to assess the damage when weather permits. I’ve seen hives strapped down or either bricks placed on the roof. I think we’ll need to bolt them to breeze blocks or strap them during the Winter period. You can paint the wood but I’ve not done so. You tend to buy 6 frames with bees and a queen from UK suppliers. Obviously need a hive to transfer them into.
Very interesting. That hive and what it’s sitting on looks like it could easily be knocked over by a gust of wind or by an animal. I thought hives were more strongly built and more secure.
The hives are behind stock fencing and the wooden posts are 4"x4" plus the hives themselves are very heavy. We will probably change the base to pallets (3-4) to raise it to an ergonomic height and this will also help keep the grass down a bit too around the hives.
@@cambrianviewfarm1689 Shows how much I know about beekeeping! I’ve seen other videos since with a similar arrangement and they look fine. Thanks for the reply. Good luck with the bees.
Agreed although it is fenced off securely. We’ve just one field so a bit tight for space and we chose a corner where the sheep rarely wander, but we constantly review things. We plan to grow some thick hedging around that area in addition to the stock fencing that’s already in situ.
Thank you and best of luck. Not had much luck last year so hoping 2024 we actually make a success of it and get some honey! Weather has been too wet to film anything.
South facing would be into our cold prevailing wind so we’ve opted for East. Rarely blows that direction where we’re located and the bees get the benefit of the morning sun. South facing entrance would also be too hot in the Summer, but it largely depends on your context and location etc. (in my humble opinion). Good luck with your beekeeping journey.
Hope you enjoy the video and please consider subscribing if you did. What would you make from the excess honey and beeswax?
Amazing ,this is my first bee hive at home video ,I am getting in love with it.
A arte de cultivar as abelhas, bom trabalho amigo!! feliz semana!!👍😘🐝🐝
Grettings from Poland !! 😀
Hi, thanks for subscribing and glad you like the channel.
I enjoyed this and subscribed, I’m just about to start my beekeeping adventure, my kids bought me a flow hive for my 60th and I’m almost finished assembling it. I’m watching as many bee keeping videos as possible as it’s all new to me.
Ah nice they look like a great hive and I had considered one before opting for the conventional National hive. Thanks for subscribing. I’m a bit behind with videos but hope to create some soon.
Thank you, how do you stop it from blowing over or one of the sections coming off?
Do you have to paint these and use specific paint before getting the bees?
Is there an option to buy with the bees already in?
@@MarlonKingShow hi, unfortunately they blew over in the 70mph winds we have had here. Need to assess the damage when weather permits. I’ve seen hives strapped down or either bricks placed on the roof. I think we’ll need to bolt them to breeze blocks or strap them during the Winter period. You can paint the wood but I’ve not done so. You tend to buy 6 frames with bees and a queen from UK suppliers. Obviously need a hive to transfer them into.
@cambrianviewfarm1689 sorry to hear, hopefully not too much damage. Yeah seems like strapping down seems best route
Very interesting. That hive and what it’s sitting on looks like it could easily be knocked over by a gust of wind or by an animal. I thought hives were more strongly built and more secure.
The hives are behind stock fencing and the wooden posts are 4"x4" plus the hives themselves are very heavy. We will probably change the base to pallets (3-4) to raise it to an ergonomic height and this will also help keep the grass down a bit too around the hives.
@@cambrianviewfarm1689 Shows how much I know about beekeeping! I’ve seen other videos since with a similar arrangement and they look fine. Thanks for the reply. Good luck with the bees.
That hives need painting if it stands any chance of lasting more than a couple of years.
Yes probably does. Couldn’t stretch to Cedar hives first time round. Will see how they do in sunny(?) mid Wales.
Where did you get the hive from?
Hi, I think one was from a beekeeping show in Telford and another from ‘Simon the Beekeeper’. I can recommend the latter.
@@cambrianviewfarm1689 how much did you pay for it?
Is it possible to attract a swarm to an empty box in the UK?
Yes they will look for a new home so a box will do if placed close to where the swarm have settled.
I would not have put the hive in a field with livestock, they will most likely knock it over.
Agreed although it is fenced off securely. We’ve just one field so a bit tight for space and we chose a corner where the sheep rarely wander, but we constantly review things. We plan to grow some thick hedging around that area in addition to the stock fencing that’s already in situ.
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New sub here, just about to begin my bee journey.
Thank you and best of luck. Not had much luck last year so hoping 2024 we actually make a success of it and get some honey! Weather has been too wet to film anything.
@cambrianviewfarm1689 Spring is popping out all over the place, the tree blossoms are better than normal so let's hope for a good year ahead
I’m just starting bee keeping & I was to.d they should be South facing.
South facing would be into our cold prevailing wind so we’ve opted for East. Rarely blows that direction where we’re located and the bees get the benefit of the morning sun. South facing entrance would also be too hot in the Summer, but it largely depends on your context and location etc. (in my humble opinion). Good luck with your beekeeping journey.