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Nov 15, 20231 min read
Hive Twin Update: November 2023 Umutara Deaf School, Rwanda.
Hive Twinning in Rwanda
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dunnybees
Jan 143 min read
How Bees in the UK Survive Winter: Nature’s Resilience and Beekeepers’ Role in Freezing Weather
As winter grips the UK, with icy cold weather blanketing the countryside, the question of how bees survive such harsh conditions becomes...
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dunnybees
Dec 12, 20243 min read
A Unique Gift for the Hard-to-Shop-For: DunnyBees Experience Sessions
If you’ve ever struggled to find a gift for the person who has it all , we’ve got just the solution. This Christmas (or New Year), give...
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dunnybees
Aug 11, 20243 min read
Exploring the diverse world of honey in the United Kingdom
Honey is one of nature's sweetest gifts, and in the United Kingdom, the variety of honey available is as rich and diverse as the...
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dunnybees
Jul 20, 20243 min read
The Life Cycle of a Honeybee: A Fascinating Journey
Honeybees are remarkable creatures with complex social structures and critical roles in our ecosystem. Understanding their life cycle not...
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dunnybees
Jul 4, 20244 min read
Hive Twin Update: June 2024 Umutara Deaf School, Rwanda.
DunnyBees Twin Hive update from the Umutara Deaf School based in Rwanda
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dunnybees
Jun 21, 20243 min read
Exploring Bee Hive Types for UK Beekeepers
Beekeeping is a rewarding and increasingly popular hobby in the UK, offering benefits for the environment and a source of delicious honey.
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dunnybees
Jun 17, 20242 min read
Protecting UK Wildlife: Spot and Report the Asian Hornet
Discover intriguing facts about Asian hornets, their impact on ecosystems, and threats to bees. Learn about control efforts on DunnyBees
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dunnybees
May 29, 20243 min read
How to Deal with a Honey Bee Swarm
Many people encounter bees in their houses, outbuildings, and gardens. The sight of a large cluster of bees can be alarmimg, read our blog!
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dunnybees
May 18, 20242 min read
Celebrating the Launch of DunnyBees Bee Experience Sessions
We proudly launch the DunnyBees Bee Experience Sessions at our beautiful rural apiary to educate and inspire a new generation of bee lovers.
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dunnybees
Mar 24, 20243 min read
Hive Twin Update: March 2024 Umutara Deaf School, Rwanda.
Umutara Deaf School in Rwanda - Update for March 2024
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dunnybees
Mar 6, 20241 min read
DunnyBees HQ preparing for the 2024 season - Super Busy!
We are busy busy at DunnyBees HQ preparing for the 2024 season, we have been building our frames ready for the bees to draw out the wax.
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dunnybees
Mar 6, 20241 min read
New for 2024- DunnyBees "Bee Experience Days"
New for 2024 we have introduced our DunnyBees Bee Experience Days where you can get up close with our very own honey bees.
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dunnybees
Mar 6, 20242 min read
Our new Noochii Hive has arrived!!!!
The name Noochii is derived from the word “Nyuchi”, the Shona word meaning honeybee, Mark Meadows who builds the hives grew up in Zimbabwe
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dunnybees
Nov 30, 20231 min read
DunnyBees is now a certified Hive Twin with the Umutara Deaf School in Rwanda!
DunnyBees is now a certified Hive Twin with the Umutara Deaf School in Rwanda!
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dunnybees
Nov 24, 20231 min read
Wax Wax and more Wax!
We have been busy rendering down old wax comb from our hives, it was certainly an eye opener how much effort is put into cleaning up the wax
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dunnybees
Oct 7, 20231 min read
Early Rise for Thornes: A Scenic Drive to Lincolnshire’s Annual Beekeeping Sale
arly start at 6 AM for a beautiful drive to Lincolnshire for Thornes' annual beekeeping sale. Excited for a day of beekeeping treats!
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dunnybees
Sep 29, 20231 min read
DunnyBees Inspection September 2023: All Four Queens Spotted!
we managed to spot all four queens, which is always a great feeling. Each queen is laying well
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dunnybees
Sep 22, 20231 min read
Winter is coming: Preparing Our Bees for Winter: Ensuring Stores, Feeding, and Varroa Treatment
Once the temperatures start to drop we need to avoid opening the hive as much as possible as this can chill the colony and kill them off.
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