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To follow from our previous post. Honeybees swarm to reproduce. One hive becomes two and two become four etc. So long as the original Queen is happy and all is in good order, the workers (females) will select a number of newly hatched eggs and feed the larvae a surfit of royal jelly. This is a secretion used in the nutrition of larvae. It is secreted by the hypopharyngeal gland – sometimes called the brood food gland. It is rich in protein and the selected Queens are fed this wholly, and not pollen and honey like her normal sisters

In Our Shop Alongside our delicious Honey, you will find a range of our own-label Beeswax Skincare Cosmetics.  These are hand-made in small batches, in a cottage industry environment, are free from additives and using all natural products.  The attention to detail and quality packaging make for a lovely gift, or a treat for yourself! Intensely nourishing moisturisers for face, hands and feet – not forgetting our best-selling Pet Paw Balm! How to use:- keep at room temperature, warm in fingertips and gently massage into the skin (or paws!)  You will find that a little goes a long way

Welcome to The Bamburgh Bee Company As the Bamburgh Bee Company opens its doors for the first time, we look forward to welcoming visitors to a world of bee-centric experiences, premium honey products and comprehensive beekeeping courses. Nestled in the picturesque setting of Spindlestone near Bamburgh, this unique venue is set to become a hub of education, sustainability and community engagement. Bamburgh Bee Company is dedicated to offering immersive, entertaining and educational experiences for all ages.  Our mission is to celebrate the enchanting world of bees and to promote a deeper understanding of their vital role in our ecosystem. We invite you to