by breconbeecombs.wales | Jun 4, 2025 | Blog
As the first signs of warmth ripple across the UK countryside and blossom scents drift through hedgerows, something ancient and awe-inspiring begins to stir in the hive. It’s called swarming, and it’s a perfectly natural, essential part of bee life. Yet for many...
by breconbeecombs.wales | May 28, 2025 | Blog
Exploring Apitherapy in Romania with Dr. Stefan Stângaciu In May 2025, I travelled from the Brecon Beacons to the heart of Romania’s Carpathian Mountains to attend an intensive apitherapy course with one of the world’s foremost experts in the field – Dr. Stefan...
by breconbeecombs.wales | May 27, 2025 | Apitherapy, Blog
We have had our Apiary established for over two years now, set in our woodlands at The Good Life Wales. Currently with eight hives featuring both National and Flow hives. I have been running courses for Introductory Training as a new Beekeeper, as well as Meet the...
by breconbeecombs.wales | Jan 14, 2025 | Bekeeper training, Blog
Bee Behavior in the Cold: Insights for Aspiring Beekeepers As the chill of winter sets in, understanding how bees survive the cold becomes crucial for anyone interested in beekeeping. These remarkable creatures have evolved fascinating behaviors to endure the frosty...
by breconbeecombs.wales | Oct 15, 2024 | Bekeeper training
Bees and the diminishing Winter Brood: Why They Stop Laying Eggs As the colder months approach, honeybee colonies undergo significant changes to prepare for winter. One of the most important—and perhaps least understood—transformations within the hive is the queen’s...
