Countess Bees

24/05/2026

Here it is… see what was special about this swarm…

Did you guess right?? 🐝

24/05/2026

🐝 A little reminder from Countess Bees 🐝

I’m a beekeeper specialising in honeybees and honeybee swarm collection/re-homing only. Unfortunately I’m unable to remove bumble bees or other wild bee species.

To help, I’ve put together this simple UK bee identifier so you can quickly tell the difference before getting in touch 💛

✔️ Honey bees – I can help
❌ Bumble bees & other wild bees – please contact a local wildlife rescue or pest control specialist if needed

Thank you so much for your understanding and continued support of my small business 🐝✨

24/05/2026

🐝 Split season in full swing!

Made a few hive splits from my strongest colonies to help prevent swarming and grow the apiary naturally. But will they accept their new queens??? 🍯

Part 1👇

20/05/2026

18/05/2026

What do you think it could be??? 🐝

swarm

15/05/2026

🍎🐝 End-of-school gifts 🐝 🍎

If you’re looking for a thoughtful way to say thank you to your child’s teacher, my handmade beeswax candles make the perfect gift.

Each candle is made with pure beeswax from my own hives, so every purchase supports my small local business and helps care for the bees that make it all possible. 🐝✨

Orders are now open for teacher gifts, so send me a message to reserve yours before the end of term! 💛

13/05/2026

Did you spot her?

12/05/2026

We all need a rest sometimes 🐝

10/05/2026

🐝✨ Well… this was some unexpected garden visitors!

I found a SECOND swarm of bees in my garden, and moments like this are exactly why I love beekeeping. A swarm might look dramatic, but it’s actually a natural part of honeybee life.

Would you be excited or terrified to find this in your garden? Let me know in the comments! 👇

Follow 🐝 Countess Bees 🐝 for more real beekeeping moments, honeybee facts and behind-the-scenes hive life. 🍯👑🐝