Our British National Observation Hive is the perfect blend of practicality and visibility, crafted from durable fir wood and designed for both everyday beekeeping and close-up observation. Featuring three integrated viewing windows, this hive allows you to monitor colony activity with ease, while the removable shutter inserts give you full control over light exposure and privacy for your bees.
This part-assembled hive offers added convenience, with the roof and floor pre-assembled to save you time, while still allowing straightforward setup of the remaining components.
For even greater convenience, you can have your hive fully assembled for just an additional £40.
Part Assembled complete British National Hive with full assembly instructions and nails. The roof and floor are already assembled.
Have your hive assembled from only an extra £40
Hive Includes:
- 1 x 4" Flat Roof complete with metal cover
- 1 x Varroa Mesh Floor with wooden entrance block
- 2 x Flat packed Supers with observation windows and inserts
- 22 x National SN4 Hoffman Super Frames
- 22 x BS Super Wired Foundation Sheets
- 1 x Flat packed Brood with observation window and insert
- 11 x National DN4 Hoffman Brood Frames & Pins
- 11 x BS Brood Wired Foundation Sheets
- 1 x B.S National Porter Bee Escape Crown Board with porter bee escapes
- 1 x Plastic Queen Excluder- 460mm²
Flat pack broods and supers come with full assembly instructions and nails.
Before using your hive, we recommend using an insect friendly wood preserver and weather outside for a week prior to use. We recommend all joints are glued (not included) during assembly. To prolong the life of your new hive, complete wood treatment every 3 to 4 years.
Super and brood boxes come complete with bevelled edges, if you prefer, you can purchase additional frame runners here