Buckfast 14x12 Overwintered Nuc (Full Price £290, Collection Only) 2027
If you would like your colony delivered, we offer a delivery service Via Royal Mail for an additional cost of £25.00 (per Nuc) Simply select the delivery option when ordering.
Overview
The F1 Buckfast Overwintered 5-Frame 14×12 Nuc is a premium choice for beekeepers seeking a strong, productive colony ready to develop rapidly as spring arrives. With genetics rooted in the renowned Buckfast strain, these bees are recognised for their honey production, gentle temperament and colony vigour.
Overwintered to ensure strength and resilience, this nuc provides an excellent start to the beekeeping season. Supplied on 14×12 National frames, the increased brood area allows for greater colony expansion and provides additional space for brood and stores.
Features
Superior Genetics: From selected F1 Buckfast lineage, known for productivity, calm behaviour and strong colony performance.
Enhanced Productivity: Strong spring build-up and efficient foraging ability support excellent honey production.
Gentle Temperament: Buckfast bees are well known for their manageable nature, making them suitable for beginners and experienced beekeepers.
Healthy & Resilient Colonies: Overwintered colonies provide a strong foundation for the season ahead.
14×12 Frame Size: Supplied on five fully drawn 14×12 National frames, containing brood, honey and pollen reserves.
Specifications
Queen:
Includes a mated and proven F1 Buckfast queen.
Colony Composition:
A healthy population of overwintered worker bees with brood at various stages and suitable food reserves.
Frame Count:
Five 14×12 National frames fully drawn with brood, honey and pollen.
Delivery:
Please note that the 14x12 nuc's will be for collection only.
Ideal For
New Beekeepers:
A strong, gentle colony ideal for those starting with 14×12 equipment.
Experienced Apiarists:
A productive addition for expanding existing apiaries.
Availability & Pricing
Available from April–May (weather dependent), due to the size of the 14x12 they may be slightly later then the
Full Price: £290
Collection from RG26 5SR.
A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your nuc. The remaining balance will be invoiced in mid-February.