Buckfast Queen: Select A Date - £5 Deposit

A £5 deposit to be paid today to secure your Queen bee from us, then on the 1st of your chosen month, you will be sent an invoice for the remaining amount - final payment of £43.50 which includes delivery to all mainland UK addresses.

Discover the Buckfast Queen: Proven Performance for the UK Apiary

The Buckfast Queen stands as a hallmark of selective breeding, offering UK beekeepers a uniquely reliable and productive honey bee. Developed to thrive where other strains struggle, the Buckfast bee is the product of meticulous dedication and a deep understanding of apiculture.

Our apiaries are well stocked with top quality Buckfast beehives for a good reason they are some of the best and most popular strains available in the UK

The Legacy of Development

The Buckfast Bee strain was conceived and developed by Brother Adam at Buckfast Abbey in Devon, England, following the decimation of the native European Dark Bee by the Isle of Wight disease in the early 20th century.

Brother Adam embarked on a half-century-long programme, systematically crossing desirable traits from various European and Middle Eastern subspecies—including the Carniolan (Carnica)—to forge a resilient hybrid. His objective was not merely survival, but the development of a bee that combined high productivity with exceptional hardiness and disease resistance. The resulting Buckfast Bee is an acclaimed example of practical genetic engineering in beekeeping, developed specifically to conquer the challenges of the British environment.

Engineered for the UK Environment

The selection process has made the Buckfast Queen exceptionally well-suited to the changeable weather and seasonal demands of the UK:

• Exceptional Hardiness: They demonstrate superior wintering capability and adaptability to variable foraging conditions.
• High Yield: Known for building rapidly in the spring and consistently delivering high honey yields throughout the season.
• Docility: They are highly prized for their gentle nature, allowing for easy handling and safe working in the apiary.
• Low Swarming Impulse: The strain is selectively bred to reduce the natural inclination to swarm, simplifying colony management.
• Disease Resistance: Their mixed heritage has resulted in a robust constitution with improved natural resistance to common pests and diseases.

Why Choose Our Queens? BEES-R-US Your Trusted UK Partner

When you purchase a Queen from us, you are buying into 24 years of continuous expertise and dedicated service to the British beekeeping community.

• Expertise & Dedication: Our two decades of experience are a testament to our deep and proven knowledge in bee health and breeding. We are not just vendors; we are beekeepers with a profound passion for bees and their success.
• Unwavering Quality: We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards, ensuring every queen you receive is of superior quality, productivity, and temperament.
• Dedicated UK Backup: We understand the challenges faced by local beekeepers. Our commitment extends beyond the point of sale; we provide the backup and support you need, offering reliable advice and resources as you integrate your new queens into your hives.

Choose the Buckfast Queen for dependable performance, and choose our company for the expertise and dedication you deserve.

Shipping & Guarantee:
Queens are shipped using Royal Mail, Tracked 24 secure delivery for £8.50. On the rare occasion that your Queen is dead upon arrival, please get in touch with us within 2 hours of receiving her. To help us understand the situation, we’ll ask for a clear photo or video of the queen still in her travel cage, along with your order number. Once we have these details, our team will work closely with you to provide support and find the best way forward. Your bees’ wellbeing is important to us, and we’re here to help.

With a Buckfast queen at the heart of your hive, you can expect a calm, productive colony built on the trusted legacy of Brother Adam’s famous breeding program.