Bee Manx

25/05/2026

🐝 Start Beekeeping Without Breaking the Bank

At Bee Manx, we believe beekeeping should be affordable, not overpriced. That’s why our Complete Beginner Package is just £250.97, and when you compare it to the big UK suppliers, the difference is huge.

What’s included:

National hive with brood box + two supers

Frames & foundation

Smoker & essential tools

Full suit & gloves

What the same setup costs at UK suppliers:

Thorne: £393–£760

Abelo: £321–£485

Maisemore: £342–£550

Paynes: £310–£430

Your price with Bee Manx: £250.97

We keep our margins fair and pass the savings straight on to you, so you can start your beekeeping journey with quality kit at an honest price.

Upgrades are also available on request (different hive types, extra supers, premium suits, etc.), prices will vary depending on what you choose.

Message the page to reserve a package or ask about upgrade options.

24/05/2026

Bee Manx — Swarm Season Stock Update for Beekeepers

Swarm season is in full swing now, and colonies across the island are exploding in size. If you’re doing splits, building nucs, or adding space to stay ahead of swarm pressure, I’ve got plenty of kit ready for immediate pickup.

Fully stocked right now:

Brood frames — assembled or flat‑pack

Brood foundation — fresh sheets for fast drawing

Super frames — ideal for early nectar flows

Super foundation — clean, consistent, ready to drop straight in

National brood boxes

National supers

Complete hives — value & premium options

Plus more essential kit for the busy season ahead

Everything is available now, so you’re not stuck waiting when your bees are moving fast.

📞 Call me on 07624 400704 to arrange collection or check stock.

24/04/2026

First bee removal of the season done today.
This colony had moved into a soffit and were a bit grumpy when disturbed, but using my purpose‑built bee vac I was able to extract them safely and calmly. I opened the soffit slightly further to reach the full comb structure, and the removal went extremely smoothly.

Their comb has been returned to the bees in their new hive, and the leftover wax will be rendered down for future foundation, candles, and our approved soap, nothing wasted.

The colony is now settling into a brand‑new Langstroth hive in my quarantine apiary for monitoring before they join the main apiary.

If you spot bees entering a soffit, roof space, shed or chimney, I offer ethical, welfare‑first removals across the island.

14/04/2026

Swarm Season Reminder

We’re now heading into swarming season on the Isle of Man.If you spot a cluster of honeybees gathering on a branch, fence, wall, vehicle, or anywhere unusual, don’t panic, swarms are usually calm and just looking for a new home.

If you see a swarm, or have one on your property, Bee Manx will collect it free of charge and safely rehome it in a managed apiary to protect our island’s rare Varroa‑free bees.

We also carry out full bee removals from roofs, chimneys, sheds, barns and other structures.These are more complex and require specialist equipment, so removal work is a chargeable service.

Not sure if it’s bees or wasps? Send a photo and we’ll identify it for you.

📞 Call us on 07624 400704

Bee Manx — welfare‑first, community‑focused, proudly Manx.

Welcome to Bee Manx, we are a family run business here on the Isle of Man. We are fully qualified and insured to carry out Bee Removals. We are also selling all forms of beekeeping equipment from suits to hives.

03/04/2026

18/08/2025

🍯 Honey Jar Restock – Now Available 🐝

After working through several suppliers to source stock, we’re pleased to confirm that our 1lb honey jars are finally back. It’s been a journey including one supplier who had availability but unfortunately sent the wrong jars by mistake.

We now have the correct 1lb jars in hand, along with ½lb round jars and ½lb hexagon jars ideal for retail, gifting, or personal use.

Thank you for your patience while we resolved the issue. For orders or enquiries, feel free to get in touch we’re happy to help.

23/05/2025

**Great news we’ve got our delivery!**

It’s finally here! We’ll be sorting everything out and getting in touch with customers soon. We’re also still waiting on another order to arrive, but we’ll keep you updated. Thanks for hanging in there we appreciate you!

Stay tuned, and we’ll have more updates coming your way. 💛

15/05/2025

🚨 Important Update – Order Delays 🚨

Hey Bee Manx community! 🐝

We wanted to take a moment to thank you all for your incredible support! The recent warm weather has kept the bees busy and it turns out, you’ve been just as active. 🐝✨

Due to an unexpected delay from our supplier, our processing and shipping times are currently running about a week behind. We’re really sorry for the wait and truly appreciate your patience while we catch up.

We’re already working on improvements to prevent delays like this in the future, but right now, our priority is getting your orders packed and on their way as quickly as possible. If your order falls within this delay window, we kindly ask that you hold off on chasing it for now it really helps us focus on getting everything shipped faster.

Thank you so much for your support it means the world to us! 💛

🐝 The Bee Manx Team

09/05/2025

🐝 Mission: Bee Relocation – Success!🐝

Over the past two days, we’ve been hard at work on the same property, carefully removing two bee colonies from under a flat roof. It’s been a delicate operation, ensuring the safety of both the bees and the property while relocating them to a better home.

Bees are such a vital part of our ecosystem, and it’s always a rewarding experience to give them a second chance in a safer environment. These little pollinators now have a new place to thrive, and the property is finally bee-free! 🏡✨

If you ever find yourself in a sticky situation with bees, Bee Manx is here to help! 📞 Call 07624 07624 400704 for expert bee relocation services.

06/05/2025

A Hidden Danger: Why Sealing Matters After Insecticide Use

When a bee colony is treated with insecticide, the impact goes beyond what meets the eye. The immediate loss is devastating but the danger doesn’t end when the buzzing stops.

Today’s removal was a sobering reminder of this. Last year, this hive was treated with permethrin dust, and the colony didn’t survive. But even after their silence settled in, the site remained open, carrying the scent of a lost home.

That lingering invitation drew scout bees in, searching for a place to start anew. Unknowingly, they were walking into a trap. The toxins remained, unseen but deadly, threatening yet another colony before they even had a chance to begin.

💀 How Can Residual Insecticides Harm Other Bees?
🐝 Scout bees face exposure. They enter contaminated areas, contact insecticide residues, and unwittingly carry traces back to their own colonies.
🧪 New swarms may try to move in. If they settle, they risk slow poisoning, leading to weakened bees, failed brood development, and eventual hive collapse.
🌍 Pollinators beyond the hive suffer. Insecticide dust can spread, contaminating nearby flowers. Foragers then unknowingly collect tainted nectar and pollen, which affects entire ecosystems.

🔒 The Solution: Seal After Treatment
If insecticide must be used, responsible follow-up is critical:
✔ Block all entry points. Prevent scouts and swarms from accessing the contaminated site.
✔ Remove any remaining comb. Old wax and honey can hold toxins long after a colony is gone.
✔ Monitor for activity. Even sealed sites can attract curious scouts, so watch for signs of new arrivals.

🐝 Think before you spray. And if treatment is unavoidable, always seal afterward.

💛 Every bee matters. Let’s protect, not poison.

🔹Need ethical bee removal? Contact Bee Manx at 07624 400704.