Free Local Service — Edmondsham, Dorset

Swarm Collection

Found a swarm of bees? Don't panic — they are almost certainly harmless. We cover Edmondsham and the surrounding area and will come and collect them safely, free of charge.

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What is a swarm?

A swarm is a natural part of the honey bee lifecycle. When a colony outgrows its home, the old queen leaves with roughly half the bees to find a new place to live. They cluster together — often on a branch, fence post or wall — while scouts search for a suitable new home.

A swarm in the open is at its most docile. The bees have no home to defend and are full of honey. With the right equipment, collection is safe and straightforward.

Please do not disturb or spray them. Keep children and pets at a sensible distance, give us a call, and we will be with you as soon as possible.

What happens next?

You call us Tell us the location and size of the swarm. We cover the local area and aim to attend the same day where possible.

We assess We arrive with the right protective equipment and assess the swarm. Most collections take around 30 to 60 minutes.

Safe collection We carefully transfer the bees into a travelling box. At this stage they are calm and remarkably cooperative.

A new home The swarm joins our apiary and is given a proper hive. They become part of our working colony and will go on to produce honey.

Our coverage area

Based in Edmondsham — covering north and east Dorset, Bournemouth & Poole (approx. 13 mile radius)

Edmondsham Cranborne Chettle Blandford Forum Sixpenny Handley Verwood Wimborne Ringwood Alderholt Fordingbridge Breamore Sandleheath Damerham Martin Bournemouth Poole Ferndown St Leonards Ashley Heath Three Legged Cross

Not sure if we cover your area? Just give us a call and we will let you know.

Common Questions

Is it really free?

Yes, completely free of charge. We are beekeepers, not pest controllers. We want the bees and are happy to come and get them.

How quickly can you come?

We aim to attend the same day where possible. Swarms typically stay in one place for 24 to 72 hours while scouts search for a permanent home, so there is usually time. Call us as soon as you spot them.

What if the swarm is in a difficult location?

We have experience collecting from apple trees, hedgerows, roof overhangs and garden sheds. Give us a call and describe the situation — we will let you know if we can help.

Are they dangerous?

A swarm in the open is remarkably docile. They have nothing to protect. Keep a sensible distance, do not swat at them, and they will cause no trouble while you wait for us to arrive.

What area do you cover?

We are based in Edmondsham and cover a wide area of north and east Dorset including Cranborne, Chettle, Blandford Forum, Sixpenny Handley, Verwood, Wimborne, Ringwood, Ferndown, Bournemouth, Poole and surrounding areas. Call us to check if we can reach you.