Top bar hive seduction!

[BenB]

Ben - the horizontal nature of the beast and the loss of heat surely makes these hives problematic. Why not plan your trip to B&Q around one of these vertical alternatives, the Stewarton?!

Gavin

PS You'll be a Junior here until you post perhaps 100 times, no matter what your age!

Gavin
To build a Stewarton I shall first need an HNC in cabinet making before going to B&Q. I think I will still have a go at a Dartington for the fun of it.
If as I understand it's a matter of insulation to keep them warm, perhaps I could keep them indoors with the windows open!!! On second thoughts the lady of the house might have something to say about that idea.
I wont be depending on the Dartington my polyhives will keep me going with reliability.
Ben

[Mellifera Crofter]

Some time ago I found this design of a TBH that can be filled with insulation. Unfortunately I can't remember where, so I can't credit the designer. It might be better than 2" walls.

[lindsay s]

Are the Kenyans ditching top bar hives? This is not an April fool.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-12715806

[Jimbo]

After reading this story I think I will ditch the smoker and use the mongoose method to clear the bees. Saves on smoker fuel!

[Trog]

A flatulent mongoose might add an interesting aroma to your honey I wonder if a ferret might do the job just as well?