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BeezKnees – Helping You Get Started With Bees
BeezKnees was created to make beekeeping more approachable and more understandable — for everyone. Whether you're taking your first look inside a hive, choosing your gear, or curious about how bees help the planet, this site is here to guide you through it.
Founded by hobbyist beekeeper Colin Chorley, BeezKnees began as a way to share simple, useful knowledge gained through years of learning, trials, and fascination with honeybees. Colin isn’t a commercial expert — he’s someone who started from scratch and wants to make the journey easier for others.
What makes this site different? It’s practical, honest, and built for beginners and novices. Everything here is written to be accessible and supportive, with no jargon or judgement. The content is focused on:
- Beekeeping Basics: Step-by-step help with equipment, inspections, and hive health
- Month-by-Month Tasks: Clear seasonal guidance through the Year in the Apiary
- Bee Conservation: Simple actions you can take to help pollinators thrive
- Bee Behaviour & Biology: Fascinating facts about how honeybees work and live
- Disease & Pest Awareness: What to watch for, what’s normal, and when to act
You don’t need acres of land or decades of experience to keep bees — just curiosity, care, and a willingness to learn. Whether you want to help the bees, start your first hive, or better understand what’s happening inside the box, BeezKnees is here to support you.