Fast local honey bee removal near you

No. Bee Market bee rescue is for honey bee swarms and honey bee colonies only. If the insects are wasps, hornets, or another pest species, you should contact a relevant pest control provider instead.

Yes. Where a local beekeeper is available, we can help with honey bee swarm collection and relocation. Swarms are usually found hanging on trees, fences, sheds, walls, or outside buildings.

We aim to respond in less than half an hour whenever a local rescuer is available. Response times can vary depending on time of day, season, weather, and your location.

Keep a safe distance, do not spray them, and avoid disturbing the swarm. Send us your postcode, photos, phone number, and the exact location of the bees so we can check if a local rescuer is available.

Sometimes, but it depends on access, height, structure, and safety. Bees inside buildings may need specialist work and may not be suitable for a simple swarm collection.

In many cases, yes, if they are honey bees and a local beekeeper is available. Outdoor swarms are usually easier to assess than bees already living inside a building structure.

Some simple honey bee swarm collections may be free, depending on the local beekeeper, distance, access, and the type of rescue needed. More difficult removals may involve costs.

The cost depends on whether it is a simple swarm collection or a colony inside a wall, roof, chimney, shed, or loft. Difficult access, equipment, travel, and building work can affect the price.

Some beekeepers collect accessible honey bee swarms for free, but this is not always possible. If the bees are inside a structure or difficult to reach, there may be a charge.

No. Please do not spray, block entrances, smoke them out, or try to remove them yourself. This can make the bees defensive, harm the colony, and make safe rescue more difficult.

Honey bees are important pollinators and should be protected where possible. If they are honey bees, relocation is usually better than killing them.

Bee Market rescue mainly helps with honey bees. Masonry bees and bumblebees are usually left alone where possible, as they are often temporary and less aggressive than wasps or hornets.

Usually not. Bumblebee nests are seasonal and often disappear naturally later in the year. If they are not causing danger, it is usually best to leave them undisturbed.

We can review the situation from photos, but bees inside brickwork or cavity walls can be complex. A beekeeper may need safe access, and in some cases a specialist removal or builder may be required.

Sometimes. Bees in chimneys can be difficult and may require specialist access. Please send photos, the chimney location, and details of how long the bees have been there.

Possibly, depending on access and whether they are honey bees. Please send photos, your postcode, and details of where the bees are entering the building.

Yes. Local beekeepers can register interest for free by emailing rescue@bee-market.co.uk with their name, area covered, contact details, and the type of rescue work they can help with.

Honey bee swarms in trees are usually collected by experienced beekeepers using specialist equipment and safe handling techniques. The safest option is to contact a local bee rescuer rather than attempting to catch the swarm yourself.

If you notice honey bees nesting under a shed, avoid blocking the entrance or disturbing them. Send clear photos, your postcode, and details of when you first noticed the activity so a local beekeeper can assess whether rescue or relocation may be possible.

If you discover a bee nest in your garden, keep children and pets away from the area and avoid disturbing the bees. Honey bees, bumblebees, and solitary bees are important pollinators, so it is best to have them identified properly before taking any action.

There is no general UK law that completely bans removing or destroying bees on private property, but honey bees and other pollinators are important for the environment. Where possible, relocation by a local beekeeper is usually recommended instead of destruction.

If bees are entering through brickwork or wall gaps, avoid sealing the entrance or disturbing them. Honey bees can sometimes build colonies inside cavity walls, so send photos, your postcode, and details of the activity so a beekeeper can assess the situation safely.

Before taking action, it is important to identify whether the insects are honey bees, bumblebees, or wasps. Honey bees are important pollinators and can often be relocated by a local beekeeper, so avoid spraying or disturbing the nest until it has been properly identified.

Bee Market helps connect people with local beekeepers and honey bee swarm collectors across the UK where available. Availability depends on your location, season, and whether the bees are safely accessible.