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Harrogate and Ripon Beekeepers Association is fortunate to have a group of members who provide a service to supply the need for beekeeping equipment in the area. This service trades as Claro Bees.

 

Shop Location

Claro Bees has a well stocked shop that is located near the RHS Harlow Carr Gardens, alongside the Harrogate Arms, Crag Lane, Harrogate, HG3 1QA.

 

Opening Times for 2010.

In 2010 claro Bees will be open as follows:

 

1) Saturday Mornings

The Claro Bees shop is open every Saturday morning from 09:00 until 12:30 from March 27th to October 30th, both dates inclusive.

There is a one-off pre-season opening on Saturday  March 6th between 09:00 and 12:30

 2) Wednesday evenings

The Claro Bees shop will be open from 18:30 to 20:00 on Wednesday evenings from Wednesday April 21st to Wednesday May 26th, both dates inclusive.

3)  Other times

In cases of special urgency, goods are available at other times, by special appointment with the Claro Bees Manager (01423 507236).

 

Benefits of Shopping at Claro Bees.

  •  Claro Bees maintains large stocks so you can normally handle the goods or try on clothing before purchasing
  • The shop staff are experienced beekeepers who can give free advice on the available options
  • You do not have to pay for delivery of items, even for special orders.
  • There is extensive free car parking available immediately adjacent to Claro Bees
  • There are usually other beekeepers around with whom you can exchange news and views
  • Tea, coffee and chocolate are available

 

Supplies

Prices are keen, and generally below list prices; any profit made will accrue to the Association.

A price list together with location map is distributed to all members before the start of the season.
Most everyday-equipment is available in stock, but unusual, special or large orders can usually be fulfilled within 7 to 10 days.
Customers travelling from a distance or requiring large quantities of supplies, or supplies of non-standard equipment are advised to contact the This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  in advance to ensure that the required equipment will be in stock at the time of the visit.

Typical goods available from stock include:

  • All Modified British National hive components, flat pack and assembled, first and seconds quality 
  • Frames  for BS, 14 x 12, modified commercial in first and seconds quality
  • Foundation for most common frames sizes
  • Tools- hive tools, frame cleaners, smokers, queen marking cages, queen marking paint, queen cages etc. etc
  • Clothing-bee suits, jackets, trousers, veils, gloves etc. 
  • Jars & labels
  • Medicines & Treatments
  • Books
  • Second hand items **

**Claro Bees is always interested in helping members dispose of surplus equipment
 

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