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See what's buzzing this autumn in our latest newsletter!
Beehive Illustration Autumn 2024 Newsletter! -
It is a pleasure to introduce Alex Copeman to you!
NEW Artist: Alex Copeman -
We are delighted to announce that Brazilian illustrator Daniel Wu has signed with Beehive!
NEW Artist: Daniel Wu -
We are very excited to welcome Adrian Wilczynski to the Hive!
NEW Artist: Adrian Wilczynski -
See what's buzzing this spring in our latest newsletter!
Beehive Illustration Spring 2024 Newsletter! -
Please give a warm welcome to Sudanese artist Shiroug Idris!
NEW Artist: Shiroug Idris -
Presenting Ekata Mandal! Take a look at Ekata's enchanting portfolio and find out what inspires her.
NEW Artist: Ekata Mandal -
We would like to introduce Canadian illustrator Hannah Drennan to the Hive! Take a moment to jump into Hannah's portfolio.
NEW Artist: Hannah Drennan -
Getting to know the Bees! Claudio Cerri
25/03/2024
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Monthly Illustrator Challenge - New Beginnings!
21/03/2024
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It's a girl!
21/03/2024
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The Beehive Team attended this year's London Book Fair. Take a look and what they got up to.
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International Women's Day 2024!
08/03/2024
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Getting to know the Bees! Robin Lawrie
20/02/2024
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Publication Day! Luna Wolf Code: Danger
15/02/2024
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We are very proud to introduce Duc Nguyen to the Hive! Come and take a look at Duc's captivating portfolio.
NEW Artist: Duc Nguyen -
Getting to know the Bees! Carol Sartori
08/02/2024
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Be the first to see all the fresh talent that has joined the Hive, new artwork and what is hitting the shelves very soon in Beehive's winter edition of our newsletter!
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Getting to know the Bees! Nina Ramos
25/01/2024
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Getting to know the Bees! Thais Mesquita
16/01/2024
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Please welcome the talented Rose Skelton to the Hive! Take a minute to delve into Rose's portfolio and hear about her inspirations and aspirations.
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Happy New Year from the Beehive Team!
01/01/2024
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Monthly Illustrator Challenge - Christmas
22/12/2023
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Monthly Illustrator Challenge - Autumn
26/10/2023
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Beehive's Xavier Mula has been shortlisted for The World Illustration Awards 2023
05/09/2023
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We would like to give a warm welcome to Katharine Henry, the newest illustrator to the Hive! Take a look at Katharine's portfolio!
NEW Artist: Katharine Henry -
"I feel incredibly supported by the agency and truly appreciate the smooth communication and organisation between us."
Thais Mesquita - Beehive Illustrator -
We are really looking forward to working with Carol Sartori. Carol brings a wealth of experience specialising in education. Take a look at her portfolio to see more.
Introducing NEW Illustrator Carol Sartori to the Hive! -
Monthly Illustrator Challenge - Summer of Cinema!
27/07/2023
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It's a girl!
27/07/2023
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Monthly Illustrator Challenge - Pride!
29/06/2023
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As part of The AOI's Inside Illustration series, Beehive agents, Ellie and Rhiannon were asked to be guest speakers on the latest online session - Children's Publishing with a focus on education, hosted by illustrator, Dave Bain.
AOI: Inside Illustration - Children's Publishing with an Educational Focus -
As a children’s book publisher, we take great pride on the quality of our products. With that in mind, we only work with the most talented professionals, which is why we have consistently partnered with Beehive Illustration over the past two years. Beehive’s illustrators have the experience and creativity to help our authors truly bring their vision to life. We have worked with other illustration agencies in the past, but Beehive is our top choice due to their excellent management of projects. We look forward to continuing to work with Beehive in the future and encourage anyone looking for a gifted illustrator to consider those who work with Beehive.
Lauren Green - Ballast Books -
Monthly Illustrator Challenge - Summer!
25/05/2023
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We are thrilled to announce the signing of Nandi L. Fernandez to the Hive! Take a look at Nandi's portfolio that pays tribute to women of African decent.
New Artist: Nandi L. Fernandez -
We are delighted to announce that Verónika Cháves has joined the Hive! Take a look at her engaging portfolio.
New Artist - Verónika Cháves -
“I have always enjoyed working with Beehive and their artists. They have a great range of styles and every artist I have worked with has been amazing and easy to work with. The staff at Beehive is also top notch. The communicate quickly and clearly, get contracts returned and invoices sent on time. They are my number one rep to go to when I need artists.”
Jeff Dinardo - Dinardo Design -
We would like to welcome aboard - Nina Ramos! Nina's bright eye-catching style would bring to life any page!
New Artist - Nina Ramos! -
Beehive's super agent, Rhiannon Jones has been busy putting together some helpful hints and tips for the AOI's latest How to Guide - Come and take a peek.
AOI: Inside Illustration - How to get into Illustration for Children -
Monthly Illustrator Challenge
13/04/2023
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Meet the Agent - Ellie
04/04/2023
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Getting To Know The Bees! Eszter Szepvolgyi
16/03/2023
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Mike Phillips has done an absolutely sterling job and produced some of his best work yet for us. There are some absolutely extraordinary illustrations in this latest book. I very much hope we'll be able to work with him again on something soon!
Richard Wainman - Floris Books -
New Years Resolution
10/02/2023
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Beehive's Deise Lino illustrates Alesha Dixon's NEW book!
Luna Wolf: Animal Wizard -
It’s been an absolute pleasure working with Helen and with all of you at Beehive. Please do pass on our thanks to Helen. Helen has done a massive amount of work for this series and her illustrations have really brightened up our books. I’m sure the children are going to love them. Hopefully, we’ll have the opportunity to work with her again in the future.
Melissa Wicklund - Schofield and Sims -
Merry Christmas!
24/12/2022
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World Children's Day!
08/12/2022
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Dusan Lakicevic did an outstanding job illustrating my book. He dutifully followed detailed art specifications and magnificently portrayed a diverse cast of characters. He also created the exciting scenes necessary to draw in and support developing readers. Having worked with dozens of illustrators in educational publishing, I’m happy to attest to Dusan’s engaging style and impressive artistic talent. He’s one of the best!
Ann Gianola - Author of The Stolen Pharaoh for Delta Publishing UK -
We're so proud to showcase a brand new title from Owlet Press, illustrated by our very own Davide Ortu!
The Woodcutter and the Snow Prince: an LGBTQ+ reimagining of a classic tale! -
Flick through Fhiona's Touch and Feel Board Book
11/11/2022
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The Beehive team always go the extra mile to make sure that their artists artwork is creative and instructional. They are always there to offer advice and direction if needed. Beehive have a good eye for artists which means we’re spoilt for choice across our extensive range of publishing. The finished work is eye catching and elevates the content.
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Artist Challenge: Halloween
03/11/2022
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Happy Halloween!
31/10/2022
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Celebrating Greenpeace Day!
13/10/2022
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Getting To Know The Bees! Clementine Rocheron
29/09/2022
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Hello Autumn!
23/09/2022
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'Homecoming' - an exhibition by Stu McLellan
12/09/2022
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Rest in Peace Your Majesty
08/09/2022
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Russ Daff is a very talented illustrator. He produced fabulous artworks for a second level textbook that were true to the briefs and engaging for teenage students. He was very professional in dealing with amendments and additional artworks needed to meet proofing deadlines and never allowed a deadline to impact his creativity.
Donna McCormack, Editorial Project Manager -
Here comes the sun!
18/08/2022
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We are delighted to welcome Brian Anderson to the hive! Brian's energetic, vibrant style would be ideal for a multitude of Children's Content Platforms.
Brian Anderson signs with Beehive! -
Pride
14/07/2022
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Time-lapse videos for new Hungry Tomato titles!
07/07/2022
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I only ever have good things to say about Beehive and your artists! You're all very easy to work with and you and the other agents, especially Christina, as she's my main contact for OUP, always do absolutely everything you can to help. Nothing is too much and artwork is on-time and to a great standard. I have every confidence in you and your artists and highly recommend you to anyone I work with or for.
Claire Gaukrodger - Gaukscreative -
Jubilee Celebrations!
30/06/2022
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In this Buzz series, we're going to take a closer look at a variety of different areas of illustration, examining the types of illustration you're likely come across throughout a whole range of diverse book formats! This time, we'll be taking a look at the fast-paced world of editorial illustration.
Taking a closer look at editorial illustration -
Getting To Know The Bees! Alice Larsson
09/06/2022
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Experience with Beehive on this recent project with Claudio was excellent as always - good and prompt communication from Beehive, including the contractual signing process we have to go through and Claudio followed the briefs and then provided the changes and options requested quickly.
Richard Parker - Pearson -
Anna's atmospheric colour palette and soulful characters will capture your imagination. Check out her portfolio now!
Anna Knopf signs with the Hive! -
It's time for our next look 'Under the Cover'! This time, we'll be looking specifically at what makes a great cover, and how a first-time author and first-time cover illustrator have collaborated to create a special piece which is loaded with clues about the story within...
Under the Cover: The Art of Running Away -
Time-lapse bees by Chloe Evans
27/04/2022
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My experience working with Beehive has always been excellent. Communication is always prompt and clear and you are very helpful with any queries or issues regarding illustration commissioning. 😊
Amelia Jones - Schofield and Sims -
Happy Easter
14/04/2022
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Getting To Know The Bees! Serineh Eliasian
14/04/2022
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In this Buzz series, we're going to take a closer look at a variety of different areas of children's publishing, examining the types of illustration you're likely come across throughout a whole range of diverse book formats! First up, we're examining those sturdy first books for the youngest readers: board books!
Taking a closer look at Board Books -
Beehive are our go to artist agency! They are like minded in their approach to providing a client focused service that aims to match the best illustrators to the job requirements. They are unflappable in their nature, kind and caring in their approach and no matter how crazy the job we send them, they somehow always manage to deliver. We would be lost without the team helping us to source artwork and we see them as imperative partners to the success of emc design and the work we do for educational organisations.
Sophie O'Rourke - Emc Design -
Getting To Know The Bees! Pablo Gallego
17/03/2022
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With Spring just around the corner, we take a look over just some of the new title releases that our busy Beehive artists have been creating.
Publishing this season! -
"Working with Beehive is always a pleasure! Fantastic artists, great communication and always on schedule. I look forward to working with Beehive and their lovely artists again in the future."
India Holden - Maverick Publishing -
Meet the Agent - Paul
21/02/2022
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Getting To Know The Bees! Marina Halak
17/02/2022
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Love is in the air!
11/02/2022
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"Usually, the work of an illustrator is something lonely, but with Beehive Illustration this changes, I feel protected and confident, because I'm working with a professional and wonderful team, working with the bees is one of the best things that has happened to me in the recent years!"
Daniel Limon - Beehive illustrator -
Beehive Monthly Challenge
27/01/2022
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Take a look at Valeria's dynamic unseen artwork. Her unique style stands out from the crowd, perfect for picture books, middle grade or even educational titles.
Valeria Abatzoglu's folio has been updated! -
We would like to give a big welcome to Tayana Gavva. Take a look at her vibrant portfolio that bursts off the page!
First New Signing of the Year!!! -
The thank you chocolate is back! We're delighted to say we're starting it up again! We're also offering beautiful wild flower seeds to help the bees and add a little sunshine. Meanwhile we will of course be continuing to say thank you for all those larger jobs with Honey Points, which can be exchanged for online shopping vouchers.
Thank you to all our lovely clients! -
Beehive's Christmas Get Together!
16/12/2021
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Getting To Know The Bees! Victor Tavares
25/11/2021
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October's Drawing Challenge
18/11/2021
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Getting To Know The Bees! Laura Estrada Ferraz
04/11/2021
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Climate Change artist response
04/11/2021
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A Big Thank You To Our Followers!
07/10/2021
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We are over the moon to learn that 'Jane Goodall: A Champion of Chimpanzees' illustrated by Beehive's very own Gustavo Mazali, has been listed as one of Bank Street's 2021 Best Children's Books of the Year!
Bank Street's 2021 Best Children's Books of the Year! -
Beehive Artist Xavier Mula has been shortlisted for the World Illustration Awards 2021!
23/09/2021
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Come and take a peek into our next 'Under the Cover.' This time we will be looking at a self-publishing series! It has been a delight to work with new writer, Alison Grunwald on her zany series, Whatever Next, Grandma! Illustrated by Beehive artist Mike Phillips.
Under the Cover: Whatever Next, Grandma! -
Getting To Know The Bees! Laura Arias
01/09/2021
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Feature Month: Women in traditionally male roles!
30/08/2021
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Working with Beehive Illustration has been an absolute pleasure! They moved mountains to help me illustrate my children's book. Contact with the illustrator (Mike Phillips) has been smooth and always very quick. But most importantly, Mike and the agency made everything possible - Mike is supremely talented and he brought all the characters to life in a way that made the magic happen for everyone. We are already putting in place plans for book two.
Tereza Matysova - Author of Spikey. Published by Compass-Publishing UK -
We are thrilled to announce that 'Shinoy and the Chaos Crew' series has been shortlisted in Teach Primary's 2021 Awards!
Teach Primary 2021 Finalist! -
Find out how you can support 'We Need Diverse Books' through Beehive!
28/07/2021
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Getting To Know The Bees! Valeria Abatzoglu
27/07/2021
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Schools around the world have been taking part in the Collins Big Cat Writing Competiton! Beehive artist Amit Tayal took part as one of the judges in the panel and brought the winning stories to life!
Collins Big Cat Writing Competition 2021! -
NSPCC partners with Ladybird for the charity's first children's book. Illustrated by Beehive's very own, Fhiona Galloway.
NSPCC Pantosaurus and the power of PANTS illustrated by Fhiona Galloway -
Beehive celebrates Pride Month 2021!
17/06/2021
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Working with Beehive Illustration has been a dream. One of the best parts of creating the Shinoy and the Chaos Crew series has been seeing the staggering artwork develop into stunning final pieces that have always exceeded my hopes and expectations. It has been a huge pleasure working with such a talented, professional and friendly team.
Chris Callaghan - Author of Harper Collins Shinoy and the Chaos Crew -
We are very proud to announce that 'A Letter from Tashi: A Snow Leopard Tale', illustrated by Beehive's Jan Smith and written by Carrie Hasler is a IBPA Benjamin Franklin Gold Award Winner!
Jan Smith WINS IBPA Benjamin Franklin Gold Award! -
Take a tour of our new website!
11/05/2021
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Welcome to our brand new feature, where we'll be taking you 'under the cover' of some of our favourite recent titles! We'll examine the creative process that goes into bringing a book to life, and speaking to the artists, editors, and writers involved. This time, we'll look at 'Shinoy and the Chaos Crew', a brand new adventure series for Key Stage 1, published by HarperCollins.
Under the Cover: Shinoy and the Chaos Crew -
Celebrating empowering Women!
10/03/2021
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An Immigrant's Tale - Read Beehive illustrator Robin Lawrie's amazing autobiographical tale of his family's experiences emigrating from a Scottish mining village in 1953 to Vancouver via a Cunard White Star Liner.
Written & illustrated by Robin Lawrie -
I'm always impressed by the level of care Beehive take of the jobs I commission with their artists. Their professionalism, attention to detail, fairness and unflappable good humour in the face of some pretty apocalyptic briefing endeavours never ceases to astonish. You know that a job placed with Beehive will go as smoothly as possible.
Alan Heal @ EMC Design -
COVID-19
14/01/2021
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Last Summer Chuck Whelon's search and find illustrations for the Daily Mail's 'Great Summer £50,000 Treasure Hunt' became their biggest ever summer competition! Great work, Chuck!
Illustrated by Chuck Whelon for the Daily Mail -
Rosie brings Classic fm’s Hall of Fame to life!
08/05/2020
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Rosie steals the spotlight
16/10/2019
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Omar Aranda guests at International Book Fair
03/10/2019
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Dave Smith's elephant for Elmer's Big Parade
02/07/2019
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Friendly, professional and always a pleasure to work with the Beehive team. Their artists produce fantastic artwork and never let us down!
Kamae Design -
First Prize for Pablo!
23/05/2019
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Rosie's hand-painted pod
26/06/2018
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It's a girl!
07/02/2018
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Bees at the Book Fair
20/03/2017
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It's the Beehive Christmas Activity Pack!
16/12/2016
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My first venture into writing Children's illustrated books came to a grinding halt until I was directed by a friend to Beehive Illustration. Through Beehive, Rupert Van Wyk managed to illustrate 3 books absolutely beautifully. To my chagrin, the first comment from most readers is 'what beautiful illustrations" - never mind about the author!
Penny Tuttey - Author -
The Bees Meet the Scholastic Ladies!
24/11/2016
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Bees on Target!
20/10/2016
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Working with the Beehive team over the last 12 years has been an absolute pleasure. Not only with individual attention to project handling, but ‘can-do’ attitude and approachability, make working on projects an easy and happy teamwork experience
Carolyn Gibson - Designer -
Bees in Pyjamas for Children in Need
13/11/2015
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Arnie creates a BUZZ....
05/06/2015
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It's a Girl!
04/06/2015
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Christina's last day for six months
24/04/2015
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Welcome new-bee Abigail
04/12/2014
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Budding young writing winners
01/04/2014
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Ellie's had another boy
17/10/2013
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The Bees' Knees-Up
25/07/2013
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Wychwood and a Wedding
21/06/2013
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Tamara and the Bees
19/03/2013
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Double Chocolate for February
16/06/2012
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Bee-friendly flower seeds
04/04/2012
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Jim Peacock creates a Buzz
06/03/2012
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They've had a little boy!
03/11/2010
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Ellie and Bud get married
21/06/2009
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Beehive at Bologna
10/05/2007
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Beehive at Bologna - the early years
15/05/2004
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