The Hive
There are various types of bee hive. It is a good idea to use the same type of hive used locally as your bees are likely to be local too.
Most members of our association use National Hives.(???)
The hive is made up of various parts:
Hive Stand
Floor
Brood Box
Queen Excluder
Super
Crownboard
Roof
Frames
Tools
Hive Tool
Smoker
Bee Brush
Manipulation Cloth
Clothing
Bee Suits
Gloves
Wellies