Our popular National Beehive with a striking gabled roof is a complete flat-packed hive kit, ideal for beekeepers looking for a durable, weather-resistant hive with a classic appearance.

Constructed from Western Red Cedar, this hive is designed for long life, excellent insulation, and reliable performance throughout the beekeeping season.

Supplied with a standard brood box and two super boxes, this National hive is suitable for both beginner and experienced beekeepers and supports efficient colony management and honey production.

What’s Included:

Full assembly instructions
Varroa mesh floor (including mesh) with slide-out inspection tray
Entrance block with summer and winter entrance options
1 × Brood box
2 × Super boxes
Metal runners fitted to all boxes
Metal queen excluder
Crown board with cut-outs for 2 Porter bee escapes
Gabled roof with protective aluminium cover

Key Features & Benefits

Manufactured from Western Red Cedar for durability and weather resistance
Traditional National hive design with modern varroa monitoring
Gabled roof with aluminium cover for enhanced protection
Flat pack format for easier transport and storage
Varroa floor with inspection tray for effective hive health checks
Suitable for hobbyist and professional beekeepers

What’s Not Included:

Glue
Nails
Frames
Wax foundation
Bees

Compatible frames and wax can be found in our Frames & Wax section for National hives.

Assembly Information:

Printed assembly instructions are included with your hive. We also recommend watching the National Beehive assembly video for step-by-step visual guidance.

Why Choose This National Beehive?

Part of our trusted range of National beekeeping hives and equipment, this cedar hive combines traditional design with practical modern features—making it a dependable, attractive choice for managing healthy colonies.