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17/06/2026

16/06/2026

Have you found a bumblebee nest recently? Here is a quick Q&A about what to do if you find one 🐝🏠

Q: I’ve found a bumblebee nest. What should I do?
A: You’re lucky! Bumblebee nests aren’t very common. Although some people can be worried, we generally recommend that nests are left alone.

Q: How long does a bumblebee nest last?
A: Not very long (just a few months). Often a nest is only spotted once it is well established and there is more visible bumblebee activity. The nest could be approaching its end, so it might finish sooner than you think.

Q: Do bumblebees sting?
A: If left alone, bumblebees are generally calm creatures that prefer to visit flowers and avoid people. Females will occasionally sting if they feel threatened. Male bumblebees don’t have a sting.

Q: The nest is in an awkward position. What can I do to avoid disturbing it?
A: Try using these temporary measures:
🪟 Cover window openings with netting. Bumblebees don’t mean to come indoors!
🗑️ Keep pets and children away from nest entrances with temporary fencing or barriers. An upturned wire basket (such as a hanging basket) might give the bumblebees the space they need to safely come and go.
🔇 Move play equipment or garden seating to another area of the garden. Avoid making too much noise or vibration (e.g. mowing the lawn) near the nest.

Q: Do bumblebee nests cause any structural damage?
A: No. Bumblebees don't dig holes and once vacated, the nest will dry up.

Q: What should you do if you accidentally disturb a nest?
A: Gently replace any material, like long grass, that was covering the nest. Alternatively, place something over the top of the nest to shelter it from the weather. Then leave the bumblebees to repair any damage.

Q: Can you move a bumblebee nest for me?
A: No. We can’t move bumblebee nests or recommend anyone who can. Moving a nest could damage the bumblebees and the structure they’re in. The easiest solution is to wait until the bumblebees have finished nesting.

Is your question not covered here? For more information on bumblebee nests and what to do if you find one, please visit our FAQs page:
https://ow.ly/GWvr50Z8I1g

16/06/2026

Joyful June - Day 16: Speak to others in a warm and friendly way https://actionforhappiness.org/joyful-june

15/06/2026

15/06/2026

Joyful June - Day 15: Look for something to be thankful for where you least expect it https://actionforhappiness.org/joyful-june

15/06/2026

It’s National Picnic Week and what a perfect excuse to take your lunch outside.

In all the excitement, children may want to explore but it’s important to encourage them to sit down when eating to reduce the risk of choking.

Plus, don’t forget choking is silent, so be sure to watch them whilst they’re eating so you can react quickly if they get into trouble.

What’s your favourite picnic snack for your children? Let us know in the comments.

Download our choking fact sheet to learn more: https://capt.org.uk/resources/choking-fact-sheet/

13/06/2026

Joyful June - Day 13: Take a light-hearted approach. Choose to see the funny side https://actionforhappiness.org/joyful-june

12/06/2026