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Sept 2023
Honeybees are making their home in the heart of Harrogate after new hives were installed on the roof of Victoria Shopping Centre.
The move comes due to a partnership with Spa Bees, a Harrogate-based not-for-profit organisation dedicated to honeybee conservation.
The purpose of the hives is to create a safe habitat for the bees, which play a crucial role in pollination and the overall health of the environment, promoting sustainability and enhancing biodiversity in the town centre.
Stuart Gibson, of Spa Bees, said:
The beehives are expected to produce a significant amount of honey, and Spa Bees hopes to host a pop-up at Victoria Shopping Centre over the coming year to sell its honey.
James White, centre manager of Victoria Shopping Centre, said:
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