u/KoalaConfident3667

Hello! I am in Derbyshire, UK.

Yesterday around 6pm I noticed a swarm of bees gathering around my chimney. I called a few beekeepers, who told me that it was too high for them to collect (two storey house), but I should light a fire to discourage them from settling.

The problem is that chimney is above an oil aga, which is temperamental at the best of times. I was up until 2am, but unable to light the aga. 😭 I am trying again this morning, but I am not encouraged.

How do I get those poor bees out of my chimney? I understand I still have a window of hope to discourage them before they settle, but given my failure in lighting an aga I am struggling for what to do.

Thank you!