351. Explore a marvellous garden of bees with writer and expert Dave Goulson

Professor Dave Goulson is one of Britain's foremost experts on bee ecology and conservation. And his Sussex garden is a magnificent example of how to create the perfect haven for our most precious pollinators.
Plodcast host Fergus Collins enjoys a tour of this mini nature reserve and meets some of our charismatic spring bee species – while Dave tells fascinating tales of the hidden world of these astonishing insects.
Dave Goulson's latest book A Bee Spotters Guide is published by The National Trust.
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