The Secret Life of Bees with Steve Backshall

Documentary Educational Environment Natural World Science 2025

Steve Backshall explores the world of bees and their role in our biodiversity. He meets King Charles III's beekeeper, Eden Project founder Sir Tim Smit, bee aficionado Martha Kearney and more.

Director: Ros Edwards

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Episodes

EP 1

The Secret Life of Bees with Steve Backshall — Episode 1

Steve Backshall visits King Charles III's bees at Highgrove and meets with the King's own beekeeper, Steve Benbow. Bee scientist Professor Lars Chittka attempts to see if honeybees can work…

EP 2

The Secret Life of Bees with Steve Backshall — Episode 2

Steve finds out about the importance of Britain's wild bees. Professors Lars Chittka and Dave Goulson reveal that bumblebees love playing football. Steve and his wife try the most expensive…