Sherriff S36 Apiarist – English-Made Bee Suit

Choose a full protective suit with decades of beekeeping heritage. The Sherriff S36 Apiarist is handmade by B. J. Sherriff in Cornwall, England and is designed for both professional and hobby beekeepers who want durable, traditional protective clothing.

The Apiarist design dates back to 1968 and remains one of the company’s established full-suit designs.

Durable Poly-Cotton Construction

The suit is manufactured from smooth, robust poly-cotton with double-stitched seams. Its relaxed cut leaves a working room underneath the garment, while elastic and adjustable closures help secure vulnerable openings.

Features include:

• Double-stitched poly-cotton construction
• Traditional detachable hood
• Sherriff ClearView veil mesh
• Elasticated wrist and ankle cuffs
• Wide cuff elastic with Velcro adjustment
• Thumb loops
• Ankle zips for use over boots
• Multiple tool and personal-item pockets
• Easy-pull hood zipper
• Relaxed fit

The removable hood allows the main suit to be machine washed separately.

Practical Storage Around the Suit

The S36 includes hip pockets, breast pockets with Velcro flaps, a narrow pocket suitable for a pen or similar item, and a key clip.

These storage points reduce the need to carry loose items while moving between hives.

Available Sizes

Current Sherriff sizing includes:

• S
• M
• L
• XL
• 2XL
• 3XL
• 4XL

Each order is for one complete suit in the selected size.

Use the manufacturer’s garment measurements when choosing a size. Beekeeping suits are intended to provide a relaxed fit rather than sit tightly against the skin.

Easy Entry Over Work Boots

Zips extending upward from the ankles make the suit easier to put on and remove without taking off boots. Thumb loops also help keep the sleeves in position when gloves are pulled over the cuffs.

No protective suit is guaranteed to prevent every sting. Always inspect the veil, seams, cuffs and zips before approaching a colony.

Order the Sherriff S36 Apiarist Bee Suit from Hornsby Beekeeping Supplies today. Select your Sherriff size or call 02 9477 5569 for fitting assistance.