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HONEY BY IAN &Co.

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We are delighted to welcome you to Honey by Ian & Co., lovingly run by our Warmer Family. Built on strong family values, our mission is to produce award-winning, pure, raw honey from our local hives. Bees are vital to food security and biodiversity, and our mission is to protect these essential pollinators to sustain our planet's ecosystems for future generations.

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AWARD WINNING DORSET HONEY

In both 2024 and 2022, we were honoured to be Winners at the Love Local Trust Local competition for our Honey. This incredible initiative, founded by Barbara Cossins, celebrates and supports Dorset's local farmers and producers, shining a spotlight on their dedication and passion.

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Experience beekeeping for yourself!

Join us for an immersive beekeeping experience where you'll suit up, delve into active beehives, and gain hands-on knowledge of why bees are so important and how our delicious honey is produced.

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Since 2015 we have been lovingly producing honey from our local hives in Hampshire & Dorset. Our honey is completely untreated and unpasteurised which helps preserve all the natural vitamins and enzymes. No additives or preservative - just completely pure.

Our British honey comes directly from our beautiful honeybees, ethically made, and then jarred by us. That's it.

All purchases help protect and save the vulnerable bee population in the UK. So, you know when you're tucking into your jar of honey, you're doing your bit to save the planet.

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🍯 As many of you already know, sustainable beekeeping is not a cheap “hobby”! One of the reasons we’re able to keep our prices lower than many other beekeepers is because we have so many regular customers recycling their honey jars for us!

🍯 Thanks to today’s customers alone, we got 12 jars back. This means we can sterilise the jars and reuse them, saving the cost of buying new jars. We do buy new lids because the seals could be contaminated, but it’s a much cheaper option for us than having to buy the jar and the lid and, of course, it’s so much better for the environment too.

🍯 If you purchased your honey from @bakehouse24 and @thenoisylobster you can also take your empty jars back to them and we will collect.

🍯 As many of you already know, sustainable beekeeping is not a cheap “hobby”! One of the reasons we’re able to keep our prices lower than many other beekeepers is because we have so many regular customers recycling their honey jars for us!

🍯 Thanks to today’s customers alone, we got 12 jars back. This means we can sterilise the jars and reuse them, saving the cost of buying new jars. We do buy new lids because the seals could be contaminated, but it’s a much cheaper option for us than having to buy the jar and the lid and, of course, it’s so much better for the environment too.

🍯 If you purchased your honey from @bakehouse24 and @thenoisylobster you can also take your empty jars back to them and we will collect.

🐝 We hope you’ve had a great weekend and had time to get into the fresh air and enjoy the sunshine! Our bees are certainly enjoying the warmth and are building up very fast. They’ve got lots in the garden to keep them happy; fruit trees are starting to flower (fingers crossed, no more frosts please!) and we have been busy germinating sweet peas and sunflowers.

🍯 On Saturday 5th April we’ll be at the Allendale Spring Craft Fayre in Wimborne from 10am - 4pm. Please also support the Seed Swap at Trinity Church in Ringwood where you’ll be able to get your hands on some of our sunflower seeds.

🌼 As our events start to build up and our Bee Experience days restart, we become very busy again. Do remember that you can still order via our website and our honey is also available at various locations:
@thenoisylobster
@thebaytree_ferndown
@gulliversfarmshop
@bakehouse24
@thecellar.ringwood
@timberringwood

#honey #bees #beeswaxcandles #fruittree #nature #beekeepers

🐝 We hope you’ve had a great weekend and had time to get into the fresh air and enjoy the sunshine! Our bees are certainly enjoying the warmth and are building up very fast. They’ve got lots in the garden to keep them happy; fruit trees are starting to flower (fingers crossed, no more frosts please!) and we have been busy germinating sweet peas and sunflowers.

🍯 On Saturday 5th April we’ll be at the Allendale Spring Craft Fayre in Wimborne from 10am - 4pm. Please also support the Seed Swap at Trinity Church in Ringwood where you’ll be able to get your hands on some of our sunflower seeds.

🌼 As our events start to build up and our Bee Experience days restart, we become very busy again. Do remember that you can still order via our website and our honey is also available at various locations:
@thenoisylobster
@thebaytree_ferndown
@gulliversfarmshop
@bakehouse24
@thecellar.ringwood
@timberringwood

#honey #bees #beeswaxcandles #fruittree #nature #beekeepers

Invasive Asian Hornet Threatens European Ecosystems 🚨

A recent report from The Guardian highlights the alarming impact of Asian hornets across Europe. These invasive predators are consuming hundreds of insect species, including essential pollinators like bees, posing a serious threat to biodiversity and food security 🐝⚠️

With populations expanding, it is crucial for beekeepers, conservationists, and the public to stay informed and report sightings to prevent further ecological damage.

🔗 Read more in The Guardian

Early detection is key to controlling their spread 🌍🐝

#AsianHornet #InvasiveSpecies #SaveTheBees #BeeConservation #BiodiversityCrisis #ProtectOurPollinators #BeekeepingLife #WildlifeThreat #EnvironmentalAwareness #TheWarmerFamily #StopTheSpread #PollinatorsMatter #ProtectTheBees #EcoAwareness #ClimateCrisis #SustainableLiving #NatureAtRisk #WildlifeConservation #SaveOurBees #ThreatenedSpecies #BeeProtection #BeekeeperLife #ProtectBiodiversity #EcoFriendlyLiving #BeekeepingCommunity #EuropeanWildlife #BeesInDanger #ActForNature #ConservationMatters #WildlifeAtRisk

Invasive Asian Hornet Threatens European Ecosystems 🚨

A recent report from The Guardian highlights the alarming impact of Asian hornets across Europe. These invasive predators are consuming hundreds of insect species, including essential pollinators like bees, posing a serious threat to biodiversity and food security 🐝⚠️

With populations expanding, it is crucial for beekeepers, conservationists, and the public to stay informed and report sightings to prevent further ecological damage.

🔗 Read more in The Guardian

Early detection is key to controlling their spread 🌍🐝

#AsianHornet #InvasiveSpecies #SaveTheBees #BeeConservation #BiodiversityCrisis #ProtectOurPollinators #BeekeepingLife #WildlifeThreat #EnvironmentalAwareness #TheWarmerFamily #StopTheSpread #PollinatorsMatter #ProtectTheBees #EcoAwareness #ClimateCrisis #SustainableLiving #NatureAtRisk #WildlifeConservation #SaveOurBees #ThreatenedSpecies #BeeProtection #BeekeeperLife #ProtectBiodiversity #EcoFriendlyLiving #BeekeepingCommunity #EuropeanWildlife #BeesInDanger #ActForNature #ConservationMatters #WildlifeAtRisk

The first signs of spring are here! 💛🌿

These beautiful snowdrops and daffodils are braving the last of the winter chill, reminding us that warmer, brighter days are just around the corner!

Who else loves spotting these little signs of spring? 🌱

#TheWarmerFamily #FamilyBeekeeping #BeekeepingLife #BuzzingWithJoy #BeeswaxCandles #HandmadeWithLove #SpringVibes #EasterDecor #FollowOurJourney #SmallBusinessLove #SaveTheBees #BeekeepingJourney #BeeFriendly #SustainableLiving #SupportLocal #HoneyHarvest #PollinatorsMatter #EcoFriendlyLiving #FarmLife #NatureLovers #FamilyAdventures #CountryLiving

The first signs of spring are here! 💛🌿

These beautiful snowdrops and daffodils are braving the last of the winter chill, reminding us that warmer, brighter days are just around the corner!

Who else loves spotting these little signs of spring? 🌱

#TheWarmerFamily #FamilyBeekeeping #BeekeepingLife #BuzzingWithJoy #BeeswaxCandles #HandmadeWithLove #SpringVibes #EasterDecor #FollowOurJourney #SmallBusinessLove #SaveTheBees #BeekeepingJourney #BeeFriendly #SustainableLiving #SupportLocal #HoneyHarvest #PollinatorsMatter #EcoFriendlyLiving #FarmLife #NatureLovers #FamilyAdventures #CountryLiving

For those who’ve joined us recently - welcome! 👋💛

We’re the Warmer family - just a normal (or as some of our closest friends might say…abnormal) family sharing our beekeeping journey, behind-the-scenes chaos, and all the sweet moments in between! 🍯✨

Glad to have you along for the ride! 🏡🐝

#TheWarmerFamily #FamilyBeekeeping #BeekeepingLife #BuzzingWithJoy #MeetTheMakers #FollowOurJourney #SmallBusinessLove #SaveTheBees #BeekeepingJourney #BeeFriendly #SustainableLiving #SupportLocal #HoneyHarvest #PollinatorsMatter #EcoFriendlyLiving #FarmLife #NatureLovers #FamilyAdventures #CountryLiving #LifeOnTheFarm #HomesteadingLife #SlowLiving #SpringBuzz #BeeHappy #GoldenHourGlow #WeekendVibes #HandmadeWithLove

For those who’ve joined us recently - welcome! 👋💛

We’re the Warmer family - just a normal (or as some of our closest friends might say…abnormal) family sharing our beekeeping journey, behind-the-scenes chaos, and all the sweet moments in between! 🍯✨

Glad to have you along for the ride! 🏡🐝

#TheWarmerFamily #FamilyBeekeeping #BeekeepingLife #BuzzingWithJoy #MeetTheMakers #FollowOurJourney #SmallBusinessLove #SaveTheBees #BeekeepingJourney #BeeFriendly #SustainableLiving #SupportLocal #HoneyHarvest #PollinatorsMatter #EcoFriendlyLiving #FarmLife #NatureLovers #FamilyAdventures #CountryLiving #LifeOnTheFarm #HomesteadingLife #SlowLiving #SpringBuzz #BeeHappy #GoldenHourGlow #WeekendVibes #HandmadeWithLove

��🐝 All our Bee Experience days for 2025 have now sold out. If you have paid your deposit, your space has been confirmed by us via Email and we can’t wait to see you.

🍯 There is a possibility we can host one more day if we have enough participants. This would be on Sunday 3rd August 10:30am - 3:00pm. We only have space for 4 adults. If you’re interested, please contact us ASAP.

🐝 All our Bee Experience days for 2025 have now sold out. If you have paid your deposit, your space has been confirmed by us via Email and we can’t wait to see you.

🍯 There is a possibility we can host one more day if we have enough participants. This would be on Sunday 3rd August 10:30am - 3:00pm. We only have space for 4 adults. If you’re interested, please contact us ASAP.

Get Ready for a Buzzing Summer Garden! 🐝🌱

Looking to make your garden a paradise for bees this summer? February is the perfect time to start planting seeds that will blossom into bee-friendly havens by June and July. Here’s what you can plant now for a vibrant garden to attract butterflies and bees:

1. Sunflowers - Start sunflower seeds indoors in February to transplant after the last frost. They are loved by bees for their plentiful pollen and nectar.

2. Lavender - Essential for any bee-friendly garden, start these fragrant herbs indoors.

3. Cosmos - Simple to grow and absolutely stunning, perfect for bees and novice gardeners.

4. Zinnias - Start zinnia seeds indoors in February for transplanting later. Zinnias are excellent for attracting bees and butterflies with their bright, nectar-rich flowers.

5. Echinacea - Echinacea can be sown directly into the ground in some milder climates or started indoors. It’s a perennial that bees adore.

6. Borage - You can start borage indoors and move it outside as the weather warms. It continually produces nectar-rich flowers through the summer.

7. Foxglove - Tall and striking, these flowers are a magnet for bees (remember to handle with care due to toxicity).

8. Black-eyed Susan - Robust and radiant, attracting pollinators all season long.

When starting seeds in February, make sure to provide them with enough light and warmth to sprout, as these conditions are crucial for germination. As the weather warms, harden off your plants by gradually introducing them to outdoor conditions before fully transplanting them 🌿

Which of these are you planning to plant? All our jars of honey come with a sachet of sunflower seeds free of charge, which we would love you to plant for the bees to enjoy. All you need is a yoghurt pot and some soil. Make a well with your finger about 2 cm down, drop the seed in, give a little amount of water and within a couple of weeks, you should start to see a shoot appearing! 🌼🍯

#localhoney #savethebees #beefriendlygarden #beefriendly #planting #gardening #gardendesign #gardeninspiration #beelovers #beegarden #growyourown #ecogarden

Get Ready for a Buzzing Summer Garden! 🐝🌱

Looking to make your garden a paradise for bees this summer? February is the perfect time to start planting seeds that will blossom into bee-friendly havens by June and July. Here’s what you can plant now for a vibrant garden to attract butterflies and bees:

1. Sunflowers - Start sunflower seeds indoors in February to transplant after the last frost. They are loved by bees for their plentiful pollen and nectar.

2. Lavender - Essential for any bee-friendly garden, start these fragrant herbs indoors.

3. Cosmos - Simple to grow and absolutely stunning, perfect for bees and novice gardeners.

4. Zinnias - Start zinnia seeds indoors in February for transplanting later. Zinnias are excellent for attracting bees and butterflies with their bright, nectar-rich flowers.

5. Echinacea - Echinacea can be sown directly into the ground in some milder climates or started indoors. It’s a perennial that bees adore.

6. Borage - You can start borage indoors and move it outside as the weather warms. It continually produces nectar-rich flowers through the summer.

7. Foxglove - Tall and striking, these flowers are a magnet for bees (remember to handle with care due to toxicity).

8. Black-eyed Susan - Robust and radiant, attracting pollinators all season long.

When starting seeds in February, make sure to provide them with enough light and warmth to sprout, as these conditions are crucial for germination. As the weather warms, harden off your plants by gradually introducing them to outdoor conditions before fully transplanting them 🌿

Which of these are you planning to plant? All our jars of honey come with a sachet of sunflower seeds free of charge, which we would love you to plant for the bees to enjoy. All you need is a yoghurt pot and some soil. Make a well with your finger about 2 cm down, drop the seed in, give a little amount of water and within a couple of weeks, you should start to see a shoot appearing! 🌼🍯

#localhoney #savethebees #beefriendlygarden #beefriendly #planting #gardening #gardendesign #gardeninspiration #beelovers #beegarden #growyourown #ecogarden

We know you are all romantics at heart, so we’re adding a little extra love to your orders!

From now until Valentine’s Day, every order of our 12oz honey will come with a FREE heart-shaped candle made with beeswax from our hives - perfect for setting the mood or gifting to someone special! 🕯🍯

#ValentinesDay #GiftIdeas #HoneyLove #OrganicHoney #RawHoney #BeeKind #ShopSmall #SupportLocal #SweetTreat #Candlelight #EcoFriendly #HandmadeCandles #Beekeeping #BeeHappy #SelfCare #spreadthelove #HealthyLiving #SweetTooth #SustainableLiving #honeybee #NatureLover #FarmToTable #NaturalGoodness #ArtisanHoney #GiftsForHer #GiftsForHim #RomanticVibes #LuxuryGifts #LoveAndLight #ValentinesGift

We know you are all romantics at heart, so we’re adding a little extra love to your orders!

From now until Valentine’s Day, every order of our 12oz honey will come with a FREE heart-shaped candle made with beeswax from our hives - perfect for setting the mood or gifting to someone special! 🕯🍯

#ValentinesDay #GiftIdeas #HoneyLove #OrganicHoney #RawHoney #BeeKind #ShopSmall #SupportLocal #SweetTreat #Candlelight #EcoFriendly #HandmadeCandles #Beekeeping #BeeHappy #SelfCare #spreadthelove #HealthyLiving #SweetTooth #SustainableLiving #honeybee #NatureLover #FarmToTable #NaturalGoodness #ArtisanHoney #GiftsForHer #GiftsForHim #RomanticVibes #LuxuryGifts #LoveAndLight #ValentinesGift

🍯 Bestseller this week has been our beautiful Ferndown honey. A delicious, multi-floral, runny honey and a winner for all of us with a sweet tooth.

🐝 Did you know that the texture, colour and taste of honey changes depending on the season? The bees are desperately searching for anything that’s in bloom right now, so that’s flowers like crocuses, snowdrops, gorse and hellebores. The hives are building up after the cold winter months.

🍯 The crunch months are March and April when the Queen is laying a lot, the hives are getting bigger but there might not be many plants in bloom still. This is when beekeepers might have to feed the bees artificially with a special fondant. Once we’re over these months, then we know we’re over the worst.

🐝 Summer hopefully signals a strong, healthy hive and an abundance of flowers. We are lucky to have the New Forest on our doorstep which means the bees feed off the bell and ling heather.

🍯 One thing we have no control over is what the farmers plant! Sometimes they plant rape which the bees love, but we don’t because it creates a slight bitterness to the honey.

❤️ If you have fallen in love with our honey and are looking for a certain consistency or flavour, then let us know. We can trace every jar back to the exact batch it came from,the exact hive and date it was harvested.

🍯 Bestseller this week has been our beautiful Ferndown honey. A delicious, multi-floral, runny honey and a winner for all of us with a sweet tooth.

🐝 Did you know that the texture, colour and taste of honey changes depending on the season? The bees are desperately searching for anything that’s in bloom right now, so that’s flowers like crocuses, snowdrops, gorse and hellebores. The hives are building up after the cold winter months.

🍯 The crunch months are March and April when the Queen is laying a lot, the hives are getting bigger but there might not be many plants in bloom still. This is when beekeepers might have to feed the bees artificially with a special fondant. Once we’re over these months, then we know we’re over the worst.

🐝 Summer hopefully signals a strong, healthy hive and an abundance of flowers. We are lucky to have the New Forest on our doorstep which means the bees feed off the bell and ling heather.

🍯 One thing we have no control over is what the farmers plant! Sometimes they plant rape which the bees love, but we don’t because it creates a slight bitterness to the honey.

❤️ If you have fallen in love with our honey and are looking for a certain consistency or flavour, then let us know. We can trace every jar back to the exact batch it came from,the exact hive and date it was harvested.

As we prep for 2025’s market season, we took a look back at last year’s highlights. Check out these snaps and stay tuned for what we’ve got planned in 2025 👀🌟. More fun, more buzz, and even more honey await!

#BeekeepingLife #MarketDays #Throwback #HoneyLove #EcoFriendly #SupportLocal #Beekeepers #MarketSeason #2025Markets #BeeHappy #LocalHoney #SustainableLiving #FarmersMarketFinds #CommunityConnection #BeeTheChange #NatureLovers #ShopLocal #HiveLife #SweetMemories

As we prep for 2025’s market season, we took a look back at last year’s highlights. Check out these snaps and stay tuned for what we’ve got planned in 2025 👀🌟. More fun, more buzz, and even more honey await!

#BeekeepingLife #MarketDays #Throwback #HoneyLove #EcoFriendly #SupportLocal #Beekeepers #MarketSeason #2025Markets #BeeHappy #LocalHoney #SustainableLiving #FarmersMarketFinds #CommunityConnection #BeeTheChange #NatureLovers #ShopLocal #HiveLife #SweetMemories

Sustainable Beekeeping: Jar Reusing✨🐝

We’re excited to announce a significant milestone in our sustainability efforts! Thanks to the proactive support of our fantastic customers, we are now reusing 15% of all our honey jars! 🌍

Each jar that you return to us is carefully sterilised and then refilled with fresh, delicious honey. All we do is pop a new lid on, and it’s ready for another round of enjoyment! This simple act of reusing helps us reduce waste and minimise our environmental footprint.

Together, we make a bigger difference! 🌼🍯

#HoneyLovers #BeekeepingLife #SustainableLiving #EcoBeekeeping #RawHoney #SaveTheBees #UrbanBeekeeping #HoneyBees #BeeFriendly #BeeConservation #NaturalHoney #EcoFriendlyLiving #BeekeepersOfInstagram #BeeSustainable #HoneyHarvest #BeehiveLife #OrganicBeekeeping #PureHoney #BeeLover #BeehiveBasics #SustainableHoney #ProtectPollinators #ApiaryLife #BeekeeperCommunity #GreenBeekeeping #Honeycomb #BeeGarden #EcoWarrior #HoneyMarket #BeeCulture

Sustainable Beekeeping: Jar Reusing✨🐝

We’re excited to announce a significant milestone in our sustainability efforts! Thanks to the proactive support of our fantastic customers, we are now reusing 15% of all our honey jars! 🌍

Each jar that you return to us is carefully sterilised and then refilled with fresh, delicious honey. All we do is pop a new lid on, and it’s ready for another round of enjoyment! This simple act of reusing helps us reduce waste and minimise our environmental footprint.

Together, we make a bigger difference! 🌼🍯

#HoneyLovers #BeekeepingLife #SustainableLiving #EcoBeekeeping #RawHoney #SaveTheBees #UrbanBeekeeping #HoneyBees #BeeFriendly #BeeConservation #NaturalHoney #EcoFriendlyLiving #BeekeepersOfInstagram #BeeSustainable #HoneyHarvest #BeehiveLife #OrganicBeekeeping #PureHoney #BeeLover #BeehiveBasics #SustainableHoney #ProtectPollinators #ApiaryLife #BeekeeperCommunity #GreenBeekeeping #Honeycomb #BeeGarden #EcoWarrior #HoneyMarket #BeeCulture

When it’s your birthday….but you’re a beekeeper! Even the wrapping paper has bees on it! A very Happy Bee Day to our Ian. We hope you have a fabulous day! 🐝🍯🐝❤️🎂

When it’s your birthday….but you’re a beekeeper! Even the wrapping paper has bees on it! A very Happy Bee Day to our Ian. We hope you have a fabulous day! 🐝🍯🐝❤️🎂

NEW: Our 2025 Valentine Gift Boxes are here to make hearts (and taste buds) happy! 🐝✨

💛 Option 1: A gift-wrapped box with 3 handmade beeswax heart-shaped candles

💛 Option 2: A gift-wrapped box with 5oz of local honey + 1 beeswax heart candle

Local. Handmade. Thoughtful. 🍯

The perfect gift for someone special (or to treat yourself!).

Check out our website or message us for more details

#ValentinesDay #ValentinesGift #HandmadeGifts #LocalHoney #BeeswaxCandles #SupportLocal #SustainableGifts #SmallBusinessLove #GiftIdeas #ThoughtfulGifts #EcoFriendly #BeeLovers #HoneyLovers #NaturalGifts #HeartCandles #SweetGift #ValentineIdeas #GiftForHer #GiftForHim #Handcrafted #MadeWithLove #ShopLocal #ArtisanMade #BeeKind #BeekeepingLove #LoveGifts #EcoConscious #ValentineVibes #SmallBizSupport #honeybeemagic

NEW: Our 2025 Valentine Gift Boxes are here to make hearts (and taste buds) happy! 🐝✨

💛 Option 1: A gift-wrapped box with 3 handmade beeswax heart-shaped candles

💛 Option 2: A gift-wrapped box with 5oz of local honey + 1 beeswax heart candle

Local. Handmade. Thoughtful. 🍯

The perfect gift for someone special (or to treat yourself!).

Check out our website or message us for more details

#ValentinesDay #ValentinesGift #HandmadeGifts #LocalHoney #BeeswaxCandles #SupportLocal #SustainableGifts #SmallBusinessLove #GiftIdeas #ThoughtfulGifts #EcoFriendly #BeeLovers #HoneyLovers #NaturalGifts #HeartCandles #SweetGift #ValentineIdeas #GiftForHer #GiftForHim #Handcrafted #MadeWithLove #ShopLocal #ArtisanMade #BeeKind #BeekeepingLove #LoveGifts #EcoConscious #ValentineVibes #SmallBizSupport #honeybeemagic

Winter Tasks for Beekeepers 🐝

During the winter when our bees are huddled in their hives for warmth, we beekeepers are busy with crucial tasks to ensure a successful spring. Here’s just a few things that we are up to during these colder months:

🔨 Frame Maintenance - Winter is the perfect time for us to clean up and repair old frames. We carefully scrape off propolis and wax build-up and check each frame for signs of damage. Keeping frames in top condition is crucial for the health of the hive.

🔧 Equipment Repairs - Not just the frames, but all beekeeping equipment needs a once-over. Broken parts are repaired or replaced, from hive tools to smokers and protective gear, ensuring everything is ready for the busy season ahead.

🏠 Making Roofs and Covers - Protecting the hive from various weather conditions is vital, especially during harsh winters. We spend time building and repairing hive roofs and covers that will shield our bees from rain and snow.

📚 Education and Planning - Winter also provides a valuable pause for learning and future planning. It’s a time for growth and preparation for hopefully a great 2025 season!

#Beekeeping #BeekeepersLife #WinterBeekeeping #BeePreparation #HiveMaintenance #SustainableBeekeeping #Beekeeper #ApiaryLife #SaveTheBees #BeeConservation #BeesOfInstagram #BeeLovers #HoneyBees #BeekeepingTips #ApiaryWork #Beehive #BeekeepingSeason #BeekeepingCommunity #Apiary #BeeFriendly #NatureLovers #EcoFriendly #UrbanBeekeeping #CountryBeekeeping #BeeEducation #BeekeepersOfInstagram #BeekeepingIsLife #BeekeepingSupplies #ProtectPollinators #BeekeepingGear

Winter Tasks for Beekeepers 🐝

During the winter when our bees are huddled in their hives for warmth, we beekeepers are busy with crucial tasks to ensure a successful spring. Here’s just a few things that we are up to during these colder months:

🔨 Frame Maintenance - Winter is the perfect time for us to clean up and repair old frames. We carefully scrape off propolis and wax build-up and check each frame for signs of damage. Keeping frames in top condition is crucial for the health of the hive.

🔧 Equipment Repairs - Not just the frames, but all beekeeping equipment needs a once-over. Broken parts are repaired or replaced, from hive tools to smokers and protective gear, ensuring everything is ready for the busy season ahead.

🏠 Making Roofs and Covers - Protecting the hive from various weather conditions is vital, especially during harsh winters. We spend time building and repairing hive roofs and covers that will shield our bees from rain and snow.

📚 Education and Planning - Winter also provides a valuable pause for learning and future planning. It’s a time for growth and preparation for hopefully a great 2025 season!

#Beekeeping #BeekeepersLife #WinterBeekeeping #BeePreparation #HiveMaintenance #SustainableBeekeeping #Beekeeper #ApiaryLife #SaveTheBees #BeeConservation #BeesOfInstagram #BeeLovers #HoneyBees #BeekeepingTips #ApiaryWork #Beehive #BeekeepingSeason #BeekeepingCommunity #Apiary #BeeFriendly #NatureLovers #EcoFriendly #UrbanBeekeeping #CountryBeekeeping #BeeEducation #BeekeepersOfInstagram #BeekeepingIsLife #BeekeepingSupplies #ProtectPollinators #BeekeepingGear

Why do we have different locations labelled on our honey jars? 🍯🐝

We’re lucky enough to have bee hives in different locations where we know the bees thrive best. Whilst this does mean it takes us longer to do inspections and harvests, it’s definitely worth it! We have two main reasons:

🌾 Local Honey, Local Benefits
Honey produced closer to your home may help with allergies. It contains traces of local pollen, which can support your body in building resistance to allergens over time. That’s why it is such a good home remedy for those with hay fever. Keeping our honey separate allows you to choose honey most local to you.

Secondly, just like wine, honey’s flavour reflects the environment it’s from. Bees forage on different flowers in each area, creating distinct tastes and colours in the honey. By keeping our batches separate, you can enjoy the true essence of each location.

By choosing local honey, you’re supporting not just bees, but the plants and crops they help pollinate.

What’s your favourite honey location, and why? Let us know below! 👇

#LocalHoney #HoneyBenefits #SupportPollinators #RawHoney #NaturalHoney #BeeLove #HoneyBeeLife #AllergyRelief #BeekeepingCommunity #SustainableBeekeeping #FarmToTable #HoneyForHealth #BeeFriendly #KnowYourHoney #RegionalHoney #HoneyHarvest #LocalBeekeeper #PureHoney #HealthyLiving #BeeInspired #HiveToHome #SeasonalHoney #PollenPower #EcoFriendlyLiving #RingwoodHoney #FernDownHoney #SmallBusinessLove #beefacts

Why do we have different locations labelled on our honey jars? 🍯🐝

We’re lucky enough to have bee hives in different locations where we know the bees thrive best. Whilst this does mean it takes us longer to do inspections and harvests, it’s definitely worth it! We have two main reasons:

🌾 Local Honey, Local Benefits
Honey produced closer to your home may help with allergies. It contains traces of local pollen, which can support your body in building resistance to allergens over time. That’s why it is such a good home remedy for those with hay fever. Keeping our honey separate allows you to choose honey most local to you.

Secondly, just like wine, honey’s flavour reflects the environment it’s from. Bees forage on different flowers in each area, creating distinct tastes and colours in the honey. By keeping our batches separate, you can enjoy the true essence of each location.

By choosing local honey, you’re supporting not just bees, but the plants and crops they help pollinate.

What’s your favourite honey location, and why? Let us know below! 👇

#LocalHoney #HoneyBenefits #SupportPollinators #RawHoney #NaturalHoney #BeeLove #HoneyBeeLife #AllergyRelief #BeekeepingCommunity #SustainableBeekeeping #FarmToTable #HoneyForHealth #BeeFriendly #KnowYourHoney #RegionalHoney #HoneyHarvest #LocalBeekeeper #PureHoney #HealthyLiving #BeeInspired #HiveToHome #SeasonalHoney #PollenPower #EcoFriendlyLiving #RingwoodHoney #FernDownHoney #SmallBusinessLove #beefacts

Bee survival over Winter 🌨️🐝
• Bees are incredible at preparing for winter and surviving the hardest conditions! As temperatures drop, they form a tight cluster inside the hive, surrounding their queen to keep her warm

• Through constant movement and muscle vibrations, they generate heat to maintain the hive’s temperature around 30–35°C (86–95°F). The inner bees in the cluster keep the queen warm, while the outer bees act as insulation. These roles constantly rotate, ensuring no bee stays in the cold for too long ❄️

• Where do they get their fuel from? 🍯 Honey! During winter, bees rely on the honey they’ve stored all year, consuming it to produce energy and heat. That’s why leaving enough honey for the hive is crucial for their survival. We’re incredibly careful during our harvests, taking only what’s necessary and leaving the rest for the bees. As standard, beekeepers should leave a minimum of 20kg in a beehive over winter to allow them to survive.

• Minimal activity: In winter, bees rarely leave the hive unless it’s a warmer day (known as a “cleansing flight” day) to stretch their wings and relieve themselves. Otherwise, they conserve energy and stay clustered for warmth.

• Too much moisture inside the hive, pests like varroa mites, or insufficient food stores can threaten their survival. That’s where beekeepers step in to support them through careful hive management.

• Winter is tough, but bees show us the beauty of teamwork and resilience

#WinterBeekeeping #HoneyBees #SaveTheBees #BeekeepingLife #SustainableBeekeeping #BeeFacts #NatureInWinter #BeeEducation #BeekeepersOfInstagram #HiveCare #HoneyHarvest #SupportPollinators #BeekeepingTips #BuzzingBees #BeeLove #ResponsibleBeekeeping #BeeLife #BeekeepingCommunity #ProtectBees #HoneybeeConservation #TeamworkInNature #BeekeeperJourney #EcoFriendlyLiving #SustainableFarming #HoneyBeeHaven #BeeFriendly #WinterHiveCare #LocalBeekeeper #smallbusinesslove

Bee survival over Winter 🌨️🐝
• Bees are incredible at preparing for winter and surviving the hardest conditions! As temperatures drop, they form a tight cluster inside the hive, surrounding their queen to keep her warm

• Through constant movement and muscle vibrations, they generate heat to maintain the hive’s temperature around 30–35°C (86–95°F). The inner bees in the cluster keep the queen warm, while the outer bees act as insulation. These roles constantly rotate, ensuring no bee stays in the cold for too long ❄️

• Where do they get their fuel from? 🍯 Honey! During winter, bees rely on the honey they’ve stored all year, consuming it to produce energy and heat. That’s why leaving enough honey for the hive is crucial for their survival. We’re incredibly careful during our harvests, taking only what’s necessary and leaving the rest for the bees. As standard, beekeepers should leave a minimum of 20kg in a beehive over winter to allow them to survive.

• Minimal activity: In winter, bees rarely leave the hive unless it’s a warmer day (known as a “cleansing flight” day) to stretch their wings and relieve themselves. Otherwise, they conserve energy and stay clustered for warmth.

• Too much moisture inside the hive, pests like varroa mites, or insufficient food stores can threaten their survival. That’s where beekeepers step in to support them through careful hive management.

• Winter is tough, but bees show us the beauty of teamwork and resilience

#WinterBeekeeping #HoneyBees #SaveTheBees #BeekeepingLife #SustainableBeekeeping #BeeFacts #NatureInWinter #BeeEducation #BeekeepersOfInstagram #HiveCare #HoneyHarvest #SupportPollinators #BeekeepingTips #BuzzingBees #BeeLove #ResponsibleBeekeeping #BeeLife #BeekeepingCommunity #ProtectBees #HoneybeeConservation #TeamworkInNature #BeekeeperJourney #EcoFriendlyLiving #SustainableFarming #HoneyBeeHaven #BeeFriendly #WinterHiveCare #LocalBeekeeper #smallbusinesslove

A 2024 recap… What a year! 🎥

#HappyNewYear #BeeKeeping #LocalHoney #HoneyByIan #FamilyBusiness #YearInReview #Sustainability #EnvironmentalAward #CommunitySupport #SaveTheBees #BeeKind #SupportLocal #SustainabilityMatters #EcoFriendlyBusiness #SmallBusiness #AwardWinning #NatureFriendly #BeeHives #SweetSuccess #Grateful #BeeInspired #Bournemouth #Dorset #ApiaryLife #HoneyLovers #HoneyBees #BeeLife #BeekeepingExperience #2024Goals #newbeginnings

A 2024 recap… What a year! 🎥

#HappyNewYear #BeeKeeping #LocalHoney #HoneyByIan #FamilyBusiness #YearInReview #Sustainability #EnvironmentalAward #CommunitySupport #SaveTheBees #BeeKind #SupportLocal #SustainabilityMatters #EcoFriendlyBusiness #SmallBusiness #AwardWinning #NatureFriendly #BeeHives #SweetSuccess #Grateful #BeeInspired #Bournemouth #Dorset #ApiaryLife #HoneyLovers #HoneyBees #BeeLife #BeekeepingExperience #2024Goals #newbeginnings

Happy New Year to all! 🥂 This year has been truly wonderful for us as both a family and a small business.

On reflection, here are three highlights we’re especially proud of:

⭐️Receiving the Love Local Trust Local Award in the Environmental & Sustainability Category @lovelocaltrustlocal

⭐️Winning three trophies at the Bournemouth & Dorset South Beekeepers’ Show, including the Trophy for the best honey!

⭐️ Meeting all the amazing people who joined our beekeeping experience days

Thank you for supporting us every step of the way, and here’s to an even sweeter year ahead!

#HappyNewYear #BeeKeeping #LocalHoney #HoneyByIan #FamilyBusiness #YearInReview #Sustainability #EnvironmentalAward #CommunitySupport #SaveTheBees #BeeKind #SupportLocal #SustainabilityMatters #EcoFriendlyBusiness #SmallBusiness #AwardWinning #NatureFriendly #BeeHives #SweetSuccess #Grateful #BeeInspired #Bournemouth #Dorset #ApiaryLife #HoneyLovers #HoneyBees #BeeLife #BeekeepingExperience #2024Goals #newbeginnings

Happy New Year to all! 🥂 This year has been truly wonderful for us as both a family and a small business.

On reflection, here are three highlights we’re especially proud of:

⭐️Receiving the Love Local Trust Local Award in the Environmental & Sustainability Category @lovelocaltrustlocal

⭐️Winning three trophies at the Bournemouth & Dorset South Beekeepers’ Show, including the Trophy for the best honey!

⭐️ Meeting all the amazing people who joined our beekeeping experience days

Thank you for supporting us every step of the way, and here’s to an even sweeter year ahead!

#HappyNewYear #BeeKeeping #LocalHoney #HoneyByIan #FamilyBusiness #YearInReview #Sustainability #EnvironmentalAward #CommunitySupport #SaveTheBees #BeeKind #SupportLocal #SustainabilityMatters #EcoFriendlyBusiness #SmallBusiness #AwardWinning #NatureFriendly #BeeHives #SweetSuccess #Grateful #BeeInspired #Bournemouth #Dorset #ApiaryLife #HoneyLovers #HoneyBees #BeeLife #BeekeepingExperience #2024Goals #newbeginnings

We’ve just returned from a few amazing days in Berlin, sightseeing, visiting Christmas markets and, of course, sampling some of the delicious German honey 🍯. Not being biased at all, but we always come back home, taste ours and feel it’s the best!! 🥰

All outstanding orders have been delivered, or are being delivered or collected, today in time for Christmas 🎁

If you’re still looking for a beautiful, local Christmas gift, we can help. Honey, candles, baubles…it’s all available on our website and we’ve decided to stay open for Christmas! Please feel free to order through our website but you will have to come and collect from us here in Ringwood. We are not offering free local delivery or postage via Royal Mail now until after Christmas.

We still have a few slots available on our popular Bee Experience days for 2025, but not many! All sold out except:

🐝 Sunday 22nd June (3 places remaining)
🐝 Sunday 6th July (2 places remaining)

A fabulous day learning all about beekeeping, hands on experience in the hives, candle making, a delicious lunch, all for £95. Contact us if you’d like to book one of the last few places.

We’ve just returned from a few amazing days in Berlin, sightseeing, visiting Christmas markets and, of course, sampling some of the delicious German honey 🍯. Not being biased at all, but we always come back home, taste ours and feel it’s the best!! 🥰

All outstanding orders have been delivered, or are being delivered or collected, today in time for Christmas 🎁

If you’re still looking for a beautiful, local Christmas gift, we can help. Honey, candles, baubles…it’s all available on our website and we’ve decided to stay open for Christmas! Please feel free to order through our website but you will have to come and collect from us here in Ringwood. We are not offering free local delivery or postage via Royal Mail now until after Christmas.

We still have a few slots available on our popular Bee Experience days for 2025, but not many! All sold out except:

🐝 Sunday 22nd June (3 places remaining)
🐝 Sunday 6th July (2 places remaining)

A fabulous day learning all about beekeeping, hands on experience in the hives, candle making, a delicious lunch, all for £95. Contact us if you’d like to book one of the last few places.

The award for the thickest honey this year goes to… our Heather Honey! 🍯 Harvested in September and hand-pressed for hours by Maddy and Katie due to its incredible thickness, our rich and delicious Heather Honey flew off the shelves! ✨ A true labour of love, and it’s no surprise it was a customer favourite!

#HeatherHoney #HandPressed #LocalHoney #RawHoney #PureHoney #Beekeeping #BeeLovers #SupportLocal #DorsetHoney #SustainableLiving #NaturalSweetener #FarmToTable #BeeKind #EcoFriendly #HoneyHarvest #HoneyLovers #NatureInspired #ArtisanHoney #ThickHoney #Honeycomb #HoneyBeeLove #LoveLocal #ShopLocal #NaturalGoodness #HoneyAddict #SweetTreats #SustainableFarming #BeeLife #HoneyGoals #FarmLifeVibes

The award for the thickest honey this year goes to… our Heather Honey! 🍯 Harvested in September and hand-pressed for hours by Maddy and Katie due to its incredible thickness, our rich and delicious Heather Honey flew off the shelves! ✨ A true labour of love, and it’s no surprise it was a customer favourite!

#HeatherHoney #HandPressed #LocalHoney #RawHoney #PureHoney #Beekeeping #BeeLovers #SupportLocal #DorsetHoney #SustainableLiving #NaturalSweetener #FarmToTable #BeeKind #EcoFriendly #HoneyHarvest #HoneyLovers #NatureInspired #ArtisanHoney #ThickHoney #Honeycomb #HoneyBeeLove #LoveLocal #ShopLocal #NaturalGoodness #HoneyAddict #SweetTreats #SustainableFarming #BeeLife #HoneyGoals #FarmLifeVibes

Looking for a unique Christmas gift? 🌟 We’ll guide you through an incredible beekeeping adventure from start to finish.

Spend a full day with us, learning the secrets of honey-making, getting hands-on with our hives, and experiencing something totally unforgettable 🍯

No experience needed - just bring your curiosity and we’ll handle the rest. A day packed with fun, learning, and sweet memories ☺️

For more information, drop us an email or message ✉️

#ChristmasGift #BeekeepingExperience #UniqueGifts #LocalExperience #Honeymaking #AdventureGifts #SustainableGifting #NatureExperience #LearnNewSkills #FamilyActivity #OutdoorAdventure #GiftIdeas2024 #ExperienceGifts #BeekeepingWorkshop #NatureLearning #HandsOnExperience #SupportLocalBusiness #WildlifeEducation #EcoFriendlyGift #HoneyTour #AgriTourism #GiftExperience #NatureSurvival #WildlifeConservation #SkillBuilding #HoneyHarvest #CommunityWorkshop #EnvironmentalAwareness #LifeSkills #teambuilding

Looking for a unique Christmas gift? 🌟 We’ll guide you through an incredible beekeeping adventure from start to finish.

Spend a full day with us, learning the secrets of honey-making, getting hands-on with our hives, and experiencing something totally unforgettable 🍯

No experience needed - just bring your curiosity and we’ll handle the rest. A day packed with fun, learning, and sweet memories ☺️

For more information, drop us an email or message ✉️

#ChristmasGift #BeekeepingExperience #UniqueGifts #LocalExperience #Honeymaking #AdventureGifts #SustainableGifting #NatureExperience #LearnNewSkills #FamilyActivity #OutdoorAdventure #GiftIdeas2024 #ExperienceGifts #BeekeepingWorkshop #NatureLearning #HandsOnExperience #SupportLocalBusiness #WildlifeEducation #EcoFriendlyGift #HoneyTour #AgriTourism #GiftExperience #NatureSurvival #WildlifeConservation #SkillBuilding #HoneyHarvest #CommunityWorkshop #EnvironmentalAwareness #LifeSkills #teambuilding

Bournemouth and Dorset South Beekeepers Association Winners! 🥇Coming home with 7 awards!

It’s that time of year again! Yesterday the Bournemouth and Dorset South Beekeepers Association held their annual Honey Show in Christchuch.

This event is an opportunity for beekeepers to exhibit items in many different categories from honey, beeswax, candles, mead, to honey fudge, honey biscuits and cake.

Ian entered several categories and came out with 3x 1st prize, 3x 2nd prize, 1x 3rd prize and a highly commended 👏🏼

The award he was most proud of was the 1st prize he received for his honey and heather honey. Super proud that out of 15 entries, Ian’s honey was judged 1st for taste, clarity and aroma 🍯

So thankful for all the ongoing support!

#Honey #LocalHoney #FreshHoney #RawHoney #SupportLocal #ShopLocal #HoneyBees #PureHoney #HoneyLovers #Beekeeping #FamilyBusiness #FarmToTable #SupportSmallBusiness #NaturalHoney #BeeKind #HoneyForSale #SustainableLiving #BuyLocal #GoldenHarvest #SmallBusinessLove #FreshFromTheHive #SaveTheBees #BeeLocal #HomeGrown #ShopSmall #OrganicHoney #LocalBusiness #HealthyLiving #BuzzingBees #ecofriendly

Bournemouth and Dorset South Beekeepers Association Winners! 🥇Coming home with 7 awards!

It’s that time of year again! Yesterday the Bournemouth and Dorset South Beekeepers Association held their annual Honey Show in Christchuch.

This event is an opportunity for beekeepers to exhibit items in many different categories from honey, beeswax, candles, mead, to honey fudge, honey biscuits and cake.

Ian entered several categories and came out with 3x 1st prize, 3x 2nd prize, 1x 3rd prize and a highly commended 👏🏼

The award he was most proud of was the 1st prize he received for his honey and heather honey. Super proud that out of 15 entries, Ian’s honey was judged 1st for taste, clarity and aroma 🍯

So thankful for all the ongoing support!

#Honey #LocalHoney #FreshHoney #RawHoney #SupportLocal #ShopLocal #HoneyBees #PureHoney #HoneyLovers #Beekeeping #FamilyBusiness #FarmToTable #SupportSmallBusiness #NaturalHoney #BeeKind #HoneyForSale #SustainableLiving #BuyLocal #GoldenHarvest #SmallBusinessLove #FreshFromTheHive #SaveTheBees #BeeLocal #HomeGrown #ShopSmall #OrganicHoney #LocalBusiness #HealthyLiving #BuzzingBees #ecofriendly

The most beautiful beeswax candles, completely natural, no colours, no perfumes, nothing added…apart from the wick. Combine with a jar of honey and you have the most beautiful gift!

The most beautiful beeswax candles, completely natural, no colours, no perfumes, nothing added…apart from the wick. Combine with a jar of honey and you have the most beautiful gift!

🐝The not so glamorous life of a beekeeper! 🐝

As the seasons change, so do our daily jobs as a beekeeper. At this time of year, all our honey has been harvested and our bees are winding down, ready for the winter months. They are visiting any flowers they can find, particularly on the rare warm, sunny days we have.

We are busy cleaning our frames to prevent infection, rendering down our beeswax to make candles, preparing for our autumn and winter fairs and book keeping! Not jobs we particularly enjoy, but we are so grateful that the summer has been more successful than the spring and we have lots of lovely, fresh honey to last us until next year!

🐝The not so glamorous life of a beekeeper! 🐝

As the seasons change, so do our daily jobs as a beekeeper. At this time of year, all our honey has been harvested and our bees are winding down, ready for the winter months. They are visiting any flowers they can find, particularly on the rare warm, sunny days we have.

We are busy cleaning our frames to prevent infection, rendering down our beeswax to make candles, preparing for our autumn and winter fairs and book keeping! Not jobs we particularly enjoy, but we are so grateful that the summer has been more successful than the spring and we have lots of lovely, fresh honey to last us until next year!

The Art of Beekeeping 🍯 We are so lucky to have this just footsteps away in our back garden! Could this be your next adventure?!

#honeyharvest #honey #pure #purehoney #beeswax #beehive #honeybees #localhoney #freshhoney #localmarket #market #freshproduce #supportlocal #ringwoodhoney #ringwood #alderholt #newforest #honeyframes #localpresent #ukbeekeeping #lovelocal #waxmelts #beeswaxcandles #bee #queenbee #instafood #healthyfood #health #familybusiness #savethebees

The Art of Beekeeping 🍯 We are so lucky to have this just footsteps away in our back garden! Could this be your next adventure?!

#honeyharvest #honey #pure #purehoney #beeswax #beehive #honeybees #localhoney #freshhoney #localmarket #market #freshproduce #supportlocal #ringwoodhoney #ringwood #alderholt #newforest #honeyframes #localpresent #ukbeekeeping #lovelocal #waxmelts #beeswaxcandles #bee #queenbee #instafood #healthyfood #health #familybusiness #savethebees

Taking a break from the bee shed for one evening to celebrate all the lovely local produce we have in Dorset 👏🏼🌿

Thank you @lovelocaltrustlocal for hosting such a lovely event on Tuesday.

#DorsetEvents #LocalFarmersMarket #FarmersOfDorset #DorsetProduce #SupportLocalFarms #DorsetFarmLife #Lovelocal #LocalHarvest #Supportlocal #DorsetCommunity #CelebrateLocal #DorsetGrown #FarmersMarketFinds #DorsetAgriculture #SupportDorsetFarms #LocalFoodLove #DorsetFarming #FreshFromDorset #DorsetFoodie #FarmEvents #DorsetLife #FarmersOfInstagram #DorsetMarkets #LocalFoodEvents #DorsetFarmersMarket #TasteOfDorset #DorsetLifestyle #farmerslife

Taking a break from the bee shed for one evening to celebrate all the lovely local produce we have in Dorset 👏🏼🌿

Thank you @lovelocaltrustlocal for hosting such a lovely event on Tuesday.

#DorsetEvents #LocalFarmersMarket #FarmersOfDorset #DorsetProduce #SupportLocalFarms #DorsetFarmLife #Lovelocal #LocalHarvest #Supportlocal #DorsetCommunity #CelebrateLocal #DorsetGrown #FarmersMarketFinds #DorsetAgriculture #SupportDorsetFarms #LocalFoodLove #DorsetFarming #FreshFromDorset #DorsetFoodie #FarmEvents #DorsetLife #FarmersOfInstagram #DorsetMarkets #LocalFoodEvents #DorsetFarmersMarket #TasteOfDorset #DorsetLifestyle #farmerslife

LOVE LOCAL TRUST LOCAL WINNER 🐝💛

So proud and honoured to have been awarded the 2024 prize for CONSERVATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY at the Love Local Trust Local Awards ceremony last night. Even prouder that we could attend this important event as a family because this has always been a family venture!

The positive environmental impact of our work extends beyond our sustainable honey production. Our bees contribute significantly to local biodiversity, greatly enhancing our local ecosystem. By combining traditional beekeeping with innovative sustainability practices, we’re not just producing honey, we’re nurturing a more environmentally conscious community and fostering a healthier planet for future generations.

A huge thank you to Love Local Trust Local for believing in us and what we do and to all our lovely customers who buy our delicious honey! This just makes all the hard work worthwhile 🐝🍯🐝

@lovelocaltrustlocal

#AwardWinningHoney #BestLocalHoney #LocalProduceAward #FamilyBusinessSuccess #Dorset #LocalDorset #LocalPride #LocalHoney #SmallSuccess #FamilyFarmWins #HoneyOfTheYear #LocalHoneyLove #AwardWinningFamily #Lovelocaltrustlocal #ProudlyLocal #HoneyCrafted #AwardWinningProduce #LocalFarmLegacy #FamilyPride

LOVE LOCAL TRUST LOCAL WINNER 🐝💛

So proud and honoured to have been awarded the 2024 prize for CONSERVATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY at the Love Local Trust Local Awards ceremony last night. Even prouder that we could attend this important event as a family because this has always been a family venture!

The positive environmental impact of our work extends beyond our sustainable honey production. Our bees contribute significantly to local biodiversity, greatly enhancing our local ecosystem. By combining traditional beekeeping with innovative sustainability practices, we’re not just producing honey, we’re nurturing a more environmentally conscious community and fostering a healthier planet for future generations.

A huge thank you to Love Local Trust Local for believing in us and what we do and to all our lovely customers who buy our delicious honey! This just makes all the hard work worthwhile 🐝🍯🐝

@lovelocaltrustlocal

#AwardWinningHoney #BestLocalHoney #LocalProduceAward #FamilyBusinessSuccess #Dorset #LocalDorset #LocalPride #LocalHoney #SmallSuccess #FamilyFarmWins #HoneyOfTheYear #LocalHoneyLove #AwardWinningFamily #Lovelocaltrustlocal #ProudlyLocal #HoneyCrafted #AwardWinningProduce #LocalFarmLegacy #FamilyPride

Nothing makes us happier than seeing our freshly harvested honey all jarred up and this is the one you’ve all been waiting for! Our Heather Honey. So popular last year, we ran out soon after Christmas.

A few facts for you:

🍯 Heather honey has a high protein content, with similar health benefits to (the much more expensive)Manuka honey. It is also high in antioxidants, polyphenols and manganese.

🍯 The honey has a gel-like texture, making it extremely difficult to extract. We’ve had to scrape this honey off the comb and press it through an apple press by hand. This means it’s a little more expensive than normal honey, which can be spun out.

🍯 Heather honey is thixotropic. This means it’s thick when static, but once stirred vigorously, it becomes liquid.

🍯We are confident that once you’ve tried our 2024 batch of Heather Honey, you’ll understand why it’s worth the effort to harvest it!

🍯 Available through our website only:

🐝 142g - £5.50
🐝 342g - £10.50
🐝 454g - £12.50

There is a small increase in price since 2023, but you will see that we are still extremely competitive compared to other local beekeepers.

Thank you to Katie for spending hours extracting this delicious honey for us!

Nothing makes us happier than seeing our freshly harvested honey all jarred up and this is the one you’ve all been waiting for! Our Heather Honey. So popular last year, we ran out soon after Christmas.

A few facts for you:

🍯 Heather honey has a high protein content, with similar health benefits to (the much more expensive)Manuka honey. It is also high in antioxidants, polyphenols and manganese.

🍯 The honey has a gel-like texture, making it extremely difficult to extract. We’ve had to scrape this honey off the comb and press it through an apple press by hand. This means it’s a little more expensive than normal honey, which can be spun out.

🍯 Heather honey is thixotropic. This means it’s thick when static, but once stirred vigorously, it becomes liquid.

🍯We are confident that once you’ve tried our 2024 batch of Heather Honey, you’ll understand why it’s worth the effort to harvest it!

🍯 Available through our website only:

🐝 142g - £5.50
🐝 342g - £10.50
🐝 454g - £12.50

There is a small increase in price since 2023, but you will see that we are still extremely competitive compared to other local beekeepers.

Thank you to Katie for spending hours extracting this delicious honey for us!

🐝 A lot of requests for our 2025 Bee Experience dates, so here’s a few memories from 2024, courtesy of @sophieattwill

🐝 Final 2 slides provide you with our dates for 2025 and what you’ll be getting up to if you choose to come on one of our special days.

🐝 Email us for more details and how to reserve a space.

🐝 A lot of requests for our 2025 Bee Experience dates, so here’s a few memories from 2024, courtesy of @sophieattwill

🐝 Final 2 slides provide you with our dates for 2025 and what you’ll be getting up to if you choose to come on one of our special days.

🐝 Email us for more details and how to reserve a space.

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Super Products! Adorable candles that just smell so yummy. Lovely service too, excellent communication, fast dispatch I received my order through the post the next day. Bought gifts for my daughter who is bee mad. Highly recommend.

Melody

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