Get to know the happiest bees in all of Devon on this fun and laidback two hour beekeeping experience at Higher Kellacott in the gorgeous Devonshire countryside near Dartmoor. This experience is hosted on Sundays during the spring and summer months at this bucolic three acre smallholding, run by husband and wife team Georgina and David, who live together with their dogs, sheep, lambs, hens and geese at their 17th Century cob farmhouse! The apiary is located in the top field at the back of the farmhouse, which is the ideal location for the bees as they can freely come and go in and out of the hives to the surrounding fields and wildflower meadows. You’ll be supplied with your protective gear and equipment to go out and meet them, and get a closer insight into the daily lives of the bees and the important work they do. David and Georgina are genial and light hearted hosts, so will be happy to answer any questions you may have. The fact they’re both passionate about the outdoors and their way of living is compelling, and helps greatly as you’ll see when you go there. Of course, there is an all important tasting session to sample the wonderful freshly produced honey from the hives before you go as well - ensuring this beekeeping experience ends on a sweet note!
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Overview
- Two-hour visits in the spring and summer
- Hosted by David and Georgina on their farm
- All your bee and honey questions answered!
- Taste the fruits of the worker bee labour
Itinerary
- Two-hour beekeeping session
- Learn about the workings of the hive and the lifecycle of the honey bee
- Discover what is involved in managing bees throughout the year
- Find out how the bees produce honey and the journey from hive to jar
- A visit to the apiary to inspect the hives with some hands-on opportunities (weather dependent)
- Honey tasting, of course!
- All protective clothing is provided
- You will form part of a small group of up to 8 participants for this experience.
Suitability
Anything Else
- Not suitable for spectators
- Participants should bring along a pair of Wellington boots to wear for this experience
- Overnight accommodation in the onsite holiday cottage can be arranged when booking your date (subject to availability)
- Award Winning Provider - LuxLife Beekeeping Experience Provider of the Year for the South West 2023
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 16 years
Availability
- Between May and August
- Shared sessions: Selected Sundays
- Due to the seasonal nature of this activity and its popularity, it is recommended to book well in advance to avoid disappointment.
Vouchers must be booked and redeemed before the end of August 2026 for the 2026 Beekeeping season
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
