You wouldn’t think beekeeping is something you’d find in the middle of the hustle and bustle of London. But as you’ll discover on this hands-on Urban Beekeeping and Craft Beer experience, located in full view of The Shard at Kennington Park, it does! This unique experience offers a close insight into urban beekeeping, combined with honey beer brewing. Honey beer is where honey replaces the sugar that brewers usually add to the fermentation process to increase the alcohol content and give the beer its distinct flavour. And the Hiver range of honey beer, which includes Blonde, Amber and Indian Pale Ales, offer a taste which has balance and delicate flavour. Situated in close proximity to Oval tube station in Zone 2 on the London Underground network, you’ll be provided with your beekeeper attire on the day, ready to begin hive inspection. You’ll get to see the queen bee up close, marvel at the beautiful patterns of the honeycomb and learn all about beekeeping in the city. The honey brew team at Hiver will then show you exactly what happens with the harvested sweet nectar, taking you through the process that turns the honey into honey beer. The day ends with the fun part, as you get to sample a taste of the beer that’s been produced, with nibbles and snacks provided. It’s an interactive tasting experience that’s as natural as honey to the bee!
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Overview
- Urban beekeeping and beer tasting in Kennington Park
- Get a buzz out of urban beekeeping in London in summer or winter! With an admiration for those busy honey bees and a love of craft beer, you'll be in heaven on this hands-on experience that takes place in view of The Shard.
- Get kitted up as a beekeeper and inspect a working hive
- Taste the beer that uses the honey from local hives
- This is a hands-on workshop suitable 18yrs+
What's Included
- A Two Hour Urban Beekeeping and Craft Beer Tasting in Kennington Park
- You will form part of a group of up to 12 participants
- Short introduction to bees and beekeeping in the city
- Get suited up ready for a hive inspection
- Opportunity to help the beekeeper handle the frames and check the health of the hive
- Tutored beer and food matching session
- Introduction to honey beer as a style
- Enjoy 2 craft honey beers with food matches
- Try the raw honeys that are used in the beers
- You will form part of a group of up to 12 participants
Suitable For
- Minimum age 18
- Not suitable for those with a bee allergy or coeliac condition
- Not suitable for spectators
Anything Else
- In case of bad weather, you will look at the life cycle of the bee, bi-products of the hive and build frames in place of beekeeping
- Please wear closed-toed shoes and socks that cover the ankles
- Beekeeping suits will be provided for the summer season
- During the winter season, please dress warmly, as part of the activities will be taking place outside and we always want to be prepped in case a hive visit is possible
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 18 years
What's Included
Summer Experience
- Introduction to bees and beekeeping in the city
- Get suited up ready for a hive inspection
- Opportunity to help the beekeeper handle the frames and finding the Queen Bee herself
- Followed by a tutored beer tasting
- 2 hour experience, including an hour of bees and an hour of beer
Winter Experience
- October - March
- Introduction to bees with a more in depth look at how the colony works over the colder months
- Help the beekeepers prepare for the next season by learning about the bi-products of the hive and understanding how to inspect the health of the colony over the winter
- Followed by a tutored beer tasting
Availability
- The Summer Experience runs from April to September
- The Winter Experience runs from October to March
- Vouchers are valid for use on selected dates throughout the year
Current Scheduled 2026 Dates
- 27th June
- 18th July
- 25th July
- 15th August
- 29th August
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
