Rural Hiver Experience - Surrey and Sussex
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Looking for a unique and unforgettable experience in the beautiful British countryside? Look no further than rural beekeeping in Sussex and Surrey! With this sweet and immersive experience, you'll discover the secrets of keeping bees and crafting delicious honey beers. You'll start your adventure at either The Albourne Estate in Sussex or Greyfriars Winery in Surrey, both of which provide the perfect picturesque backdrop for your journey. Upon arrival, you'll be provided with a full beekeeper suit to keep you safe as you meet the bees. With a little puff of smoke, you'll be amazed at how relaxed the bees become, allowing you to get up close and personal with their little home. But that's not all - next up is a tutored tasting from your knowledgeable host. You'll get to sample delicious craft beers made using honey, a must-try for any beer lover. And, to make the experience even better, you'll learn about food pairings with your drinks as delicious nibbles and light bites are served alongside. With bees, beer, and tasty bites on the menu, this is the perfect artisan foodie day out. And once you've had your fill, you can even take time to explore the vineyard! Don't miss out on this unique and unforgettable experience in the heart of the beautiful British countryside.
- Beekeeping and craft beers
- At wine estates in Surrey and Sussex
- Get kitted out in a suit to visit the hives
- Tutored honey beer tasting with nibbles
- Hands-on beekeeping and beer tasting experiences
- Short introduction to bees and beekeeping
- Get suited up for a hive inspection, check the frames and check the health of the hive
- Relax over a tutored honey beer and with food matching session
- Free time to explore the vineyard and on site shop
- Allow approximately two hours for this experience
- You will form part of a small group of up to 12 participants
Information
- Not suitable for anyone with a known bee allergy
- Minimum age 18
- Selected Saturdays from April to September
- Dates are subject to availability, book well in advance to avoid disappointment
Albourne Estate Vineyard, Sussex,
- 18th May 2024
- 1st June 2024, 8th June 2024, 15th June 2024, 22nd June 2024, 29th June 2024
- 6th July 2024, 13th July 2024
- 3rd August 2024, 10th August 2024
- Unfortunately, September is now fully booked.
- 26th October 2024, 23rd November 2024, 21st December
Greyfriars Vineyard, Surrey
- 11th May 2024, 18th May 2024
- 1st June 2024, 8th June 2024, 15th June 2024, 22nd June 2024, 29th June 2024
- 6th July 2024, 13th July 2024
- 3rd August 2024, 10th August 2024
- Unfortunately, September is now fully booked.
- 26th October 2024, 23rd November 2024, 21st December 2024
Minimum Age: 18 years
- In the event of extreme weather conditions, a full hive inspection is not recommended to protect the bees. Instead beekeeping-related activities will be offered on-site
- Greyfriars and Albourne Estates both offer their own wine tasting and vineyard tour experiences - so why not make a full day of it?
- Not suitable for spectators
Locations
- West Sussex
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