London Beekeeping and Beer Tasting Experience for Two

Join Hiver Beers for two hours of urban beekeeping and craft beer tasting in the shadow of London's The Shard. A memorable day for any foodie, beer or bee lover. Begin the experience with an introduction to beekeeping and learn everything there is to know about the equipment and tools used. Then, suit up in protective clothing and join the professional beekeeper for the hive inspection and lend a helping hand in handling the frames. Renowned for their award-winning craft beers, Hiver Beers are true leaders in the honey beer market. Finish this sticky sweet experience by relaxing over a tutored tasting session and learn to match beer and food with the guidance of an expert.

In a Nutshell

• Gain an insight into the world of urban beekeeping with this experience for two
• Put on protective suits and help the beekeeper with a hive inspection
• Find out how to match honey beer with food during a tutored session with an expert

Key Info

• Availability Description

  This voucher is valid for two people. Available most weekends from mid-April until mid-September. All dates are subject to availability.

• Participant Guidelines

  Minimum age: 18 years. Beer contains gluten so the tasting is not suitable for those who suffer with coeliac disease. There is a small risk of getting stung during the hive inspection, but whilst this is very rare, we do not recommend the experience for individuals who are allergic to bees.

• Weather

  In the case of really wet or cold weather, the group will focus on inspecting the exhibition hive, working with the beekeeping tools to build frames and working with the biproducts of the hive.

• Duration Detail

  This experience lasts two hours.

• Numbers On The Day

  Join a group of up to 12 participants.

• Dress Code

  The venue will provide a beekeeping suit (including face protection) along with gloves on the day, but please wear sensible flat shoes and bring socks. Feet should be fully covered.

• Other Info

  All our vouchers are fully flexible and can be redeemed against our huge range of experiences. Your voucher is valid for two people. This experience is available most weekends from mid-April until mid-September. Expect the experience to last for two hours. Minimum age: 18 years. Beer contains gluten so the tasting is not suitable for those who suffer with coeliac disease. There is a small risk of getting stung during the hive inspection, but whilst this is very rare, we do not recommend the experience for individuals who are allergic to bees. The venue will provide a beekeeping suit (including face protection) along with gloves on the day, but please wear sensible flat shoes and bring socks – feet should be fully covered. In the case of really wet or cold weather, you'll focus on inspecting the exhibition hive, working with the beekeeping tools to build frames and working with the biproducts of the hive. You'll join a group of up to 12 people. All dates are subject to availability.