LONDON & SURROUNDING AREAS · BESPOKE CARE
Explore the offerSome luxuries bring you closer to nature.
The quiet life of an orchard. The changing seasons. A jar of honey with a story that begins in your own garden.
We create and care for private apiaries for homeowners and country estates around London. You provide a suitable setting. We bring the knowledge, equipment and ongoing attention.
Your bees. Our expertise.
We assess your land and propose an appropriate location, hive arrangement and care plan. Everything starts with your property and how you use it.
Installation, routine inspections, colony care, seasonal feeding where needed and winter preparation. Visits are planned around the bees and agreed access.
Follow the life of your apiary without taking on its day-to-day management. Harvesting and preparation of your honey can form part of your agreed service.

EXPERT CARE, QUIETLY DELIVERED
A beekeeper takes care of the details.
We visit, inspect and manage the colonies, responding to their needs as the seasons change. You do not need to become a beekeeper or invest your weekends in hive maintenance. Whether you are at home or away, we work to an agreed plan with you or your household team. A calm, considered service, with clear communication.
Explore a managed apiaryFrom an idea to an apiary.
A personal service, designed around your land.
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An initial conversation
Tell us your postcode, a little about your property and what you would love to create.
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A considered site assessment
We review access, space, neighbouring areas and the practical needs of the bees before recommending a setup.
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A tailored proposal
We agree the installation, seasonal care, visit arrangements and honey handling. Then we take care of the work.

A LITTLE OF YOUR GARDEN, AT YOUR TABLE
Honey with a place in your story.
Breakfast at home. A thoughtful gift for friends. A conversation around the table. Honey from your own apiary feels personal in a way a shop-bought jar cannot. Each season is different. The timing and quantity of any harvest depend on weather, forage and colony health. The bees’ needs always come first.
Tell us about your propertyAn individual arrangement. A clear proposal.
For private gardens, orchards and country estates in London and the surrounding areas, subject to suitability and service availability.
We quote individually after discussing your site. Hive numbers, access, travel, ongoing care and any harvesting or bottling arrangements are set out before you commit. No standard package imposed on a very personal space.
A few thoughtful questions.
Do I need beekeeping experience?
No. This service is designed for people who would like an apiary with professional management. We agree how involved you would like to be.
Is every garden suitable?
No. Space, flight paths, access, neighbours and the way the garden is used all matter. We assess the setting before recommending an installation.
Can you care for the bees while I am away?
Yes, planned care can continue with agreed access to the property. We can coordinate with a household or estate team.
Will the honey be from my property?
Honey is harvested from the colonies at your apiary when conditions allow. Bees forage beyond property boundaries, so we cannot promise that all nectar comes from your garden.
How much does it cost?
We provide a tailored quotation based on the site, installation and ongoing service. The proposal explains what is included, any additional work and the agreed ownership of hives, colonies and honey.
Let’s discuss the details.
Tell us a little about your garden or land and what you have in mind. Include your postcode so we can discuss location, suitability and the next steps. A personal conversation, without obligation.
- Email info@honeyandwood.uk
- Phone +44 20 4577 2234
- We replywithin two business days
