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Raw Honey & Urban Beekeeping in Kennington

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Suited up and heading onto the rooftops of Kennington to inspect active urban hives and taste pure, raw London honey straight from the honeycomb.

5out of 5

“An unforgettable look at the source of urban sweetness pure, floral raw honey harvested right on Kennington's rooftops”

The Investigation

Taking a deep dive into the very source of local sweetness, this investigation goes behind the scenes with urban beekeepers in Kennington, South London. Wearing full protective suits, the mission involved checking on hive health, observing active honeycombs, and seeing how raw, unrefined urban honey is harvested right in the heart of the city.

The Tasting

Raw London Honeycomb: Golden, unpasteurized honey tasted directly from the frame—delivering an intensely rich floral flavor profile shaped by London’s local parks and gardens.

Questions, answered

Where are the beehives located?

The hives are situated in Kennington, South London.

What makes urban raw honey special?

Urban raw honey is unfiltered and unpasteurized, retaining its natural pollen and unique flavour notes derived from the diverse flowers and trees across London's parks.

Can you buy the honey?

Yes, after doing the experience, you can buy the locally made honey. You do not need to do the experience to buy the honey, speak to the staff

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