Honey & Hive. Open a hive, honey tasting with morning tea
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? Beekeeper for a Day: Hive Tour & Honey Tasting Experience
Step into the fascinating world of bees with this immersive hands-on experience at a working honey farm, set in the scenic Southern Highlands. Your host is a passionate beekeeper who’ll guide you through a fun and informative journey into the life of the hive.
We begin on the farm’s sunny terrace with a curated honey tasting featuring up to six unique varieties. You’ll learn how flavour, colour, and texture reflect the flowers the bees have foraged—from bushland blossoms to garden blooms—each drop telling a floral story.
Enjoy fresh sourdough alongside plunger-brewed coffee and tea as your guide shares insights into bee biology, the colony lifecycle, and their vital role in pollination and food production.
Then it’s time to suit up in a professional full-body beekeeping suit (gloves included!) and head to the hives. You’ll open an active hive, hold a frame covered in bees, and witness the queen’s court in action—if we’re lucky, we’ll spot “Liz”, the queen herself!
You’ll also see a Flow Hive in action and learn how beekeepers check for hive health, brood patterns, and honey stores in a safe and careful way.
This is the perfect introduction for curious minds, nature lovers, and anyone wanting to connect with bees and the landscape in a meaningful way. If you’re interested in starting your own hive, ask us about our longer workshops.
Ready to meet the bees?
We’re looking forward to meeting you and showing you our bees!
The address, in case you can’t find it is
1325 Old South Road Bowral NSW 2576.
We’re on the grounds of Retford Park, a National Trust property. Enter through the main gates 1325 Old South Road, Bowral. Drive straight ahead (it’s a long driveway, very fancy!) the drive eventually turns off to the right. You’ll see my hives and signage set up. You can park in the paddock opposite, or go ahead a little further and park in the gravel parking area.
I’d suggest that you arrive 15x minutes early so you’re not rushed. We will also have honey available for sale after the visit.
This tour takes place on the grounds of Retford Park, NOT our former site in Bowral township. It is a 5x minute drive from Bowral main street.
Remember to wear BOOTS or ankle-covering shoes. If you only have joggers bring along some LONG socks to cover your ankles.
If you have any questions feel free to call me on 0428294569 or email hamish@bowralbeekeeping.com