Manchester Honey Company

05/10/2025

Beekeeping carries certain risks, and being stung is one of the most common. While stings can be painful, working calmly around the bees and wearing proper protective clothing when necessary can greatly reduce the likelihood.
A bee sting consists of two barbs attached to a venom sac that continues to pulse after the sting is delivered. Removing the sting as quickly as possible by gently scraping it out—rather than pinching—can help minimize the amount of venom injected and reduce discomfort.

03/10/2025

Bees in unexpected places.
Day 3 of 31 Days of Bees takes us to a car park, where a group of bees decided that traffic cones made the perfect spot to gather. Not exactly the safest place for them, or for people passing by.

02/10/2025

Best day in beekeeping.
We have collected many swarms over the years but none as memorable as the one that gathered on the traffic lights in Manchester. What began as an ordinary call soon became something very special.
Manchester takes great pride in its bees and the way people embraced this story was heartwarming. We are grateful to have been asked to move the swarm to a safer place and it is a day we will always remember.

09/09/2025

Ever wondered what bees get up to? 🐝

Spoiler: it’s more than just buzzing about! From spotting honeybee eggs to tasting honey straight from the hive, our Bee Experience Days in South Manchester are a wild ride (minus the stings, we promise). Gareth’s got stories, Louise brings the snacks, and the bees… well, they steal the show every single time.

Curious? Book your spot and come see the hive mind in action! 🍯

05/09/2025

Ever wondered what bees get up to?

Suit up with us for a behind-the-scenes peek at hive life—right here in South Manchester! 🐝 You’ll taste honey straight from the frame, spot the queen, and (warning) probably fall in love with our bees. It’s raw, real, and a little sticky…

Curious? Drop us a message to book your spot or tag a mate who needs a buzz-worthy day out!

Louise & Gareth (your local honey duo)

04/09/2025

More nests have been found in Ireland and near Liverpool so they are getting closer to us.

🚨 Asian Hornet Alert in the UK! 🚨

The Asian hornet is an invasive species that threatens our native pollinators, especially honey bees. Just one nest can wipe out entire colonies, putting huge pressure on UK biodiversity, food crops, and our ecosystem. 🐝🌍

👉 If you think you’ve seen one, report it immediately to the National Bee Unit through the Asian Hornet Watch app (free to download) or via their online form.

📸 If safe, take a photo to include with your report.

Every sighting helps experts track and stop the spread. Protecting pollinators means protecting our food, countryside, and future. 🌸💚

04/09/2025

Ever wondered what YOUR postcode tastes like?

Turns out, honey from Sale isn’t quite the same as honey from Urmston—or Stretford, Altrincham, or Bolton! Each jar we bottle is a little love letter from our bees to your neighbourhood, with flavours shaped by local wildflowers (and a pinch of Mancunian attitude).

We’re just a husband-and-wife team, doing this for the buzz—and the honey, obviously. Swing by the shop or order online to find your postcode’s flavour. Which Manchester honey are you?

🍯 See you soon!