The Who
Our honey is crafted by trained members of the Darlington Beekeepers Association (DBKA), with a focus on bee welfare, sustainability and environmental care. Bees are always left with enough honey for winter, while supplementary feeding is only used when needed. New beekeepers receive hands on training and mentoring and DBKA maintains pollinator friendly gardens around its apiaries to support local biodiversity.
The Why
We chose honey because it reflects our community values: local, sustainable and truly meaningful. Sourced from DBKA, it supports local beekeepers, protects vital pollinators and helps strengthen community connections across the North East. With low transport emissions, bee focused practices, pollinator friendly habitats and solar powered apiaries, every jar helps support a greener, more sustainable future.
The Where
Our honey is produced by the Darlington Beekeepers Association, a long established group based at The Denes in Darlington. Their bees forage on local wildflowers, creating natural, unprocessed honey with a flavour unique to the area. With two apiaries, DBKA focuses on education, conservation and responsible beekeeping, ensuring every jar supports both local biodiversity and traditional beekeeping skills.
Working with DBKA supports our commitment to sustainability:
- Local production keeps transport emissions low
- Bee‑focused beekeeping supports long‑term colony health
- Pollinator‑friendly habitats help protect biodiversity
- Solar energy powers DBKA’s main apiary and reduces environmental impact
By enjoying this honey, you help support a greener and more sustainable future.
Can You Buy This Honey?
Yes. DBKA sells their honey locally. Honey is available at The Denes Apiary on Tuesdays between 10:00 and 11:00 for £8 per jar, depending on seasonal availability.
Thank You for Supporting Local Beekeeping
This honey represents our partnership with dedicated beekeepers, our commitment to sustainability and our support for the local community. We are proud to share it with you.
