UK Honey – Considered Nature’s Golden Treasure

In the UK, Northumberland is one of the last pure, unspoilt counties, as such in Northumberland we produce, pure, local, naturally British raw honey.

We are leaders in the UK bee farming industry, one of the largest queen bee breeders in the UK and considered industry experts.

We’ve put this article together to help advise consumers on how and why to buy UK honey.

Why Choose UK Honey?

UK honey is more than just a sweet treat or breakfast condiment—it’s a product of diverse wildflowers, temperate climate, and responsible local beekeeping.

From the Scottish Highlands to the hedgerows of the English countryside, UK bees create rich, complex honey.

UK honey is often raw and minimally filtered, preserving its natural enzymes, antioxidants, and antibacterial properties.

Types of UK Honey

Heather Honey: Bold, aromatic, and slightly bitter. A delicacy from the moorlands.
Summer Wildflower Honey: Light and floral, made from a mix of local blooms.
Spring Wildflower Soft Set Honey: Surprisingly rich and complex, a polyforal honey gathered in the spring months. Naturally sets into a smooth spreadable honey.
Infused Honey. There are also a variety of healthy infusion honeys available, including, Turmeric, Ginger, Black Seed, and Chilli infusions, something for everyone.

Benefits of Buying Local UK Honey

In choosing UK honey from a trusted supplier you are helping to protect the bees and beekeepers who work so hard to produce this quality honey.

Supporting local beekeepers helps protect pollinators, promotes biodiversity, and ensures the sustainability of British agriculture.

Where to Find UK Honey

Look for local honey at farmer’s markets such as Hexham Farmers Market, independent grocers, or online directly from bee farmer producers like Northumberland Honey Company.

The important thing to look out for is that the beekeeper is a registered food business with their local trading standards and has food hygiene rating.

Even though honey is a low risk food item it is important to make sure the honey you are consuming is produce in a registered food premises and is safe.

A number of hobby beekeepers sell honey processed in their kitchen or garden shed with the added risk of contamination with allergens etc, so you do need to choose carefully who you purchase from. Always seek out a registered food business.

Northumberland Honey Company is audited and accredited under SALSA Safe and Local Supplier Approval. Always check for the country of origin on the label such as “produced in England” to ensure it’s truly local.