Nearly Home Honey & Beekeeping
Nearly Home Honey & Beekeeping, run by David and Georgina Tomkins, is a unique venture near the Devon-Cornwall border. Inspired by the local landmark Cookworthy Knap, their home apiary in Kellacott, West Devon, is a hub for high-quality Devon honey production and beekeeping experiences.
With over 30 years of beekeeping experience, David offers guidance to new or novice beekeepers and a range of beekeeping experiences for those interested in honey bees.
Unique Selling Points of Nearly Home Honey
- Beekeeping Experiences and Courses: They offer a variety of beekeeping experiences, including popular Beekeeping Taster Sessions and Private Beekeeping Experiences. These sessions provide hands-on learning opportunities about beekeeping and handling bees.
- Quality Devon Honey: Nearly Home Honey produces honey in small batches, ensuring a delicate fragrance that varies throughout the summer, depending on the nectar sources. Their honey is raw and unprocessed, retaining all the natural goodness and nutrients.
- Buckfast Bees: The apiary uses Buckfast Bees, known for their gentleness and high productivity. These bees were developed by Brother Adam at Buckfast Abbey in Devon, adding a local and historical touch to their honey production.
More Than Just Honey
- Educational Outreach: Through their beekeeping courses and experiences, Nearly Home Honey educates the public about beekeeping and supporting local honey bee populations.
- Personalized Beekeeping Assistance: David’s mentoring and advice service for new and novice beekeepers is a testament to their commitment to the community.
- Diverse Product Range: Besides honey, they offer beeswax candles and other bee-related products, catering to a wide range of customer interests.
Nearly Home Honey & Beekeeping stands out for its dedication to quality honey production, educational beekeeping experiences, and personalized guidance for aspiring beekeepers.