Things To Do This Friday: London Honey Festival & Tastings

Description
  • Festival and Food/Drink Festival
  • Free
  • Bermondsey
  • Over 18
  • Fri, 29th May 2026 @ 13:00 - 22:00
  • 13:00 - 22:00

🐝 Hiver’s Honey Festival London: Bees, beers, talks and tastings

Looking for unique festivals in London this May half term? Celebrate bees and honey with Hiver’s inaugural honey festival at the Hiver Taproom in Bermondsey, just ten minutes from London bridge. There’ll be beekeeping talks, an exhibition beehive to watch, honey tastings and craft beer to enjoy and more. The perfect celebration for National Bee Day!

🍯 What is Hiver’s Honey Festival? 

Hiver’s Honey Festival is a day of celebration where you’ll explore the world of bees, honey and brewing. From families to honey afficionados, people interested to learn more about beekeeping and more we hope that you’ll join us for our inaugural Honey Festival. You can expect

- School Holiday Family Honey Harvest (11am (tickets must be booked in advanced at the link here))

- Guided honey and beer tastings (from 3pm-8pm)

- Honey tasting competition with prizes to be won (all day)

- Beekeeper talk with our exhibition hive (at 4pm and 6.30pm)

- Social, hands-on activities in a relaxed taproom setting

- Sunny Taproom with beer garden to enjoy our National Bee Day specials menu

Hiver is known for brewing beer and cider using British honey sourced from independent beekeepers, making this festival both fun and environmentally conscious.

đŸŒŒ Why It’s Perfect for May Half Term in London 

If you’re searching for:
“May half term activities London”
“family-friendly festivals London May”
“things to do with kids or teens May half term”
Our festival ticks multiple boxes:
✅ Educational (learn about bees and ecosystems)
✅ Interactive (hands-on tasting + experiences)
✅ Unique (not your typical London festival)
✅ Indoor-friendly (great for unpredictable weather)

With Hiver's 5 star reviewed beekeeping experiences, they are the experts in all things honey!

📍 Location: Bermondsey Beer Mile 

Set in the heart of London’s famous Bermondsey Beer Mile, the festival takes place at:

📌Hiver Taproom

Near London Bridge & Bermondsey stations

Surrounded by food markets and breweries

Perfect for combining with a wider London day out

We can't wait to celebrate World Bee Day with you!


FAQs

Is Hiver’s Honey Festival good for May half term?

Yes — it’s a unique London activity combining honey tastings, beekeeping experiences and social festival vibes during May half term weekend.


What happens at Hiver’s Honey Festival?

Guests can enjoy guided tastings, learn about urban beekeeping, meet fellow food and drink lovers and experience Bermondsey’s craft beer scene.


Where is Hiver’s Honey Festival?

The event takes place at Hiver Taproom in Bermondsey, close to London Bridge station.


Can I buy last-minute tickets?

Yes, tickets are available online until sold out.

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Location

Address

Hiver 56 Stanworth St, SE1 3NY

Area

Bermondsey

Nearest Station

London Bridge (Tube)

Things To Do This Friday: London Honey Festival & Tastings

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Hiver Taproom

The Hiver Taproom is a stalwart of the Bermondsey Beer Mile. Right in the heart of it, at the end of Maltby Street Market, their array of honey beers, English wines, delicious cocktails and soft drinks can be enjoyed in the biggest beer garden in the area.  Nestled in a Victorian railway arch, the…

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