Galtee Honey Farm

Established in 1970, Galtee Honey Farm is one of Ireland’s longest-running honey farms. It is known for its dedication to conserving the Native Irish Black Honey Bee. Its owners, Aoife and Micheal, are third and fourth-generation beekeepers and provide education and mentorship within the Irish beekeeping community. They also produce raw Irish honey and beeswax products for their customers. Their 170 honey bee colonies are dotted throughout the scenic Galtee Vee Valley, where the bees collect honey from wildflowers such as hawthorn, blackberry blossom and white clover.

Galtee Honey Farm Beekeeping and Honey Tasting Experience

Select Saturdays in May, June, July and August 2024. 11am to 1pm

Price: Adults – €45; Children €20

Put on a bee suit, open a hive and see the bees up close! Learn about the history & heritage of beekeeping;. Taste many kinds of honey produced by the native Irish Honey Bees of Galtee Honey Farm. Learn about honey, beeswax propolis and pollen. Learn about the life of honey bees, pollinators and biodiversity. Find out what it’s like to look after honey bees in Ireland. All your questions are answered! Right beside the picturesque Glengarra Forest Recreation Area, it is an ideal spot for a walk or picnic.

To book, pay and for further details, log onto www.galteehoney.com/shop

Group tours are also available. For more information, email [email protected].