The Secret Lives of Bees: Honey, Foraging and Conservation

Friday 16th October 2026 2:30PM – 4:00PM
Location/Venue: Cellar Bar, Kennaway House, EX10 8NG

The Secret Lives of Bees: Honey, Foraging and Conservation

The talks will give a brief overview of the history of beeswax, the importance of bees in the production of beeswax and its place in the 21st century. You will also gain an insight  into the  lost art of traditional beeswax candle making, and other household products.

John Love (Exmouth) – Honey provenance testing using pollen and working with industry.

John Ellis (Plymouth) – Bee conservation.

Rosie Ellis – From Hive to Home: Beeswax & Honey