Local Honey Kendal

Low Sizergh Barn is a three-generation family farm located at Sizergh, near Kendal in Cumbria. The farm is run by the Park family, with beekeeping managed by local beekeeper Dick Towler. The honey operation began with a pair of hives situated in the farm's orchard, each housing up to 40,000 bees. The bees collect nectar between April and October, with the main season running from May to July, and honey is harvested from around the end of July. Each hive can produce up to 30lbs of honey per season. The extraction process involves using a special fork to remove honeycomb caps, followed by spinning frames in a centrifugal spinner to release the honey, which is then filtered and bottled. The beekeeping forms part of the farm's holistic environmental approach, with bees helping to pollinate orchard crops such as apples and soft fruits while supporting local biodiversity. The honey is sold exclusively in the on-site farm shop and sells quickly each season. Low Sizergh Barn is an award-winning enterprise, having received accolades including the Speciality and Fine Food Fair Large Independent Retailer Award 2024 and Cumbria Farmer Tenant of the Year 2024.