Local Honey Haltwhistle

Northumberland Honey Co is a well-established honey farming and mead-making business that blends traditional craft, sustainable beekeeping, and artisan production. Founded in 2015 by husband-and-wife team Luke and Suzie Hutchinson, the company has grown from a passion for bees into a diverse operation that values quality, environmental responsibility, and genuine natural food products.

At the heart of the business is a commitment to producing exceptional honey. Their range includes runny wildflower honey, soft-set honey, heather honey, comb honey, and infused varieties such as turmeric and ginger. All honey is cold extracted and minimally processed, preserving natural enzymes, flavours, and health benefits. This approach ensures that customers enjoy honey that is as close as possible to what the bees themselves produce, with every batch reflecting the seasonal nectar flows and local flora.

More than just a honey supplier, Northumberland Honey Co also specialises in breeding and selling queen bees and nucleus colonies. By focusing on genetics that exhibit strong traits — such as hygienic behaviour and varroa sensitivity — the company supports both its own apiaries and the wider beekeeping community. Their breeding work helps strengthen bee resilience, contributing to healthier colonies for hobbyists and commercial beekeepers alike.

Innovation is also part of the company’s identity. One of their standout products is traditional-method Sparkling Mead, made by fermenting their own honey with spring water over more than two years. This sparkling mead captures the character of the honey’s nectar profiles and showcases an inventive way to enjoy honey beyond the jar.

Customers can shop directly through the company’s online store, where a wide selection of honeys, mead, beeswax candles, and more are available with shipping options, along with additional product bundles for gifts and seasonal offerings. Northumberland Honey Co also supplies farm shops, cafés, and independent retailers with wholesale products, further expanding access to their artisan goods.

Reviews from customers consistently highlight the quality of the products, the attentive service, and the traceability that comes from buying directly from the producer. Whether someone is choosing a jar of raw honey, looking for a handcrafted beeswax candle, selecting a gift set, or investing in bee stock, the company’s offerings reflect a deep respect for the natural world and a genuine commitment to the craft of beekeeping.