At China Fleet Country Club, sustainability is a core part of how we care for our land and surroundings. Tucked away within our 180 acres of countryside, we’re proud to house two beehives, managed in partnership with the Cornwall Beekeeping Association. These hives not only produce delicious local honey but also play an important role in supporting biodiversity across our grounds.
Our On-Site Beehives
During the height of summer, around 50,000 bees live and work within our hives, busily collecting nectar from wildflowers, trees, and plants across the estate. In the quieter winter months, this number naturally reduces to around 10,000 bees, who cluster together to conserve energy and keep the hive warm.
Caring for the hives alongside the Cornwall Beekeeping Association ensures the bees are responsibly managed, monitored, and supported throughout the year, following best practice for welfare and sustainability. This expertise is essential in allowing us to play our part in protecting one of the planet’s most important pollinators. Every jar of honey produced on-site tells a story of sustainability, stewardship, and our commitment to caring for the land we call home.
Why Bees Matter
Bees are essential to the environment. As pollinators, they are responsible for fertilising plants that produce much of the food we eat, while also supporting wildflowers, trees, and hedgerows. It’s estimated that bees pollinate around one third of the food we consume, making them vital to both natural ecosystems and agriculture.
Beyond food production, bees help maintain a healthy, diverse landscape, essential for keeping our grounds at their natural best.
Reducing Environmental Impact
Hosting beehives is just one step in our wider commitment to reducing our environmental impact through local sourcing, green energy, tree planting and water treatment. By providing a safe environment rich in natural forage, our bees can thrive while helping to pollinate the surrounding countryside.
Our honey is a small but meaningful example of how working with nature can create positive, long-lasting benefits for both the environment and people.
