Produced on Northumberland's heather moors
What makes heather honey special
Heather Honey is a special type of honey produced in the UK, highly valued for its characteristic strong taste and unusual, jelly texture.
Studies show heather honey has strong antibacterial power*, comparable to medical-grade honeys used worldwide. Additionally, it is packed with antioxidants and plant compounds** that may regulate inflammation, support immunity and even aid wound healing.
*Anti-bacterial Antibacterial Effect of Heather Honey (Calluna vulgaris) against Different Microorganisms of Clinical Importance - Daniel DEZMIREAN et al 2015.
**The In Vitro Antioxidant and Immunomodulatory Effects of the Irish Monofloral Ivy and Heather Honey Varieties - Emma Browne et al 2025.
The heather beetle problem
The tiny Heather beetle (Lochmaea suturalis) may look harmless, but when its numbers boom it can strip the leaves off heather plants, leaving vast swathes of moorland bare and unable to produce the nectar that gives rich heather honey its colour and flavour.
A honey company in the North of England reportedly produced just 3 of the expected 10 tons of heather honey this year, due to beetle damage and poor nectar flow. Heather honey is known to be one of the most premium honeys that can be produced in the UK, so any reduction in yield stands to be a significant issue for bee farmers.
With outbreaks of the Heather beetle threatening vast areas of moorland, The Heather Trust is prioritising research and habitat recovery to protect honey production and biodiversity.
In partnership with Northumberland Honey Co
The net proceeds from the sales of the Heather Trust: Heather Honey jars go directly to The Heather Trust to help fund research, which is directly helping to protect the future of the Heather Moorland environment.
Get a jar of heather honey today
Produced on wild moorland where heather blooms thrive, this honey offers a distinctive taste with a gentle lingering sweetness. It is ideal for breakfast dishes, baking or pairing with cheese.
Your purchase helps support vital work and research by The Heather Trust.
