Now at Buckovers
Meet Cotswold
Edge Bees
Discover award-winning local honey, beeswax candles, bee houses and nature-inspired gifts, all celebrating the remarkable work of bees and the importance of supporting pollinators.
Meet Cotswold
Why Bees Matter
Every Great Garden Starts With Pollinators
Bees play an essential role in our gardens, countryside and food supply. By moving pollen between flowers, they help plants reproduce, fruit trees produce crops and wild spaces remain rich with life.
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They Help Gardens Flourish
Bees pollinate flowers, shrubs, vegetables and fruit trees, helping gardens remain colourful, productive and full of life.
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They Support Our Food
Many of the fruits, vegetables and crops we enjoy depend on pollinators to grow successfully and produce healthy harvests.
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They Protect Biodiversity
Healthy bee populations support wider ecosystems, providing food and habitats for countless other insects, birds and animals.
Did You Know?
A single honey bee may visit thousands of flowers during its lifetime, working alongside the rest of the colony to gather nectar and pollinate the plants around us.
“When bees thrive, gardens flourish.”
From Hive to Home
Award-Winning Honey,
Inspired by Nature
Every product at Cotswold Edge Bees begins with the remarkable work of honey bees.
From award-winning local honey and handmade beeswax candles to thoughtful gifts, bee houses and products inspired by nature, the collection reflects a passion for sustainable beekeeping and supporting pollinators across South Gloucestershire.
Whether you are choosing a delicious jar of honey, searching for a unique gift or simply fascinated by bees, you will discover products made with genuine care, craftsmanship and respect for the hive.
Great Taste Award-Winning Honey
Recognised with a Great Taste Award, Cotswold Edge Bees produces honey celebrated for its flavour and quality. Every jar reflects the work of thousands of bees gathering nectar from flowers across the local countryside.
Grow for Pollinators
Create a Bee-Friendly Garden
Every flower you plant can make a difference.
By choosing nectar-rich plants, you can create a garden full of colour while providing bees, butterflies and other pollinators with an essential source of food throughout the year.
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Lavender
Fragrant, long flowering and rich in nectar, lavender is one of the best plants for attracting bees throughout the summer.
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Salvia
Salvias flower for months and provide a dependable nectar source while bringing strong colour and structure to borders.
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Verbena
Tall, airy and attractive to bees and butterflies, verbena adds movement and height without overpowering a planting scheme.
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Foxgloves
The deep bell-shaped flowers of foxgloves are particularly attractive to bumblebees and provide valuable seasonal nectar.
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Fruit Trees
Apple, pear, plum and cherry blossom provide important early food for pollinators and reward gardeners with fruit later in the year.
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Wildflowers
Wildflower seed creates a varied source of pollen and nectar, helping even small areas become useful habitats for wildlife.
Available at Buckovers Garden Centre
Grow a Garden Bees Will Love
Many of the bee-friendly plants featured above are available seasonally at Buckovers Garden Centre, alongside our popular wildflower seed. Whether you are planting a colourful border, refreshing your garden or creating a wildlife-friendly space, we can help you choose plants and seeds that support bees throughout the seasons.
Featured at Buckovers
Wildflower Seed
One of the easiest ways to help bees, butterflies and other pollinators is by sowing wildflowers. Our wildflower seed creates a beautiful display while providing a valuable source of nectar and pollen.
🐝 Supports bees and butterflies
🌸 Easy to sow and grow
🌿 Ideal for borders, beds and meadow areas
🏡 Available from Buckovers Garden Centre
Top Tip: Pair wildflower seed with lavender, salvia and fruit trees to provide pollinator interest from spring through to autumn.
Discover Bee-Friendly PlantsVisit Buckovers
Part of the Buckovers Community
Cotswold Edge Bees is one of the independent businesses that makes Buckovers such a distinctive local destination. Visit for award-winning honey and bee-inspired gifts, then stay to explore everything else on site.
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Browse the Garden Centre
Discover plants, fruit trees, garden essentials and seasonal products for creating a beautiful outdoor space.
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Stop for Food and Drink
Enjoy breakfast, lunch, coffee and cakes at The Little Nook, with occasional later opening and special events.
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Shop and Support Local
Explore local produce, independent businesses, gifts and services, all together in one welcoming countryside location.
One Visit. Lots to Discover.
Visit Cotswold Edge Bees at Buckovers on the A38 at Milbury Heath, close to Thornbury and easily reached from Bristol, Gloucestershire and the surrounding area.