Taste your way through London’s Bermondsey Beer Mile with Hiver Beers’ guided experience. Sample five local brews, enjoy street food, and support urban bees along the way.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for anyone able to stand comfortably indoors for an hour and a half.
Wildlife
History
The Bermondsey Beer Mile grew out of London's rich industrial past, transforming former warehouses into today’s celebrated craft breweries.
Conservation
Hiver Beers integrates sustainability by promoting native flowering plants through their seed giveaways, supporting local bee populations essential for urban biodiversity.
Hiver Beers
Taste your way through London’s Bermondsey Beer Mile with Hiver Beers’ guided experience. Sample five local brews, enjoy street food, and support urban bees along the way.
Hiver Beers is a London-based brewer and experience operator specializing in honey‑infused craft beers, beekeeping workshops and guided tastings. Founded to explore the intersection of beekeeping and brewing, Hiver Beers runs hands-on hive experiences, beer and cider tastings, cider-making workshops and vineyard visits across London and the surrounding countryside.
Hiver offers a range of curated experiences including urban beekeeping sessions in Kennington Park, rural hive days at Albourne Estate and Greyfriars Vineyard, Taproom tastings near London Bridge, Bermondsey Beer Mile tours and seasonal honey-harvesting workshops. Each experience pairs expert-led beekeeping instruction with tutored tastings of beer, cider or wine and locally sourced cheese or picnic options.
Sessions are led by trained beekeepers and beverage specialists who guide guests through hive inspections, honey extraction, cider production techniques and sensory tasting notes. Safety briefings, protective equipment and clear, practical instruction are provided to ensure an informative and accessible visit for beginners and beer or cider enthusiasts alike.
Hiver Beers collaborates with local vineyards, breweries and markets to showcase regional producers and promote pollinator-friendly practices. Guests leave with practical skills, tastings, take-home samples and branded glassware or goodie bags depending on the experience. With urban and rural locations, Hiver Beers blends education, sustainable beekeeping and artisanal tasting for memorable days out near London.
Popular venues include Greyfriars Winery in the Surrey Hills, the Albourne Estate vineyards and the Taproom near London Bridge on the Bermondsey Beer Mile. Participants often receive branded glassware, goodie bags or bottles to continue brewing and tasting at home.
Tours Offered
9
A wide selection of guided experiences
Based In
London, England
Urban hub for city and rural experiences
Hands‑On
Beekeeping & Tastings
Practical workshops and tutored flights
Venues
Taproom, Vineyards, Bermondsey
Urban Taproom and rural vineyards
Secure a date for Taproom tastings, Bermondsey Beer Mile tours, vineyard visits or hands-on beekeeping workshops — limited group sizes for a focused, educational visit.
Arrive Early
Show up at least 10 minutes before your scheduled tasting to settle in and start promptly.
Bring Valid ID
This is an age-restricted experience. Make sure to have your ID to verify you’re over 18.
Pace Your Tastings
Sip thoughtfully to fully appreciate each style and avoid overindulgence during your 90-minute session.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You might want to wander the nearby market or walk around Bermondsey after your tasting.
Comfortable walking shoes
Ideal for wandering Bermondsey’s streets and accessing nearby markets after your tasting.
Valid photo ID
Required to legally participate in the beer tasting experience.
Light jacket or coat
Useful for autumn strolls or cooler evenings after the tasting.
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Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated between tastings and while touring the area.