Visitors and residents can now discover the best of Sussex honey through a new illustrated guide showcasing local honey, bee-related products and unique visitor experiences across the county.
A complementary downloadable family activity pack has also been created, full of fun facts, jokes, colouring pages, puzzles and things to learn about bees and honey.
The project was commissioned by Horsham District Council and Mid Sussex District Council to celebrate the centenary of a famous honey-loving bear while supporting local producers.
The guide features 13 Sussex honey and bee-product producers offering activities across the county, such as ‘meet the bees’ days and beekeeping experiences. Inside the guide is a map of 22 Sussex farm shops, cafés and attractions that stock locally made honey, mead, cosmetics and more.
Key sustainable transport options with information on where to find public transport routes and timetables to get around Sussex, are also highlighted.
The guide was designed by local creatives Whistlestop Art. The Sussex Honey Guide and accompanying family activity pack can be downloaded for free on the Whistlestop Arts website, where you can also find a producer directory listing 28 honey producers from across Sussex.
Printed guides and activity packs will be available to pick up at the Council’s Big Nibble event in Horsham’s Carfax on Sunday 6 September 2026.
Commenting on the new guide, Horsham District Council’s Cabinet Member for Enterprise and Property, Cllr Jonathan Taylor, said: “We are fortunate to have a fantastic range of honey producers across Horsham District and Sussex, offering everything from locally produced honey and bee-related products to unique visitor experiences.
The Sussex Honey Guide is part of a range of projects that the Council is working on to promote local produce and support our rural and visitor economy.
“I encourage residents and visitors to download the guide, discover Sussex’s excellent independent honey producers and support local beekeepers and the habitats that help pollinators thrive by choosing Sussex honey and other bee-related products this summer.”