Did you know that the Ancient Egyptians believed that bees were the tears of the Sun God, Ra? Or that bees have been in existence for more than 100 million years? Are you aware that they have two stomachs and five eyes? Learn more about the history of bees, their anatomy, and more importantly their contribution to the planet, when you join the Knoll Gardens Foundation’s Garden Bee Walk. Happening on July 11, let Rowena Jecock, Knoll Gardens bumblebee surveyor, and chair of the Knoll Gardens Foundation, introduce you to the captivating world of bees. Proceeds raised from this event will go to Knoll Gardens Foundation, an organization who continuously studies all the plants and wildlife in the area to better understand the “principles and processes that create a healthy and biodiverse garden environment” and share it to the rest of the community.

Garden Bee Walk – Friday 11th July 2025

£6.00

Do you know a bumblebee from a solitary or honey bee? Between 11am – 12am join Knoll Gardens bumblebee surveyor, and chair of the Knoll Gardens Foundation, Rowena Jecock, in the beautiful gardens at Knoll to discover more about the fascinating world of bees, learn how to identify some of the species you are most likely to find in your own garden and what you can do to help them thrive.

According to the bee experts from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), one-third of the globe’s food production depends on bees. Unfortunately, some bee species are facing extinction due to habitat loss and pesticide exposure caused by humans. Learn about how you can help the bee population flourish when you attend Knoll Gardens Foundation’s Garden Bee Walk. Buy your tickets to this event here now.