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Spare a Fort for Bees at Fort Amherst

Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4UB

2nd May - 19th September

Join us for a unique experience meeting the Fort Amherst bees.

The experience lasts approximately 3 hours and includes a lunch in the Cannon Cafe.

Starting at 11:00 daily.

Discover the importance of bees, then don your beekeeper suit and get close up and meet them whilst they are hard at work.

All equipment is provided, however we encourage you to wear long sleeved tops and sensible footwear.

You will receive a jar of honey and certificate as part of this experience.

Unsuitable for children under the age of 12, all children under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult.

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Opening Times

11.00 - 15.00

Prices

£75.00

Facilities

Café

Car Parking

Baby Changing

Disabled Access

Toilets

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