Keep It Rural was started in memory of Gunter, Louise's dad and my late father-in-law, to continue his beekeeping legacy and keep everything he taught us alive.

Gunter was a dedicated and skilled beekeeper for over fifty years. He was a big man with a big heart, Louise's dad, my best mate, and the person who taught us so much of what we know about beekeeping. There wasn't much Gunter didn't know about bees, and he taught us well.

He introduced us to the world of beekeeping, passing on his practical skills, knowledge and experience, along with his treasured marmalade with honey recipe, which he had perfected over many years.

More than anything, Gunter taught us to respect the bees, take pride in what we produce and always do things properly, values that guide Keep It Rural today.

Today, Louise and I continue to grow Keep It Rural together, caring for our bees across the Home Counties and producing honey that reflects the places where each colony lives and forages.