Dafydd Pett
The Welsh Honey Company
Meet Dafydd Pett
Hello! I’m Dafydd Pett, the proud founder and head beekeeper at The Welsh Honey Company. My journey with bees began long before I started the business — it began with my grandfather, Mike Pett, who kept hives in his South Wales garden back in 1969.
By the time I was 11 years old, I had my own hive and was already captivated by the magic of beekeeping. When my grandfather passed away in 2017, I inherited around 30 hives — and with them, a lifelong mission to protect bees, champion Welsh honey, and share their story with the world.
Every jar of our honey tells a story — of wild Welsh landscapes, pollinating flowers, and the people who protect them.
We focus on:
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Natural, unpasteurised honey straight from the hive
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Sustainable, ethical beekeeping practices
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Supporting biodiversity and protecting pollinators
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Educating and inspiring future generations of beekeepers
What began as a small family passion has now grown into a thriving Welsh business.
BBC Countryfile Young Countryside Champion Finalist
In 2025, I was honoured to be named a finalist in the BBC Countryfile Young Countryside Champion Awards.
The award recognises young people making a positive impact on the rural environment and countryside life — and being part of that recognition is a huge moment for me and the company.
Tune in: Countryfile, BBC One — Sunday at 17:20
You can see me featured talking about beekeeping, sustainability, and our mission to make Welsh honey more accessible and ethical.
