Since 2011 the East London Mosque has been home to several beehives, looked after by husband and wife team Khalil and Salma.
Most of the hives are kept on the roof of the London Muslim Centre. There is also a special observation area, housing one or more hives, near the Baraka Khan Visitor Gallery, where we get a super close-up view without having to go outside wearing protective gear!
This blog will show changes in the hive throughout the year. There’s little to report during winter, but during spring, summer and autumn there should be regular changes – we will try to keep you posted.
18 Nov 2023 – our beekeepers show how honey is extracted from the beehives. Read more
7 Aug 2022 – An update on hives, courses, and a swarm! Read more
22 Apr 2022 – visitors from Barts Dental Hospital mark Earth Day Read more
19 Apr 2022 – our beehives have made a good start to the year Read more
22 Feb 2022 – our beekeeper looks ahead after a difficult year Read more
19 Jul 2021 – part of the MyELM series Read more
6 Apr 2021 – an unexpected discovery in our main observation hive! Read more
14 Jun 2020 – just how many beehives are on the roof now? Read more
14 Jun 2020 – a look at the parts that make up one of the beehives in our observation area Read more
13 Apr 2020 – First inspections show all hives strong and ready to expand. Read more
23 Mar 2020 – Although it’s just the start of spring, all is looking well for our bees, but why not take some extra precautions? Read more
1 Jan 2020 – The end of 2019 brought a competition 1st prize, and a feature (again) on the BBC World Service. Read more