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National Nestbox Week

This week is National Nestbox Week. It’s the perfect time to put up a nestbox and with any luck you could get viewings within a few days.
To coincide with National Nestbox Week, the RSPB Shop is offering 10% off ALL nestboxes until 21st February. This includes webcam nestboxes.
So click here to see what’s on offer.
While [...]

Putting up a nestbox

Nestboxes should be fixed to a tree or wall facing between north and east. This prevents birds overheating due to long periods of direct sunlight and also prevents wet south-westerly winds entering the box.
The height of the box is dependent on the species. Blue tit and Great tit boxes should be sited between 2m and [...]

Out and About package from the RSPB

Two years ago the government launched its Learnng Outside the Classroom manifesto, designed to encourage schools to give all school children the chance to experience the environment around them and in so doing, stimulate learning and encourage self-discovery and development.
Now the RSPB has launched its Out and About package aimed at helping schools to organise [...]

RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch

This year is the 30th anniversary of the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch. It takes place on the weekend of 24th to 25th January 2009.
The Big Garden Birdwatch is the world’s biggest bird survey, providing us with a vital snapshot of the UK’s birds each winter.
Here are three reasons why you should help the RSPB celebrate [...]