
Wild Bird Advice
Browse our expert wild bird related advice with everything you need to know about feeding and caring for UK garden birds.

Watching birds flock into your garden and bringing their chirpy songs with them has to be one of life’s greatest pleasures. You have to admit, waking up on a summer’s day to the so…

Knowing what to feed birds in autumn will help your garden visitors get the most from every meal as the colder weather of winter approaches. So join us as we look at how different nut…

Feeding birds is a popular and rewarding activity for many nature lovers. A common questions we hear this time of year is “when to stop feeding birds in summer in the UK”, and we advi…

If you are worried about overfeeding the birds in your garden or outside areas, this quick guide will help you to establish a good feeding routine to make sure that won't happen.

The ideal height for a bird table should be between 120 – 180cm off the ground. The higher a bird table is from the ground, the harder it will be for cats to approach unnoticed. But y…

If you're wondering whether mixtures or straights are the best options for your garden birds, we have put together a simple guide on how to choose the best one and some of the reas…

Seeing birds through a window or out in the open may be nice, but there's nothing quite like having them become familiar faces that regularly visit your garden and outdoor spaces. …

If you're uncertain about choosing between a bird feeder or bird table we have written a guide about each of their benefits and help you to understand which one is best suited for …

One of the joys of feeding wild birds is that once you start providing them with food, they realise you are helping them out and will keep returning for more. Knowing how often you ne…

Watching wild birds feast and frolic in your garden is fun for you and the whole family, but have you ever wondered how you attract birds to a new bird table? Knowing where to plac…

Knowing where to place bird feeders can make a big difference for wild native birds. Local birds feel safe when your feeders are in a good location, and you will also be more likel…