The Bird House - A decorative yet practical nest box designed for fixing to a tree trunk, wall or fence using the bracket on the back. It will attract similar species to the standard 1B box. Robust and durable Schwegler woodcrete construction.
Schwegler 1B Bird Box, natural brown, 26mm hole - With 26mm entrance hole suitable for small tits
Schwegler 1B Bird Box, terracotta red, oval hole - With oval entrance hole attractive to redstarts.
Schwegler No 17 Swift Box - This box is constructed from plant-fibre based material. It should be sited 6-7m above the ground, near the roof of a building or on a steep rock face. Interior dimensions 14 x 14 cm. Outer length 34cm
Schwegler No 19A Wagtail Box - For pied and grey wagtail, this box has adjustable brackets so it can be attached to arches, ceilings or walls of bridges with bolts where necessary. It is specially constructed to be safe from smaller predators. Interior dimensions 14 x 14 cm Total length 33cm Schwegler boxes have the highest occupation rates of all box types. They are carefully designed to mimic natural nest sites and provide a stable environment for chick rearing and winter roosting. They can be expected to last 25 years or more without maintenance.
Schwegler N24 Nest Brick - Designed for installation into the fabric of a building, this box is suitable for tits and redstart.
Schweger N25 Nest Brick - Designed for installation into the fabric of a building, this box is suitable for swifts.
Aluminium Tree Hook, Long - An extra-long 132cm, holds 35lbs
Wooden Insect House - A good general insect habitat for beneficial insects in summer and, later in the year, overwintering ladybirds and lacewings. Site in a sheltered place near nectar/pollen plants or by a pond. Durable and strong construction in acacia/oak/larch with no maintenance necessary. 22 x 13.5 x 13.5cm
Insect House with Inspection Tubes - This nesting and hibernation box for insects has a woodcrete exterior with a wooden front panel which can be removed for observation. Through the transparent tubes you can see the usually hidden lifecycle of many solitary types of bees and hymenoptera including egg-laying, development of larvae and sealing of brood chambers. Typical inhabitants are wild bees and thread-waisted wasps. All the species attracted to this box are harmless non-aggressive pollinating insects. An attractive box suitable for outside sheds, pergolas or walls.
Woodcrete Insect Nest - An insect nest made from long-lasting, insulating, woodcrete, with holes of different sizes providing homes for a variety of beneficial insects such as bees and solitary wasps.
Clay and Reed Insect Nest - An attractive insect nest which can be hung in any sunny, sheltered spot. Reeds on either side of a clay central section provide a range of environments to suit different insects (designed to attract only harmless insects). Dimensions 20.5 x 22.5 x 29cm Weight 5.7kg
Bug Box - A dual insect habitat which can be hung from trees or man-made structures near ponds or scented plants, to provide an overwintering habitat for ladybirds and a summer home for solitary bees. 14 x 20 x 9cm
Lacewing Box - Developing lacewings can eat in the region of 500 greenfly in a fortnight. This pest control can be encouraged by providing a box to help them survive the winter. The woodcrete construction and wheatstraw bedding in this box regulates the temperature for ideal overwintering conditions. 28.5 x 30 x 30.5cm
Hornet Box - Hornets play a part in keeping the balance in the insect world. Whilst the adults feed on nectar and fruit, their young eat insect larvae and live insects. This weatherproof woodcrete box is durable and provides a regulated internal environment. Supplied with instructions and information about hornets.
Underground Bumble Bee Box - A box designed to be buried in the ground to be found by queen bees to start a colony. Because it is hidden it can even be used in public places such as parks and gardens. A substantial woodcrete box complete with nesting materials to attract bumble bees. It can be used in conjunction with the planting of food plants such as pussy willow, vetch and fruit trees, to encourage these declining insects which are necessary for the pollination of many plants. Supplied with nesting material and detailed instructions.
Bumble Bee Box - A substantial woodcrete box complete with nesting materials to attract bumble bees. It can be used in conjunction with the planting of food plants such as pussy willow, vetch and fruit trees, to encourage these declining insects which are necessary for the pollination of many plants. Supplied with nesting material and instructions.
Combined Insect Box - A large, durable woodcrete box providing a comprehensive range of environments to suit different insects throughout the year, which when colonised should reduce the number of pests affecting crops or ornamental plants by up to 80%. The box encourages only harmless insect residents. Supplied complete with natural nesting material, zinc plated stand and, wooden base and detailed instructions.
Red Mason Bee Nester Kit - 100 cardboard nest tubes housed in a robust plastic casing, suitable for the red mason bee . These docile bees are excellent pollinators of fruit trees and flowers. Occupied tubes should be removed in late September and overwintered. 12.5cm diameter x 17cm
Aluminium Tree Hook, Short - Handy size, 30cm long
Cat Deterrent, Large - Large: Maximum tree circumference 115cm
Cat Deterrent, Small - Prevent cats from climbing trees where birds are nesting with this cat deterrent. This belt is made of individual wire pieces which are joined together to the length required. Small: Maximum tree circumference 70cm
Aluminium Tree Hook, Medium - A tough, rustproof aluminium hooks hook over tree branches - ideal for hanging bird feeders, plants or anything else. 58cm long
Nest Builder - Hang this bag of 100% pure cotton up in the spring to give the birds a supply of soft nest lining material.
110cm Nesting Basket - A willow basket modelled on natural nests. It can be tied into the forks of tree branches to offer a nesting incentive in new areas. This basket was designed to help white storks establish in breeding areas. It can be simply fixed on roofs.
Audubon Bird Call - This wonderful little instrument produces sounds which attract a variety of wild songbirds. Simply twist the metal stopper in the birch wood resonator to make uncannily naturalistic bird tweets and warbles. The standard songbird call instrument throughout the world. Use rosin (capsule included) occasionally to renew the instrument's voice. Keep dry. 6cm long approx
Schwegler N26 Nest Brick - Designed for installation into the fabric of a building, this box is suitable for pied wagtail, spotted flycatcher and black redstart.
40cm Nesting Basket - A willow basket modelled on natural nests. It can be tied into the forks of tree branches to offer a nesting incentive in new areas. Suitable for the smaller owls and birds of prey. Site in woodland at least 5m high.
Schwegler No 16 Swift Box, Single Chamber - Similar to the box above but with a single chamber and single front panel. Dimensions 240mm h x 430mm w x 225mm d.
Nest Mould for No 16 Swift Boxes - This nest mould fits inside the nest chamber of the No16 or No16 IMF boxes above, to encourage nesting. Research shows that the birds are more likely to nest if a nest mould is used.
Schwegler No 16 IMF Swift Box, Double Chamber - The design of this box mimics bell tower louvres. It has two removable panels for easy inspection of the two nest chambers. Designed for fixing on or within walls (not suitable for fences or sheds). Dimensions 460mm h x 430mm w x 225mm d.
Droppings Board - To avoid problems with bird droppings from house martin or swallow nests, this board can be installed where necessary, for example over a window or door.
Schwegler 9B Single House Martin Nest - Model 9B is similar to the 9A above but with one single nest.
Schwegler No 10 Swallow Box - This box should be located inside buildings such as barns, stables, sheds or outhouses, ensuring there is always access for the birds through a window or opening.
Schwegler 9A House Martin Double Nest - These woodcrete nests are durable and ready for immediate use when birds return each summer. Easily fixed under the eaves on the outside walls of buildings, at least 2 metres from the ground. The backing board may be painted to match the building. Model 9A is a double unit with two nests mounted side by side on a backing board, as shown.
2GR Nest Box with Oval Hole - With single oval hole, attractive to a wide range of smaller bird species from nuthatches to great tits.
Gable Nest Box - A substantial wooden bird box with a gable roof and 28mm entrance hole. Made of 15mm thick softwood, external dimensions 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 26cm high (to top of gable). Suitable for the smaller garden birds.
2GR Nest Box - This box is especially well protected against predators such as cats, magpies, jays and martens, because of the special design of the large nesting area and front panel. Nesting area 14 x 19cm. Supplied with wire loop hanger. Three 27mm holes for extra light encourage small tits to build their nests safely in the large nesting area at the back of the box. Schwegler boxes have the highest occupation rates of all box types. They are carefully designed to mimic natural nest sites and provide a stable environment for chick rearing and winter roosting. They can be expected to last 25 years or more without maintenance.
Schwegler 2M, oval hole - With oval entrance hole attractive to redstarts
Schwegler 2M, 26mm hole - With 26mm entrance hole suitable for the small tits
JP-2G Peanut Feeder/Large/Forest Green - With 26mm entrance hole suitable for the small tits
Schwegler 2M Bird Box - A free-hanging box offering greater protection from predators. Supplied complete with hanger which loops and fastens around a branch. With standard general-purpose 32mm diameter entrance hole. Schwegler boxes have the highest occupation rates of all box types. They are carefully designed to mimic natural nest sites and provide a stable environment for chick rearing and winter roosting. They can be expected to last 25 years or more without maintenance.
JP-1B Peanut Feeder/Small/Burgundy - A free-hanging box offering greater protection from predators. Supplied complete with hanger which loops and fastens around a branch. With standard general-purpose 32mm diameter entrance hole. Schwegler boxes have the highest occupation rates of all box types. They are carefully designed to mimic natural nest sites and provide a stable environment for chick rearing and winter roosting. They can be expected to last 25 years or more without maintenance.
The Observer - A clever but simple design with tapered overhanging roof. 0.4 litres
Schwegler No 750/6 Bat Tube - Brick boxes are designed for buildings, or underneath bridges, arches or tunnels, where conditions are relatively humid. They are particularly useful for new buildings or bridges to attract bats, or to provide new roost sites where existing buildings with bats are being renovated. This long box can be installed within brick masonry, beneath plasterwork or wood panelling, or incorporated into concrete structures such as factory buildings or bridges. Inside it contains a woodcrete surface, a roughened wood board, and a metal mesh, providing a choice of roosting areas depending on the weather conditions and the bats' habits. This box is maintenance-free as the entrance slit is at the bottom. No painting required, but if painting is necessary a natural breathable paint should be used.
Schwegler N27 Bat Box - Brick boxes are designed for buildings, or underneath bridges, arches or tunnels, where conditions are relatively humid. They are particularly useful for new buildings or bridges to attract bats, or to provide new roost sites where existing buildings with bats are being renovated. This box should be cemented into a wall. It contains a single internal wooden panel which simulates a crevice. The removable front panel allows for easy cleaning. No painting is required, but if it is necessary, a natural breathable paint should be used.
1FF Bat Box - The rectangular shape makes the 1FF suitable for attaching to the sides of buildings or in sites such as bridges, though it may also be used on trees. It has a narrow crevice-like internal space to attract Pipistrelle and Noctule bats.
Schwegler 1FQ Bat Box - The latest model from Schwegler is an attractive box designed specifically to be fitted on the external wall of a house, barn or other building. Equally appealing to bats as a roost or a nursery, it features a special porous coating to help maintain the ideal temperature inside as well as a roughened front panel to enable the bats to land securely. Access into the box is via a step-like recess. Inside the box, rough pieces of wood are incorporated into the back of the box which are good insulators and are used by the bats as perches. The internal layout offers three different areas with varying degrees of brightness and temperature. This durable box is easy to attach to most walls, requires no maintenance or cleaning and will last for decades. Please note that this box is designed to be fitted to a wall. Due to the weight it is unsuitable for fences or sheds.
50m Eco-Watch Cable - The latest model from Schwegler is an attractive box designed specifically to be fitted on the external wall of a house, barn or other building. Equally appealing to bats as a roost or a nursery, it features a special porous coating to help maintain the ideal temperature inside as well as a roughened front panel to enable the bats to land securely. Access into the box is via a step-like recess. Inside the box, rough pieces of wood are incorporated into the back of the box which are good insulators and are used by the bats as perches. The internal layout offers three different areas with varying degrees of brightness and temperature. This durable box is easy to attach to most walls, requires no maintenance or cleaning and will last for decades. Please note that this box is designed to be fitted to a wall. Due to the weight it is unsuitable for fences or sheds.
Wooden Bat Box - A traditional softwood bat box with access slit at the base and access ladder. Wooden boxes are subject to fluctating temperatures, so site three boxes around a tree facing different directions, in a fairly sheltered position, to provide the best choice of environments for the bats. Wooden boxes should not be painted or treated with any type of preservative, as these can harm the bats. The box can be expected to last 5-10 years.
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