Swift, Swallow & House Martin Nest Boxes
Welcome a variety of migratory birds to your garden with our carefully designed range of nest boxes and bird houses. Whether you’re looking for a classic swift bird box, a durable WoodStone swift nest box, a traditional swallow bird house or swallow nest box, we have a selection to suit every need.
Nest Boxes for House Martins, Swifts and Swallows
House Martins are quite unique and build nests in the eaves of buildings - often in colonies averaging 5 nests. Therefore you need a specific nest box that can be mounted at the top of the wall just under the roof. We have a range of house-martin nest boxes - the more you mount the higher the chance of a colony nesting!
A lack of suitable nesting sites is the main reason for the decline in Swift populations. Our Woodstone Swift Nest Box cam be mounted on a wall or built into it - but it must be at least 5 metres off the ground with a clear flight path. Do not face it South. Swallows are also struggling from a lack of nesting sites. Our bespoke Nest Box should be sited within an enclosed area such as a porch or outbuilding. The birds need easy access via an open door or window. We suggest a minimum distance of 1 metre between nests and at least 6cm of free space above it.