{"title":"Ecology \u0026 Wildlife","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEcology and Wildlife for Better Grounds Management and Healthier Sports Sites\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcology and Wildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e has become an important part of modern grounds management. It is no longer seen as something separate from sport, play or presentation. On golf courses, sports grounds, schools, estates and wider amenity sites, ecology work helps create a better balance between managed turf and the habitats around it. Bird boxes, bat boxes, hedgehog shelters, habitat supports, pond care items, monitoring products and general wildlife equipment all help grounds teams look after the broader environment while still maintaining safe, playable and well-presented surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcross many sites, the areas beyond the main playing surface are just as important as the turf itself. Rough grass margins, woodland edges, pond surrounds, hedgerows, banks and unused corners can all support biodiversity when they are managed properly. Good ecology and wildlife equipment helps staff protect these spaces, guide maintenance decisions and make practical improvements without overcomplicating the job. That matters because the best venues now tend to think in terms of the whole site rather than just the central pitch, green or court.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom a professional point of view, \u003cstrong\u003eecology and wildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e work is about sensible integration. It is not about letting the site become untidy or unmanaged. It is about creating habitats where they make sense, reducing unnecessary disturbance and supporting species that can live alongside an active sports venue. On golf courses, for example, out-of-play areas often offer clear opportunities for habitat enhancement. On schools and community grounds, wildlife features can support education as well as site value. On estates and mixed-use venues, practical habitat work can improve the character of the whole landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy ecology matters on managed turf sites\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eWell-planned ecology work can support a site in several ways. It can improve biodiversity, strengthen the visual character of the venue and help teams manage non-playing areas more intelligently. Pollinators, birds, small mammals, amphibians and invertebrates all rely on shelter, food sources and lower-disturbance spaces. Where a site already includes trees, hedges, wild margins, ponds or rough zones, even small additions can make those areas more useful for wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThat does not mean sport has to take a back seat. The strongest results usually come when ecology and wildlife planning is woven into the wider grounds management programme. A football pitch still needs clear run-offs and safe access. A golf course still needs strong presentation and playability. A school site still needs surfaces ready for use. The difference is that peripheral areas are managed with more purpose. Instead of being treated as leftover ground, they become part of a broader site plan that supports nature, appearance and practical maintenance all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn many sites, that balanced approach links with good establishment and recovery work. Where new habitat margins or buffer areas are being created, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/seed\" title=\"Grass Seed\"\u003eGrass Seed\u003c\/a\u003e may be part of the plan for strengthening cover or improving the finish in transitional areas. If levels need refining around habitat edges, pathways or restored ground, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/loam-dressing\" title=\"Loam and Dressing\"\u003eLoam and Dressing\u003c\/a\u003e can also support a cleaner and more stable surface.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eChoosing ecology and wildlife products for practical site use\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen selecting \u003cstrong\u003eecology and wildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e products, it helps to start with the character of the site. A golf course with ponds, ditches and woodland edges will have different priorities from a compact school ground or a heavily used rugby venue. Some sites may benefit most from bird and bat boxes placed in quieter margins. Others may need simple habitat supports, insect-friendly areas or products that help protect amphibian and hedgehog activity around lower-traffic spaces. The right choice is usually the one that suits the site layout, staff resource and the level of routine maintenance available.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDurability matters here just as much as ecological value. Boxes, shelters, fixings and habitat accessories all need to cope with weather, seasonal maintenance and occasional disturbance. Materials, mounting points and ease of inspection all make a difference. Products that are awkward to install or difficult to check often get neglected, especially on large sites. In practice, the best wildlife equipment is the kit that staff can install securely, inspect easily and work around without creating unnecessary complications for the rest of the grounds team.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt is also worth thinking about placement in relation to normal maintenance. Habitat features should be far enough away from heavy traffic, mowing lines, machinery routes and regular play areas to avoid disturbance. On a working venue, that kind of planning is what makes ecology practical. Good intentions alone are not enough. Wildlife products need to fit the way the site actually operates through the year.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSeasonal use through the maintenance year\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcology and Wildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e has clear seasonal relevance because habitat activity changes throughout the year. Spring and early summer are often key periods for nesting, breeding and increased pollinator activity, so disturbance should be reduced where possible and habitat features should already be in place. Summer can be a useful time for managing margins, monitoring dry areas and planning late-season improvements. In autumn, many grounds teams review habitat zones, install new boxes or shelters and prepare sites for overwintering wildlife. Winter often brings the best window for certain repairs, relocations and lower-disturbance groundwork, provided sensitive areas are still respected.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThat seasonal rhythm matters because ecology is not just about installation. It is about timing maintenance so wildlife areas are protected while the rest of the site stays safe and functional. On larger venues, that may also link with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/irrigation\" title=\"Irrigation and Water Management\"\u003eIrrigation and Water Management\u003c\/a\u003e where pond edges, planted areas or habitat margins need more consistent moisture support during dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHow ecology and wildlife fits into a wider site programme\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn a well-run venue, ecology work should feel like part of the normal maintenance plan rather than a separate project. A grounds team may manage play surfaces closely, then step out into the wider site to assess rough margins, habitat corners, water edges and woodland boundaries. If new areas are being established, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/seed\" title=\"Grass Seed\"\u003eGrass Seed\u003c\/a\u003e can help restore cover in disturbed ground, while local level correction with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/loam-dressing\" title=\"Loam and Dressing\"\u003eLoam and Dressing\u003c\/a\u003e may improve access, stability and finish around the edge of managed zones. If the wider landscape is being reviewed more closely, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/soil-analysis-and-soil-testing-kits\" title=\"Soil Testing\"\u003eSoil Testing\u003c\/a\u003e can help when you need a clearer picture of soil condition before habitat establishment or low-input management begins.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSafe working still matters throughout. Installing boxes, trimming around access routes, working near ponds or handling materials in remote corners of the site all need sensible preparation. That is why ecology work often sits naturally alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/personal-protective-equipment\" title=\"Personal Protective Equipment\"\u003ePersonal Protective Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e and, where fuels or liquids are being handled near sensitive areas, a sensible spill response plan using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pitchcare.com\/collections\/spill-kits\" title=\"Spill Kits\"\u003eSpill Kits\u003c\/a\u003e. Practical ecology is not only about protecting wildlife; it is also about carrying out the work responsibly.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is where experienced grounds teams usually stand out. They understand that habitat improvement works best when it is realistic, site-specific and consistent. They do not try to turn every corner into a wild area. Instead, they identify the parts of the venue that can support biodiversity without compromising presentation, safety or play. That measured approach is what makes ecology and wildlife work credible on professional sports and amenity sites.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eGetting better value from ecology and wildlife products\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eBefore investing in \u003cstrong\u003eecology and wildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e products, it helps to think about the purpose of each area and the time available to manage it well. Ask which parts of the site are best suited to habitat support, which species are most likely to benefit and how installation, inspection and routine maintenance will be handled. The strongest choices are usually the ones that fit naturally into the wider grounds programme and add lasting value without creating unnecessary disruption. When habitat work is planned properly, a sports or amenity site can stay tidy, functional and professional while also supporting a richer and more resilient environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"energy-rich-no-mess","title":"Energy Rich No Mess Bird Seed","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEnergy Rich No Mess Bird Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePopular with most garden birds including desirable species such as Bullfinches, Goldfinches, Chaffinches, Great Spotted Woodpeckers and Robins. 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Visit our \u003ca title=\"bird seed feeders\" href=\"\/collections\/bird-seed-feeders\" target=\"the same window\"\u003ebird feeders here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CJ Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"12.75kg","offer_id":40957042655275,"sku":"190985","price":22.34,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"20kg","offer_id":40957042688043,"sku":"190986","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Energy-Rich-No-Mess-Bird-Seed_ee19e193-33dc-41f8-a4d3-c0238fc2dbe7.jpg?v=1701105462"},{"product_id":"four-seasons-seed-blend","title":"Four Seasons Bird Seed Blend","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFour Seasons Bird Seed Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContaining calcium-rich oystershell grit to aid egg production, this bird seed is popular amongst species such as Sparrows, Finches, Tits and Robins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 12.75kg or 20kg bags, please select your preference from the drop down at the top of the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003ePopular with Species:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSparrows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRobins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for the perfect companion to your bird seed? 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Variety of birds feeding\" class=\"conqueror\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/YLnQ5zkaIN0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"left-of-vid\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eSpecies Suitable for all size variations:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue Tit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChaffinch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreat Tit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedstart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoal Tit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrested Tit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRobin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSiskin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHouse Sparrow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGoldfinch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTree Sparrow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrambling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreenfinch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough these feeders are damage resilient to squirrel damage, it still allows them to access the food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese feeders are available in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall (60cm) which has 8 ports and a capacity of 1.82kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedium (90cm) which has 10 ports and a capacity of 2.64kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLarge (120cm) which has 12 ports and a capacity of 3.64kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CJ Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"90cm","offer_id":40957042786347,"sku":"190877","price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"120cm","offer_id":40957042819115,"sku":"190876","price":76.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/CJW-Conqueror-Feeder-small_96150772-451c-485a-af26-2b18ef029b0c.jpg?v=1701105481"},{"product_id":"insect-tower","title":"Insect Tower","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @media screen and (max-width: 640px) {\n    .mobile-fix {\n      float: none !important;\n      margin: 0 auto 1rem auto !important;\n      display: block;\n     \n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInsect Tower\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is also a floor with vertical slots to encourage butterflies, a section that has openings for ladybirds and lacewings, and other insects will happily take refuge within the pine cones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"3\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"biodiversity\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eSupporting Biodiversity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWe recommend using these insect hotels in conjunction with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wildflower-seeds\" title=\"Wildflower Seed\"\u003eInsect \u0026amp; Bird attracting Wildflowers\u003c\/a\u003e. You can purchase in confidence knowing that each wildflower seeds mixture in our Bird \u0026amp; Insect Attraction range will produce a vast array of colourful wildflowers to attract insects, and a large amount of seeds to attract birds.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/product-description-insect-tower-pc-wf-bird-and-insect-attraction-wildflower-seeds.png?v=1696861540\" alt=\"Bird \u0026amp; Insect Attraction Wildflower Seeds\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CJ Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40957042851883,"sku":"229273","price":47.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/92063-Insect-Tower.jpg?v=1701105492"},{"product_id":"swallow-nest","title":"Swallow Nest","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @media screen and (max-width: 640px) {\n    .mobile-fix {\n      float: none !important;\n      margin: 0 auto 1rem auto !important;\n      display: block;\n     \n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSwallow Nest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe male Swallow will circle above his chosen nest site, singing to attract a female.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe entrance hole is sized specifically to accommodate the Swallow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CJ Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40957043015723,"sku":"190812","price":16.76,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/90002-Swallow-Nest_6ff92ae7-e488-43df-8a7f-58a1692dc74c.jpg?v=1701105516"},{"product_id":"woodstone-starling-box","title":"Vivara Pro WoodStone® Starling Box","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @media screen and (max-width: 640px) {\n    .mobile-fix {\n      float: none !important;\n      margin: 0 auto 1rem auto !important;\n      display: block;\n     \n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWoodStone® Starling Nest Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from a mix of concrete and wood fibres, WoodStone® nest boxes safeguard against attacks from predators including woodpeckers, cats and squirrels. The material insulates the nest which creates a more consistent internal temperature than an ordinary wooden box. This is especially important during the breeding season and ensures that young birds have a greater chance of survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarlings are an important natural predator of chafer beetles and crane flies, and can be encouraged by turf managers as part of an integrated approach to pest management (IPM). Their narrow beaks facilitate feeding on these pests whilst causing minimal damage to the turf and promoting natural aeration of the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 10px; float: right;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Pitchcare_Guarantee_Icon_-_10_Year_160x160.png?v=1736417478\" class=\"mobile-fix\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using aluminium nails to hang due to the weight of the nest box and to limit any damage caused to trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEvery WoodStone® nest box is guaranteed for 10 years.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Ecology_Nest_Box_Siting_Guide.pdf?v=1701960844\"\u003eInstructional Nest Box Siting Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"biodiversity\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eSupporting Biodiversity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWe recommend using these bird boxes in conjunction with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wildflower-seeds\" title=\"Wildflower Seed\"\u003eInsect \u0026amp; Bird attracting Wildflowers\u003c\/a\u003e. You can purchase in confidence knowing that each wildflower seeds mixture in our Bird \u0026amp; Insect Attraction range will produce a vast array of colourful wildflowers to attract insects, and a large amount of seeds to attract birds.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/product-description-woodstone-starling-box-pc-wf-bird-and-insect-attraction-wildflower-seeds_160x160.png?v=1696861617\" alt=\"Bird \u0026amp; Insect Attraction Wildflower Seeds\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CJ Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40957043179563,"sku":"190991","price":45.17,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Starling-Box.png?v=1701105544"},{"product_id":"house-martin-nest","title":"Vivara Pro WoodStone® House Martin Nest","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @media screen and (max-width: 640px) {\n    .mobile-fix {\n      float: none !important;\n      margin: 0 auto 1rem auto !important;\n      display: block;\n     \n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWoodStone® House Martin Nest\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese nests have been developed specifically for House Martins and research has shown that the white coloured back panel helps to attract these agile birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"3\"\u003eEntrance Variations Available:\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Right-Hand WoodStone House Martin Nest\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/product-description-house-martin-nest-90069-House-Martin-Single-RH-Woodstone.jpg?v=1696861634\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Left-Hand WoodStone House Martin Nest\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/product-description-house-martin-nest-90074-House-Martin-Single-LH-Woodstone.jpg?v=1696861633\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Double WoodStone House Martin Nest\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/product-description-house-martin-nest-90070-House-Martin-Double-Woodstone.jpg?v=1696861635\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight-Hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeft-Hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease select your preference from the drop down at the top of the page.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Pitchcare_Guarantee_Icon_-_10_Year_160x160.png?v=1736417478\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: right;\" class=\"mobile-fix\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFixings are included, making the nests simple to hang under the eaves of your house or outbuildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Every WoodStone® nest box is guaranteed for 10 years.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"biodiversity\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eSupporting Biodiversity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWe recommend using these bird boxes in conjunction with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wildflower-seeds\" title=\"Wildflower Seed\"\u003eInsect \u0026amp; Bird attracting Wildflowers\u003c\/a\u003e. You can purchase in confidence knowing that each wildflower seeds mixture in our Bird \u0026amp; Insect Attraction range will produce a vast array of colourful wildflowers to attract insects, and a large amount of seeds to attract birds.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Bird \u0026amp; Insect Attraction Wildflower Seeds\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/product-description-house-martin-nest-pc-wf-bird-and-insect-attraction-wildflower-seeds.png?v=1696861634\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CJ Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"Single Right Hand","offer_id":40957043212331,"sku":"190817","price":23.78,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double","offer_id":40957043245099,"sku":"190815","price":35.52,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Single Left Hand","offer_id":40957043277867,"sku":"190816","price":23.78,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/90069-House-Martin-Single-RH-Woodstone_05fc0f20-4fd6-4427-9987-015b10eb24c6.jpg?v=1701105551"},{"product_id":"external-barn-owl-n-box","title":"Vivara Pro External Barn Owl Nest Box","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @media screen and (max-width: 640px) {\n    .mobile-fix {\n      float: none !important;\n      margin: 0 auto 1rem auto !important;\n      display: block;\n     \n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExternal Barn Owl Nest Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstalling two boxes in close proximity to each other will accommodate the male during the breeding season. Secure the triangular shell to the tree with coach bolts or similar strong fixing (not supplied) and then screw the front panel shelf to the shell, ensuring the shelf is secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Ecology_Nest_Box_Siting_Guide.pdf?v=1701960844\"\u003eInstructional Nest Box Siting Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"4\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDepth (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNest Box Body\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e47\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetachable Tray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"biodiversity\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eSupporting Biodiversity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWe recommend using these bird boxes in conjunction with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wildflower-seeds\" title=\"Wildflower Seed\"\u003eInsect \u0026amp; Bird attracting Wildflowers\u003c\/a\u003e. You can purchase in confidence knowing that each wildflower seeds mixture in our Bird \u0026amp; Insect Attraction range will produce a vast array of colourful wildflowers to attract insects, and a large amount of seeds to attract birds.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/product-description-external-barn-owl-n-box-pc-wf-bird-and-insect-attraction-wildflower-seeds.png?v=1696861676\" alt=\"Bird \u0026amp; Insect Attraction Wildflower Seeds\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CJ Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40957043310635,"sku":"190813","price":262.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Barn-Owl_7a51f727-8631-44d8-89dd-9d6d7de35a13.png?v=1701105561"},{"product_id":"woodstone-hedgehog-house","title":"Vivara Pro WoodStone® Hedgehog House","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @media screen and (max-width: 640px) {\n    .mobile-fix {\n      float: none !important;\n      margin: 0 auto 1rem auto !important;\n      display: block;\n     \n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWoodStone® Hedgehog House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; margin-left: 10px; float: right;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Pitchcare_Guarantee_Icon_-_10_Year_160x160.png?v=1736417478\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis box has dual entrance tunnels leading inside the house to make it more difficult for predators to reach hedgehogs inside the house. The lid can be removed for cleaning. To make it\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e habitable, part-fill the nest chamber with dried leaves. Place the box in a secluded corner and cover with soil or leaves to boost the chances of the box being used. Do not disturb the box while occupied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eEvery WoodStone® nest box is guaranteed for 10 years.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hedgehog house requires minimal assembly on arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"4\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChamber Diameter (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTunnel Dimensions (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight (cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight (kg)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 x 13 x 15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"biodiversity\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eSupporting Biodiversity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWe recommend using these hedgehog houses in conjunction with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wildflower-seeds\" title=\"Wildflower Seed\"\u003eInsect \u0026amp; Bird attracting Wildflowers\u003c\/a\u003e. You can purchase in confidence knowing that each wildflower seeds mixture in our Bird \u0026amp; Insect Attraction range will produce a vast array of colourful wildflowers to attract insects, and a large amount of seeds to attract birds.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/product-description-woodstone-hedgehog-house-pc-wf-bird-and-insect-attraction-wildflower-seeds.png?v=1696861688\" alt=\"Bird \u0026amp; Insect Attraction Wildflower Seeds\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"CJ Wildlife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40957043376171,"sku":"190824","price":178.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/91022-Woodstone-Hedgehog-House_fdafab35-0c81-4ad2-9368-5fd15e5aab80.jpg?v=1701105568"},{"product_id":"beepol-villa-and-live-colony","title":"Live Bumblebee Colony Range","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @media screen and (max-width: 640px) {\n    .mobile-fix {\n      float: none !important;\n      margin: 0 auto 1rem auto !important;\n      display: block;\n     \n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Bumblebee Colony Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e**Please note that delivery takes around two weeks and is only made on Thursdays.**\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis colony of native British bees compromises a Queen, workers and eggs. When deliverd this large hive holds 60–80 worker bees, with the hive population increasing to much higher numbers over the course of a season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with sugar water as an initial internal food source, this colony of native\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eBombus terristris audax\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eshould live for 2–3 months, depending on weather and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for increasing the biodiversity of wildlife areas at golf clubs, bowling clubs or any other sports and recreation facility with areas set aside for ecological diversity. The Beepol Live Bumblebee Colony is also suitable for domestic gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver recent decades populations of bumble bees have crashed with a number of native species threatened with extinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese insects play a crucial role in the wider ecosystem by pollinating food crops and wildflowers. In this role bumble bees contribute significantly towards biodiversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy introducing a live bumblebee colony into your local environment alongside existing ecological management areas and gardens, you can help to support their conservation and mitigate population declines. Use in conjunction with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bird-and-insect-attraction-wildflower-seeds\"\u003eButterflies \u0026amp; Bees Wildflowers Mixture\u003c\/a\u003e to help support your new Bee populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLive Bumblebee Colony\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colony colony of native \u003ci\u003eBombus terristris audax\u003c\/i\u003e is supplied in a self contained box hive. It requires no maintenance and is easy to put in place. Each year simply order a new colony, as this colony has a summer life cycle of around 2–3 months. \u003cb\u003eThe live colony is available from May through to July.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"g-css-ignore beepol\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/dragonfli-bumblebee.jpg?v=1704909647\" alt=\"Beepol Live Bumblebee Colony - available from Pitchcare.com\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/dragonfli-bumblebee-colony.jpg?v=1704909651\" alt=\"Beepol Live Bumblebee Colony - available from Pitchcare.com\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Beepol-Bumblebee.jpg?v=1704909654\" alt=\"Beepol Live Bumblebee Colony - available from Pitchcare.com\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beepol","offers":[{"title":"Bumblebee Live Colony","offer_id":40988592504875,"sku":"17661","price":114.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Beepol-Villa-Live-Bumblebee-Colony-Range-2_d533b2d3-ea53-4961-bd03-9f93f6ce462b.png?v=1704794974"},{"product_id":"wildlife-world-bird-nest-box","title":"Wildlife World Bird Nest Box","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWildlife World Bird Nest Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for attracting a variety of small bird species, it includes a front entrance hole reinforced with a stainless steel ring. This safeguard helps deter damage from predators like squirrels and woodpeckers, while still welcoming common species such as blue tits, great tits, redstarts, and pied flycatchers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA robust side-opening panel makes it easy to check on nests and chicks, as well as to clean out the box once the breeding season is over. Crafted from FSC-certified Duraply, the nest box gains extra durability thanks to a roof clad in woodland green recycled farm plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/Pitchcare_Guarantee_Icon_-_20_Years_160x160.png?v=1751448362\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-left: 10px; float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis nesting box helps boost breeding success for smaller passerines in young woodlands, while also providing excellent nesting and roosting spaces, with convenient monitoring access, in mature woodlands, orchards, and scrub habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis box is guaranteed for 20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart of the Premium Ecology Range.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and Siting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"514\" height=\"311\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IwJ8GYRluCk\" title=\"Top tips for putting up a nest box in your garden\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e240 x 135 x 185mm\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wildlife World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55901195010430,"sku":"232258","price":81.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0582\/7359\/5435\/files\/NR_BNB_WEBBEDIMAGE1-100.jpg?v=1751447840"},{"product_id":"wildlife-world-citizen-science-bee-hotel","title":"Wildlife World Citizen Science Bee Hotel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWildlife World Citizen Science Bee Hotel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a carefully balanced mix of chamber materials and diverse tube lengths, it offers an ideal habitat that encourages a flourishing insect population. 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