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Bird & wildlife boxes

Nest boxes, bird boxes and wildlife homes: quick first builds that make a real difference in a garden, school or community space.

DifficultyWhat the levels mean

No. 01 · Bird & wildlife boxes

Apex Nest Box

2 · Beginner⏱ About 2 hours≈ £13 materials

One planed board, six crosscuts, seven parts. A first build that teaches measuring, angles and safe cutting.

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No. 02 · Bird & wildlife boxes

Bird Box No 2

3 · Improver⏱ 2–3 hours≈ £10 materials

A slope-roof bird box from one 6×1 and one 4×1. A single 30° bevel cut makes the tops of the back and front, and less than 40 mm of wood is left over.

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No. 03 · Bird & wildlife boxes

Bat House

3 · Improver⏱ About half a day (3–4 hours)≈ £12 materials

A crevice bat box from one rough-sawn board: three stepped boards, four risers and a roof, nailed together, with two 20 mm gaps bats crawl into from below. Based on the Kent Bat Group design.

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How difficulty works

Five levels, from first cut to full frame.

Every project is rated on the same scale, so you can pick one that stretches you without stopping you.

  1. Difficulty 1 of 5
    1 · First buildHand saw, straight cuts and screws. About 1–2 hours. Fine for complete beginners and supported learners.
  2. Difficulty 2 of 5
    2 · BeginnerAdds angle cuts and drilling. Some steps need a helper.
  3. Difficulty 3 of 5
    3 · ImproverBevels, rip cuts and a power saw, with more parts to keep square. About half a day.
  4. Difficulty 4 of 5
    4 · ConfidentProper joints like halving and mortise, where measuring accuracy matters. About a day.
  5. Difficulty 5 of 5
    5 · AdvancedFrames and structures, heavy parts, two people and several days.