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Make a pair of bird nesting boxes

Join the Somerset Bodgers at Tyntesfield and learn to make a pair of bird nesting boxes

  • Booking essential

This day course would be ideal for a parent/grandparent to work with a child to make two bird nesting boxes.

You will specify from the list below which two boxes you want to make. We will then produce kits for you to put together. We will be using Tyntesfield larch which should last a while outside.

Choose from: Blue Tit, Other Tit, Robin, sparrow/swift. ( All to be to RSPB spec).

To book your place, email somersetbodgers@icloud.com.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £50.00

The basics

Booking details

Call somersetbodgers@icloud.com

Meeting point

Head to the Welcome Building to sign in.

What to bring and wear

Somerset Bodgers workshops take place outdoors, so please wear suitable clothing for the weather on the day.

Other

When you have decided which course you want to do email somersetbodgers@icloud.com They will get back to you with bank details. You then make a payment and confirm. They will then send you a printable certificate. A reminder is sent out to participants about a week before the event with joining instructions. Timber for all courses is largely sourced from the Tyntesfield Estate and Leigh Woods.

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