Bird Box & Garden Bird Watching Accessories

Make the most of having feathered friends in your garden with our bird watching accessories and bird box accessories. From bird feeders and seed mix to binoculars and species charts, we have everything you need to make your garden the best bird watching environment. Plus, our Green Feathers wooden bird boxes are the best way to attract birds to your garden in the first place.

Discover bird box accessories and bird watching gadgets

Make garden bird watching the ultimate at-home experience with Green Feathers bird gadgets. From large handmade wooden bird boxes to eco-friendly suet tubes, birds will feel right at home in your garden. And why not show off your love for your flying friends with our exclusive MetalBird outdoor artwork? Green Feathers has all the bird accessories your garden needs.

Why choose our bird watching supplies?

If you’ve already got a Green Feathers bird box camera or a thriving bird-friendly garden, our range of birding accessories is the perfect way to take things further. We stock everything from illustrated bird ID charts to help you tell your blue tits from your coal tits, to nesting wool, LED bird box lamps for better daytime footage, and even art to bring a touch of nature to your home. Or, if you’re looking to improve your existing camera setup, we stock DVRs, tripods, and biological cleaning sprays too. We can be your one-stop-shop for all things “accessories for birds”!

Frequently asked questions about accessories for bird watching

Why do you need stainless steel bird box plates?

Stainless steel plates protect your bird box entrance from being chewed, scratched, or just generally made bigger by curious birds or predators. They also help keep the hole just the right size so only your favourite feathered friends move in.

Our pack of three steel bird box plates comes in 25mm, 28mm, and 32mm sizes.

25mm is best for smaller birds like blue tits, marsh tits, and coal tits
28mm is best for tree sparrows, as well as great and crested tits
32mm can fit house sparrows, nuthatches, and pied flycatchers

So, if you’re looking to attract a particular bird to your bird box this spring, you can use the appropriately-sized box plate to give them a safe place to nest.

How often should you clean a bird box?

You only need to clean your bird box once a year, after the breeding season ends. The best time is between late September and February. This gives the birds plenty of time to raise their chicks without disturbance. Cleaning helps remove old nesting material, parasites, and droppings, making the box fresh and safe for next year’s visitors. Just wait until the birds have flown the nest before you get to work.

What’s the best way to attract birds to a new bird table?

Place your bird table in a quiet, sheltered spot, ideally near trees or bushes where birds can hide and feel safe. If you fill it with a variety of seeds and suet, you’ll appeal to all sorts of different species rather than just one or two. Adding fresh water nearby helps too. Be patient – once one or two “tweets” get around, you’ll start getting plenty of visitors!

Can I connect a DVR to my existing bird camera?

Yes, you can connect a DVR to your bird cameras to record all the action. We offer 4 and 8 channel DVRs, so you can hook up multiple cameras if you want to watch several boxes or different spots in your garden. Just make sure your camera’s compatible and you’ve got the right cables. Recording means you won’t miss a thing, even if you’re not watching live. And if you need help setting it up, our Help & Support team is here for you.

Is wool good for bird box nests?

Yes, wool is a great natural nesting material for birds. It’s soft, warm, and easy for birds to tuck into their nests. Using wool made specifically for bird nesting means it’s clean and safe, too, with no unnatural dyes or chemicals to worry about. Just scatter some around your garden or place a small bundle near the bird box and the birds will do the rest.