Wildlife & Nature Blogs

Jim McNeill - Ice Warrior to Global Warrior

In this episode of Naturespace with Haith's, Simon King is joined by renowned explorer Jim McNeill, the visionary behind the Ice Warrior and Global Warrior initiatives. With nearly 40 years of...

Supporting Wild Birds: How to Feed Them in Febr...

February is a crucial time for feeding wild birds in the UK. With shorter days and colder weather, natural food sources like insects, seeds, and berries are scarce. By offering...

Embracing Blue Spaces: A Boost for Mental Healt...

In today’s fast-paced world, finding moments of peace can feel like a challenge. While green spaces like parks and forests are well-known for their calming effects, "blue spaces" – areas...

A Winter Wonderland of Wildlife - Feeding Garde...

As the chill of January settles in across the UK, our garden birds can face a tough time finding food. This month offers a fantastic opportunity to support local wildlife...

The Robin: A Winter Companion in Your Garden

The robin, with its vibrant red breast and melodious song, is a cherished sight across the UK, particularly in the countryside. As a symbol of joy and renewal, this small...

Ecotherapy – A Greener Approach to Wellbeing

Ecotherapy is an interesting concept that explores the use of nature and being outside as a way to improve health. There are many forms of ecotherapy including Nature Walks and...

Turtle Doves: Symbols of Love and Peace

These beautiful birds are distinguished by their orange-brown and black patterned back, bluish-grey head, pink chest, and the striking three black-and-white stripes on the sides of their neck. More colourful...

The Decline of Wild Birds in the UK from 1970 t...

Over the past five decades, the UK has witnessed a significant decline in wild bird populations, with many species facing alarming reductions in numbers. Since 1970, approximately 40% of British...

Winter Colours: A Feast for the Senses, Our Hea...

As winter settles in, the world around us undergoes a quiet transformation. The bright greens and vibrant blooms of summer give way to the muted, rich colours of the colder...

Let the Leaves Lie: A Garden's Gift to Nature

As the colours of autumn sweep across our gardens, a new movement is taking root at Haith’s – the #LearningToLetTheLeavesLie initiative. Inspired by a chat between Haith’s director Simon King...

Mindfulness in Nature: Connecting with the Pres...

In today’s fast-paced world, practicing mindfulness can be a grounding force. It helps us stay present, focused, and calm amid life’s noise. But one of the most enriching ways to...

Black Friday Bird Food Deals

Black Friday Bird Food Deals Now Live – Don’t Miss Out! The wait is over! Our Black Friday Bird Food Deals are officially live, bringing you incredible savings on our...

Shaun Wallace – chasing the great outdoors (Nat...

English barrister, lecturer, and tv personality, Shaun Wallace, joined us recently for our most recent edition of Naturespace with Haith’s podcast. Known by millions as a ‘chaser’ on the tv...

The Importance of Hedgerows: A Call for Conserv...

Conservationists are urging farmers to reconsider their hedge management practices, advocating for cutting hedges only once every two to three years. Traditionally, hedgerows are trimmed each autumn, right after the...

Christmas Needle Felting Workshop

Join us for a delightful day of creativity! Learn the art of needle felting with Chrissy and create a couple of beautiful robins to adorn your home this Christmas. Date: 7th...

Winter Nature Journaling

Join us for a creative afternoon of Winter Nature Journaling with Sarah from The House with the Blue Door! As we transition from Autumn to Winter, you'll have the opportunity...

Pumpkin Decoupage

Date, time, and location of the events Friday, 25th October at Haith's, The Bird Food Centre, Bolingbroke Road, Fairfield Industrial Estate, Louth, Lincs, LN11 0WA Duration: 2:30pm – 5pm Free...

Tom Svensson’s Fight Against Wildlife Crime - p...

Get ready for a gripping episode of Naturespace with Haith’s as Simon King welcomes two extraordinary guests: Tom Svensson, a world-renowned wildlife photographer who reveals his undercover past, and champion...

Why Peanuts Are Ideal for Your Feeder In Winter

Feeding peanuts to garden birds during the colder months is a simple yet rewarding way to support your garden wildlife. As temperatures drop and natural food sources dwindle, peanuts provide...

The Benefits of Feeding Soft Foods to Birds in ...

As the leaves turn and temperatures drop, garden birds face challenges in finding adequate food. Providing them with soft foods during the autumn and winter months can be a game...

Crafting a Pumpkin Seed Bird Feeder

As autumn comes around and pumpkins become a seasonal staple, why not re-cycle one into a delightful bird feeder? Creating a bird feeder from a pumpkin is a fun and...

Feeding wild birds during December

As December rolls in, the landscape transforms, and the chill of winter begins to settle. This month is a crucial time for wild birds as they prepare for the colder...

Feeding Garden Birds: November Insights

As November settles in, the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, making it a crucial time to support our garden birds. Providing food not only helps them survive the...

Haith's Greener by the Day - October Edition

Reminder The Ramblers will be using our carpark for their local walk around Louth on the 2nd of October. Please park on the edge of the grass like we did...

Feeding Garden Birds in October

As October sweeps across the UK, it brings cooler temperatures and changing leaves, signalling a shift in the needs of our garden birds. Providing food during this transitional month is...

Haith's Greener by the Day - September Edition

New Look! We hope you enjoy our new monthly newsletter look! We welcome Rufus the Robin and Betty the Blackbird, both popular characters here at Haith’s. Haith’s Open Day! Wow,...

Exploring a Phenomenon – Bird Migration

Like me, you might have wondered how bird migration works... It’s an interesting concept and one full of questions – why do birds migrate? How do they do it? It’s...

Wild Bird Feeding : A September Guide

As September rolls in, our gardens and woodlands are alive with bird activity. This transitional month is marked by the beginning of autumn migration, where many species prepare for their...

NatureSpace with Haith’s Open Day 2024

Back in January, the challenge was set: arrange Haith’s first Open Day in our new premises here in Louth. This was a daunting task, with little to no event planning...

Our Commitment to Quality and Transparent Pricing

Discover why Haith’s products are worth every penny. Introduction: Welcome to Haith’s! At Haith’s, we believe in providing the highest quality bird food and wildlife supplies for your feathered friends....

Monthly Email - August Edition

UEFA Euro 2024 Football Championships One of our team members, Woolsey, made a last-minute trip to Berlin for the final, and the journey took a total of 16 hours! England...

Birds to spot in your garden during August

August is a great time for birdwatching in our gardens. As summer matures and hints of autumn begin to appear, a diverse array of birds can be observed, each bringing...

Feeding garden birds in July

Feeding garden birds during the summer month of July can be a rewarding and enjoyable activity, as well as a critical support for local wildlife. With the breeding season in...

Benefits of premium softfoods for garden birds

Our premium-quality softfoods are favourites among Robins, Blackbirds, and Dunnocks, and are also enjoyed by finches, sparrows, and tits, who eagerly pick out their preferred pieces. Softfoods offer a special...

Monthly Email - July Edition

MS Day The team celebrated MS Day through a raffle, name card and dressing in orange and blue. The day raised an amazing £80.37 for the MS Society. Well done...

Naturespace with Haith’s Open Day

Save the Date: 7th August 2024 Join us for a day of fun, learning, and community at our Open Day! From craft and food stalls to expert speakers and a...

A Royal Touch: Martin's Journey To Become a Gar...

From a young age, Martin has been captivated by landscapes, gardens, plants, and trees, leading him to pursue a career in horticulture. Inspired by his school’s motto, “Aim High,” he...

Why Blackbirds sing at dawn and dusk in the summer

In the UK, blackbirds are known for their melodious songs at dawn and dusk, particularly during the summer months. This behaviour, known as the dawn and dusk chorus, is a...

Exploring the vibrant world of Greenfinches

The Greenfinch (Chloris chloris), with its vibrant green and yellow plumage, is a delightful sight for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts across the UK. These small, stocky birds are a common...

Monthly Email - June Edition

Podcast The Bearded Birders joined us to record a podcast where they explored their love for nature and goals for the future. Listen to it here: https://haiths.com/pages/nature-podcast-naturespace-with-haiths  We’re on Tripadvisor!...

Creating a Bird Garden Against the Odds: Tips f...

Handing commercial space back to Nature at The Haith's Bird Food Centre in Louth, Lincolnshire, UK. The home of Naturespace.  When we re-located to Louth in March 2023 our outside...

Bullfinches: Understanding Their Diet and Habit...

Bullfinches (Pyrrhula pyrrhula) are one of the most captivating birds found in the UK, known for their striking appearance and melodic calls. These small birds are easily recognisable, with males...

June Birdwatching Wonders: What to Look for in ...

As nature bursts into full bloom, our green spaces become vibrant stages for bird activity, offering an enchanting spectacle for birdwatchers and casual observers alike.In early June, the familiar chirp...

Nature's Comfort: The Bearded Birders' Pandemic...

Amidst the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, a small group of men from Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, found solace in an unexpected place – nature. Calling themselves "The Bearded Birders,"...

A Year of Newsletters…

Welcome to the one year anniversary edition of Haith’s Greener by the Day newsletter! As we reflect on the past year's accomplishments and look forward to the future, we're excited...

Celebrating May: Top Tips for Garden Bird Feedi...

As the flowers bloom and the days grow longer May heralds the peak of springtime in the UK. It's a season of renewal, and what better way to embrace it...

Haith's Monthly Email: April Edition Highlights

Budgerigar Meeting Haith’s hosted the Lincolnshire Budgie Society. Avian Expert, Professor John E Cooper and his wife, wildlife lawyer Margaret Cooper led the evening. This included educational talks and a...

A Beginner’s Guide to Bird Feeding: Essential T...

It can feel quite daunting entering the world of bird feeding as a beginner. You might have passed gardens with feeding stations decorated with an array of feeders (many of...

Haith's Greener by the Day: March Edition Updates

  Wednesday 6th March – The Ramblers Walk The Ramblers Group will start arriving at 09:30 for their walk. Tuesday 19th March – An Evening with the Coopers & Lincolnshire...

The Green Beneath: Seagrass Restoration with Yo...

The Yorkshire Wildlife Trust & Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust have partnered with Orsted to begin a restoration project on the river Humber which is truly remarkable. Georgia Bennett, Seagrass Restoration Assistant...

What Birds are in the Garden in February

During February you will see the garden birds that have survived winter foraging continuously in search of food. The fittest of these survivors may also start to flaunt courtship displays....

Haith’s “Help to Fly” National Nest Box Scheme ...

Here at Haith’s, we believe in the vital role that wild birds play in enriching our lives and ecosystems. As these winged wonders grace our gardens, it is important to...

Embracing Nest Box Week: A Celebration of Avian...

As February unfolds and love is in the air, nature enthusiasts and bird lovers alike are gearing up to celebrate Nest Box Week from 14th to 21st February 2024. This...

Haith's Greener by the Day: February Edition Up...

Haith’s Event Hosting Prospects Exciting developments are underway as Haith’s initiates the planning of various events for the upcoming year. These will encompass guest speakers, craft stalls, workshops, and more....

Nick Ray's Odyssey of Adventure, Healing, and H...

Nick Ray is an adventurer fuelled by an unwavering passion for uncovering the natural marvels of our world. Hailing from Zimbabwe in Africa, he has dedicated a lifetime to embracing...

The Captivating World of Starlings

In the avian realm, the starling stands out as a captivating and charismatic bird, known for its remarkable behaviour - mesmerising beauty and intelligence. These small to medium-sized birds are...

Bird Friendly Haven: Inviting Diversity and Pro...

Attracting a variety of birds to your garden involves more than just scattering seeds; it requires a thoughtful and strategic approach to bird feeding. Explore how you can maximize the...

Haith's Greener by the Day: January Edition Upd...

Wreath-Making Session Rachael hosted a festive wreath-making session. Everyone who joined in showcased their creativity and brought home something special, to celebrate Christmas.     Secret Santa The office got...

Tiggywinkles: A Haven for Wildlife Healing (Nat...

Nestled in the heart of wildlife conservation, Tiggywinkles stands as a testament to compassion and dedication. What began as a humble venture in the Stocker family's garden has blossomed into...

Songbird Serenade - A Robins Tale

Few feathered friends captivate the imagination as profoundly as the iconic robin red breast. Scientifically identified as Erithacus Rubecula this small bird with its distinctive orange-red breast and brownish-grey back...

Download Haith's Bird Food App!

Download Here:           Haith's Bird Food Finder  Introducing our new app, Haith's Bird Food Finder; it's an experience designed to simplify and elevate your bird-feeding journey.   After...

December Delights in Garden Bird Feeding

As winter's chill settles in, December becomes a critical time to support our feathered friends in the garden. The landscape may seem barren, but with a well-stocked bird feeder, you...

Haith's Greener by the Day: December Edition Up...

School Visit Julianne & Charlotte headed down to Greenwich House Independent School in Louth, to give a presentation on the topic of conservation, for their Harvest Festival. The children were...

Harmony of Christmas and Nature: A Meaningful C...

Christmas holds a unique significance for families, treasured by children who eagerly await the delight of unwrapping presents and engaging in the joy of giving as well. Additionally, it’s a...

Suet – A Superfood for Every Season

What is Suet? Suet is a high-energy food made from animal fat. It is often mixed with a variety of ingredients, not limited to seeds, berries, mealworms and insects. Suet...

Nurturing garden birds in November

As autumn paints the landscape with hues of amber and gold, November brings a unique charm to garden bird feeding in the UK. As temperatures drop and natural food sources...

Why we feed wild birds – A feathered friends guide

Feeding birds can be a truly rewarding activity, offering several benefits both for the birds and for us. Here are some key advantages:  Supporting Bird Populations in Challenging Conditions: Particularly...

Embracing Nature: A Prescription for Mental Wel...

In the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, where screens dominate our attention and concrete jungles surround us, the therapeutic power of nature often goes unnoticed. Yet, the profound...

The Mystical Melodies of Birds That Sing at Night

The  avian population is a symphony of diversity, and while most of us associate bird songs with the cheerful melodies of daylight, there's a lesser-known, enchanting world of birds that...

Why Are Songbirds Important?

In the enchanting realm of nature, songbirds emerge as the unsung heroes, orchestrating a symphony that transcends mere melodious tunes. These feathered maestros play a crucial role in maintaining the...

Haith's Greener by the Day: November Edition Up...

Save Our Wild Isles Save Our Wild Isles has finished screening – it would be great to hear your feedback on the series. What are we already doing and what...

Haith’s Collaboration with 'Stewton Stars Hidea...

Earlier this year Jess, owner of Stewton Stars Hideaway, a local luxury glamping haven, reached out to us. Recognising our shared passion for nature, she extended an invitation for us...

Nick Howard - a stately home's conservation sto...

 The Hon. Nicholas Howard, known as Nick, currently resides in the splendid Castle Howard, an elegant stately home nestled in the scenic landscapes of North Yorkshire. With approximately 1,000 acres...

Birds deserve the best: clean black sunflower s...

When it comes to our birds, providing them with a well-balanced diet is crucial for their overall well-being. Many bird enthusiasts opt for black sunflower seeds as a staple in...

Winters lifeline - The essential role of bathin...

As the crisp autumn leaves begin to fall and winter's chill sets in, our feathered friends in the garden face new challenges in finding essential resources. Providing bathing and drinking...

Haith's Greener by the Day: October Edition Upd...

Trade Website A huge congratulations to everyone who has helped bring Haith’s & Robin Red Trade website come to life – what a huge achievement! Podcast With the help of...

The Majestic Horse Chestnut Tree and its Treasu...

When autumn paints the landscape with its warm hues, one tree stands out with a rich bounty of nature's treasures—the horse chestnut tree (Aesculus hippocastanum). These magnificent trees, known for...

Harmony in the hedgerows – the songs of a Black...

Blackbirds in the UK are the virtuosos of the avian realm, serenading us with a repertoire that is both comforting and captivating. Belonging to the Turdidae family, these feathered artists,...

Nature's Winter Buffet - The Vital Role of Ber...

As winter's chill blankets the landscape, the natural world undergoes a subtle transformation. For our feathered friends, the drop in temperature signals a time of increased challenges in finding nourishment....

Embracing Autumn's Feathered Friends

As the days grow shorter and a crisp chill fills the air, autumn arrives in the UK, bringing with it a beautiful transformation of colours and a flurry of activity...

State of Nature Report 2023

Well, the report is in and it’s dire. The UK’s wildlife is showing a persistent decline and is now one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world. 19% of...

Preserving Nature: The Sycamore Gap Tree Saga

Recently, the felling of the iconic Sycamore Gap tree at Hadrian's Wall has left a void in our hearts and on the landscape. It wasn't just a tree; it was...

Sacha Dench - adventure meets conservation (Na...

Sacha’s early childhood was spent in the remote Australian bush, a manor house in Suffolk and villages in Switzerland and France.  A love of the natural world and a passion...

The Wondrous World of Upcycling: Creative Ideas...

You’ve probably heard of recycling, also known as ‘downcycling’, however, you might not know about upcycling. Upcycling, put simply, is the process of making something new or more valuable, out...

Haith’s Supports Local Schoolboy’s Talent: A Co...

Over the last six months, here at Haith’s, we have made it our mission to build a Family & Education section on our website, where we provide free nature resources...

The Natural World: Autumnal Facts

Autumn is one of the four seasons, that goes after summer and before winter and it is all about huge changes in our environment and nature affecting plants, animals, and...

Megan McCubbin – a lifelong love for nature (Na...

Nature and the natural world are everything to us here at Haith’s and we are passionate about how we can help the world around us. It was our absolute pleasure...

Pinecones - A Symbol of Autumn

Pinecones are the woody fruiting body and reproductive organ of pine trees. They come from the conifer family and grow on different types of pine trees such as Black Pine, Scots...

Haith's Greener by the Day: September Edition U...

Hello everyone! Here at Haith's, we send out a monthly newsletter to our staff on the last Friday of the month. This is to highlight projects and successes within the...

Haith's SuperClean Bird Food: Healthy Bird Seed...

At Haith's, our mission is clear and simple: to make a positive difference in the lives of birds through our nutritious and handcrafted bird food. Since 1937, our philosophy has...

Fun at the Seaside!

The seaside is a place children love to visit, and Cleethorpes is our nearest seaside resort, one filled with many happy memories. The sandy beach goes on for miles and...

How to Make a Terrarium

You will need: A glass jar. Any shape or size will work - I have used a wine glass before. Clay pebbles for drainage at the bottom, this helps keep...

Facts About Moles

We’ve all heard the song lyrics ‘I am a mole and I live in a hole’ but how much do we really know about this small mammal that lives a...

Hedgehog Challenges: Insights from Barry Last o...

We were recently contacted by a friend of Haith’s, Mrs Downing, who became aware of roadworks in her local area that seemed to lack any attention to detail regarding the...

Time Away with Nature

We all need to take a break now and again to relax and unwind especially for our own well-being, away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. For my holiday this time...

Babies and Nature: Encouraging Early Connection...

Through my time working in early years settings, I have been lucky enough to look after babies. New to the planet, I found it special interacting with them and shaping...

Wildlife needs to stay hydrated too

Hot weather is becoming more common. Just last year the UK recorded its hottest temperature ever recorded, at Coningsby in Lincolnshire – just a 40-minute drive away from us here...

Nurturing Nature's Allies: The Importance of Co...

As a parent, I believe fostering a connection between children and the natural world is work worth doing. When we introduce our children to nature from an early age, we...

Making Memories in the Natural World

Children love to have fun, and as a parent or grandparent, we are always looking for things to do especially at a weekend or during school holidays. Most of the...

Dangers to farmland birds

A new study has found that the increased use of pesticides and fertiliser is pushing the decline of farmland species. European farmland bird species, since 1980 and 2016, have more...

Introducing Grandchildren to Nature from an Ear...

I spend many a happy weekend with my grandson Jack who is only 5 years old. We make so many lovely memories together and some of the best ones are...

Taking Loose Parts Play Outdoors

Nature is good for the mind, body, soul – and our children! Playing in nature allows children to develop many different skills including independence, risk-taking, creativity and physicality to name...

Proud to be an Export Champion!

We take great pride in being recognised as a Northern Powerhouse Export Champion. In 2018, Haith's director, Simon King, was personally approached by the Department for International Trade (DIT) to...

Kids eat first

We always knew Huskfree Advance with Dried Mealworms was going to be popular when we put our heads together years ago and designed this special mix. With contents such as...

The importance of trees

Hands up! – does anyone have a favourite tree or one that you remember from your childhood? Two that stay in my memory are a big weeping willow in the...

Swifts: The Red Arrows of the Bird World

These slender, boomerang-winged birds are exquisite flyers and a true anomaly within the bird world. With a top speed of 69mph, swifts have stamina a human could only dream of!...

Bird Health: Prevention Over Cure - Understandi...

After living through a global pandemic, I’m sure that you, like me, are more aware of germs and preventative measures we can use to limit the likelihood of disease. You...

Bird Nests: Understanding the Method Behind the...

A baby has a cot, a joey has a pouch, and a chick has a nest. These are safe spots to keep our babies from harm and different bird species...

Fledglings 101: A Beginner's Guide to Feeding Y...

In the world of birds we have many terms, and one of those terms is that of a fledgling. A fledgling relates to a stage of development where a juvenile...

Songs of Spring

Spring is a time of awakening. As flowers bloom and wildlife emerges, we are welcomed by warmer, sunnier days and melodic bird song. It is a wonderful time of year...

Haith's bird food is opening a shop in Louth - ...

Exciting news for all the bird lovers out there! Our shop at the new bird food centre in Louth, Lincolnshire, will be opening towards the end of April (or early...

We're migrating to Louth, Lincolnshire this wee...

We're migrating to Louth, Lincolnshire this weekend.  We would like to take this moment to express our deepest gratitude for your kindness, support, and patience during our migration to the...

Life as a Wildlife Trust Fundraiser

It is mid December and my fingers feel like they are being pricked to death; I have a rosy red face and tingling feet. I am standing on the front...

Haith’s Wild Bird Competition: Win 5kg Premium ...

Terms & Conditions (Facebook):  To enter, like, share and comment ‘Win’ under our post. UK Entries Only. One entry per customer per household. Competition runs from Wednesday 22nd February 2023...

Feather Your Nest with Haith's Bird Food: New F...

We are excited to announce the upcoming opening of our factory outlet store in Louth, Lincolnshire, where you'll be able to buy fresh, natural, healthy, and safe bird food products...

We are hiring...

Haith’s Bird Food is a leading manufacturer of premium bird food products. We are currently seeking hardworking and dedicated individuals to join our team at our new manufacturing facility in...

Win a bag of SuperClean, 100% edible wild bird ...

Wild Competition: Win 5kg of Huskfree Advance to top up your feeder in time for the Big Garden Birdwatch!  If you enter our competition, be careful not to respond to...

Iolo Williams: Stop, Look & Listen (Naturespace...

Iolo was born and raised in mid Wales & after working for the RSPB, in the late 1990s left the society to work full-time in the media. His tv series...

Chris Packham – a life with nature (Naturespace...

Episode 9: Chris Packham: Looking after the natural world and our mental health In this episode of Naturespace with Haith's podcast, Chris talks to Simon King about the birds visiting his...

Hannah Bourne-Taylor – a swift mission (Natures...

Hannah is on a mission – one that we can all help with and doesn’t take much time. Many of us look to the skies in April and May awaiting...

Paul Rose – On land & sea (Naturespace with Hai...

"When I started the Naturespace with Haith's podcast journey, I had a vision. That vision was to interview guests whose love for nature is as strong as Haith's - I...

Professor John E. Cooper: Avian flu - How sensi...

Because we're a trusted bird food company on a mission to discover the bigger picture, we have a self-imposed responsibility to learn more about the 2022 Avian flu activity here...

The connection between nature and autism: Can w...

Snippet from our new podcast 🎧 The connection between nature and autism: Can watching the birds help with autism? The connection between nature and autism has been a subject of...

The connection between nature and autism - podcast

Snippet from our new podcast 🎧 The connection between nature and autism has been a subject of growing interest and research in recent years, highlighting the therapeutic benefits of natural...

ITV News: ‘Being around birds ‘linked to mental...

The sound of the dawn chorus or a blackbird singing at dusk leaves an impression with many of us – we’ve instinctively suspected how beneficial nature can be for us,...

The connection between nature and autism

Dr Helen Jeffries says, “I’m autistic and happy to talk about it” which is why we (Haith's) invited her to feature on an episode of Naturespace with Haith’s because we,...

I saw a kingfisher on a trolley - nature adapts

Snippet from our new podcast 🎤 James Elliott @thecanoeriver explains how nature adapts when he saw a kingfisher on a shopping trolley James Elliott, the dedicated river cleaner, has been...

A day in the life of a canoe river cleaner

Snippet from our new podcast 🎤 James Elliott tells us all about a day in the life of a canoe river cleaner Every day, James Elliott, known as "The Canoe...

James Elliott - Grimsby's The Canoe River Clean...

James Elliott AKA "The Canoe River Cleaner" is a local hero fighting for the natural world - his battleground is the River Freshney, and the enemy is litter. "It's all...

Our living planet in decline

In less than a lifetime our planet will be in trouble if we don’t act now. Wildlife populations are suffering a 69% reduction in size, right across the world, according...

Rewild - Go natural

Rewilding is the new buzzword on everyone’s lips, but what does it mean? It's a choice about how we decide to manage our land. For example, when we take a...

Awesome autumn facts

For many people the start of autumn is signalled by the harvest, but where does the word 'autumn' come from and what does it mean? Autumn comes from the Latin...

Sovereign shared our love of aviculture

We are saddened by the death of Her Majesty The Queen, whose close association with bird-keeping has spanned many years. The Queen occupies a very special place in Haith’s and...

Haith’s bird food migrating from Grimsby to Lou...

We’re aiming to make a positive difference for our staff (and customers) by creating commercial space and a working environment that’s connected with nature, where we can continue to create...

A takeaway treat for garden birds

A trip to the seaside is not a trip to the seaside without fish and chips with an ice-cream or two thrown in.  But we are here to prove that...

SuperClean and calcium-rich bird diets for gard...

At Haith’s, not only do we use over eighty years of seed buying, cleaning, and manufacturing expertise to make hand-crafted foods we also use veterinary science to improve bird diets....

Plenty of water needed

The weather of course has been very warm during this past week and there has been no rain either here in Kent. The birds are making full use of their...

Form an orderly queue

There has been a lot of bird activity in the garden over the past week and although timings have been adapted by the starlings, they are still coming early in...

Countryside Hedgerows

Hedgerows criss-cross our countryside dividing up farmland and scenery, stretching for miles and miles but what exactly are they? Often the remains of ancient wooded areas they are usually just...

Adapting to the feeding stations

I have been using suet logs in the feeding area in the cobnut tree for the past few days and I think it means that the starlings and smaller birds...

Different feeding routines

The weather in Kent became warmer and warmer last week culminating in a hot day on Friday but by Saturday it was somewhat cooler again. It was noticeable that the...

Some like it hot

The weather in Kent over the last few days has been much warmer than of late and for the last day or so temperatures have been into the high 20's...

Potential use of bird tables and feeders to mon...

Hugh D. Loxdale, FLS, MBE  In a recent article (Loxdale, 2022) published in the June issue of the Linnean Society of London’s house journal, The Linnean, I suggested that bird...

Looking for a no mess bird food?

Do you love birds but hate the mess they leave behind? Then you'll love this bird food! It’s 100% edible and leaves no waste – it will keep your patio...

Plenty of hungry birds in the garden to feed

Over the past week I've found it hard to keep up with the amount of food that the birds are eating as the population seems to have increased dramatically. I...

10 bird feeding products that should be in ever...

Whether you're looking for a new bird feeder or new bird food or just want to know more about the best bird feeders on the market, read our article!  The...

Some noisy new visitors

Bird activity has increased dramatically again during the past week and just 12 days ago there were two young starlings and I'm now counting as many as 20 at one...

Bird Feeding Tips for Beginners

Bird feeders are an easy way to attract birds to your garden. However, not everyone knows what type of feeder to buy. Read on to learn more about bird feeders! ...

More youngsters have arrived

In my last blog I mentioned the fact that birds were coming and going frequently from my feeders and that the quantity of food eaten had dramatically increased. This past...

Platinum Jubilee Mix

NEW! To celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee - have a garden party and invite the birds. We are proud to introduce our limited-edition Platinum Jubilee Mix. Platinum Jubilee Mix is hand-crafted...

York’s Rowntree Park in all its glory

Lucy K captured the enchanting allure of York's Rowntree Park gardens in a series of captivating photographs during a recent stroll. Nestled a brief distance from the bustling city center...

Adapting to the weather

I'm sure the plants as well as the birds, insects and other wildlife have been pleased with the weather during the past week. The birds certainly adapt to the weather...

Spider catcher

Spiders – you either love them or loathe them or possibly just tolerate them. Whichever category you fall in you’re bound to come across them whether it’s while you’re gardening...

Butterflies in winter

You may be surprised to discover that butterflies are around during the winter but just in different forms. Unlike mammals, who are warm blooded, butterflies are cold-blooded and rely on...

Bird feed

We like to think we know a thing or two about bird seed. We’ve been cleaning, handcrafting, and mixing bird feed for eighty-five years! We’re still learning of course, but...

Fat balls for birds

Suet is a firm favourite with garden birds and is available in many different shapes and sizes and is usually readily available. Fat balls help to support metabolism and provide...

Share and share alike

One of the rarer sightings in my garden this week was of a pair of goldfinches. They came into one of the flower beds and seemed to be taking seeds...

Mealworms for birds

Mealworms, whether live or dried are one of the most important things you can feed to your garden birds at any time of the year. Mealworms are the larvae form...

Bird Table

What can be better than an all-year-round feeder?  A bird table is certainly that. If you’re looking for a new bird table, then there’s a few things to think about....

Suet Bird Feeders

Our high-quality suet can be placed in a bespoke suet feeder, fed from a bird table, chopped up and fed from the ground or squeezed into the bark of a...

Peanut Bird Feeder

Peanuts remain one of the cleanest and easiest ways to attract and feed garden birds. And if you’re feeding peanuts, you should feed them from a good quality peanut feeder...

Bird feeders for fat balls

Suet is a great provider of calories for garden birds.  Unlike humans, birds need a high intake of fat to give them energy. This is especially important during the cold...

Splish, splash, splosh

The past month or so has been very dry in Kent with hardly any rain, so a sharper shower yesterday evening was certainly most welcome. I think the birds have...

The natural worlds next generation

When recruiting for bird food champions to join us here at Haith’s we always look for that special someone.  A great personality, enthusiastic, good at timekeeping are all the usual...

Bird Water Feeder

Fresh water for garden birds is essential. Not only for hydration but water can also help birds to select their preferred foods. The two main reasons birds need clean water...

Which birds like niger (nyjer) seeds?

Niger or Nyjer seed has been on our product list for decades – since the 1930’s to be exact. It has unique tonic properties and is packed with oil which...

Blue Tit Nesting Box

The Blue Tit is a small acrobatic species and is very easily identified, as it is the only British bird with a blue crown. It is a common (but always...

Small, medium and large trees for wildlife

There have been plenty of birds in the garden during the past week of all descriptions. The small birds have included blue tits and great tits, the robins and sparrows....

Bird Food

Bird seed is much the same as bird food you may think. However, bird food can not only mean bird seed mixes but hand-crafted soft foods for garden birds. So,...

Hanging Bird Feeders

Attract a wide range of birds to your garden with a hanging bird feeder. This type of bird feeder will cater for birds that don’t like to forage on the...

Bird foods that Robins like

We all love to see a Robin Red Breast in our gardens. Whatever life's challenges, how do you feel when you catch a glimpse of a Robin bobbing along in...

Squirrel proof bird feeders

Squirrels get a mixed reception. Many people love them many people loathe them. Whether you’re a lover or a loather, squirrels are part of many people’s lives. Familiar to everyone,...

Nests & bird nesting boxes

Now spring is well underway, garden birds are very busy building nests to lay their eggs and raise their family during the coming months. Different birds, however, make different types...

Busy birds and insects

The weather over the last week or so has certainly been pleasant enough here in Kent with no rain, a fair amount of sunshine and some pleasantly warm days. I...

Bird feeding

Bird feeding is an enjoyable hobby and is suitable for all age groups.  From young children with their first bird feeder to a bird feeding veteran we can all gain...

Bird feeders (UK) for garden wildlife

There are lots of bird feeders of different styles, designs and sizes on the market, so you may think to yourself which is the best one for my garden and...

Big Garden Birdwatch Results 2022

The results are in, and some number crunching has been done! A big pat on the back to everyone that took part in this year’s survey. Taking the lead and...

Bird feed basics

Let's take a quick look at some of the popular bird feed keywords to help newcomers navigate this rewarding hobby:  Bird That's how this all starts - what's that bird?...

A new bird feeding station

This week I have added a new bird feeding station to the garden which is in addition to the other feeders and the bird table that I already have in...

Much colder weather

After some real spring days last week here in Kent with the temperature up to 18 Celsius, into the 60s in Fahrenheit, and plenty of sunshine, this week has seen...

Feeding continuing apace

With the days becoming longer and so more opportunities for the birds to feed and possibly now in some cases extra beaks to feed too, I don't think I have...

Spring is here

This time of year a week in the garden or the countryside makes a great deal of difference and in the past week or so, bushes which just had fat...

Watch it!

During the past week the pair of squirrels have been busy eating peanuts and burying some in the garden and this is where my first amusing story for the week...

Mosses and how to create your own miniature rai...

Mosses are to be found almost everywhere in Britain- in towns and cities (see previous blog) as well as in villages; on trees, on the ground, on walls, on roofs;...

Top 10 Most Common Garden Birds in the UK and T...

The birds and the strong winds

The past week has brought stormy weather too much of the country at one time or another and here in Kent we had a very windy day last Friday and...

Plenty of activity at the feeders

Bird activity at my feeders has been high through the past week and I’ve had my usual visitors to the garden including the feral pigeons.Another new mainly white pigeon has...

Pigeon gathering and plenty of other birds

It has been a busy week with bird activity in the garden and they are noticeably coming earlier in the morning and staying later in the afternoon.I don’t have to...

Encouraging Birds to Use a Nest Box: Tips and T...

Spring – luckily – is on the horizon and although we can’t believe that it’s nesting season again, it’s one of our favourite times of the year. How can anyone...

Some new sightings

A couple of days ago I was delighted to see one redwing in the garden, as that was my first sighting of one of them for about 10 months.Unfortunately, the...

Warmer days for now

The past few days have certainly brought what you could almost describe as spring-like weather and temperatures.I have been able to work in the garden with just a light jacket...

Frost and ice

During the past week it has been frosty most mornings with white hoar frost on the grass and ice in the bird bath saucers, so I’ve had to add to...

A watery winter for birds

Spring and summer, usually the warmest months, are when the majority of us faithfully supply our garden birds with fresh water for drinking and bathing. By this time of year,...

It was here before!

Over the Christmas period as I mentioned in a recent blog, I was putting out extra food in the garden that was scraps of chicken, sausage meat and so on...

New year and more birds

Firstly, a Happy New Year to all who read my bird blogs.I think the birds have been spoilt over the Christmas and New Year period with plenty of extra treats...

Hawk eyes

I haven’t had any hawks in the garden as far as I know although possibly a sparrow hawk has been on a couple of occasions recently, as the birds all...

Paddling around in the water and mud

The past week has brought some strong winds again and further heavy rain to Kent but despite that, the birds in the garden have been enjoying the birdbath saucers.The starlings...

Understanding the Decline of Common Bird Specie...

Since 1980 the UK and Europe have seen large scale population declines in around 600 million breeding birds, according to a new study by scientists from the RSPB, BirdLife International...

A job to keep up

The past week has brought some very cold weather and also Storm Arwen.The birds seem to cope very well with the blustery conditions which in Kent weren’t as bad as...

Much colder weather

Although there has been some very welcome late autumn sunshine in the last few days and indeed some days have had clear blue skies, it has certainly turned much colder...

A routine week

It has to be said that the past seven days have been fairly routine as far as the birds in the garden are concerned. haithsGenerally the biggest number of birds...

It’s getting dark, we’re off!

The past week has not brought very much sunshine to Kent and some damp weather too but it’s not been as cold.However, it is noticeable that the birds are now...

One, two, three, or more…

My peanut feeder seemed to be going down very quickly in recent days and although I knew there was at least one squirrel coming and sometimes two, flipping the lid...

Big birds and something new

We’re just a couple of days to go until the clocks go back as I write and the mornings are noticeably darker just now, but just as it’s getting light...

The Benefits of Weeds: How They Help Wildlife i...

Tuesday, 26th October 2021 We all know that weeds have been a burden for gardeners for hundreds of years, but should we start to see them in a new light? They are...

Autumn routines

There have been a couple of warmer days this past week with a fair amount of sunshine and you could be forgiven for thinking that we’re not into the third...

An S.O.S for biodiversity

Before the Industrial Revolution, the UK was covered in dense forests that covered much more of the countryside than they do now. These massive areas of wilderness were home to...

Plenty of sunshine and plenty of birds

In a blog a few weeks ago I commented that the squirrel was coming for peanuts but was chewing them through the mesh of the feeder and wasn’t copying a...

Welcome!

In recent blogs I have mentioned that the jackdaws seem to have returned now we’ve moved into autumn and three are regular visitors at various times of the day at...

Natural Pest Control: Eco-Friendly Solutions fo...

Thursday, 30th September 2021 We love all nature at Haith’s, even if that garden visitor has two, four or even more legs - or no legs at all - but we do...

Autumn has arrived

In the past few days there has been some rain in Kent and Sunday was the last really warm day when I could safely go out without a jacket on.It...

It didn’t take long

In many of my weekly blogs I have mentioned the bird feeding facilities that I have in the garden and for the last several months I have been placing a...

It looks very much like autumn

Although we haven’t had any particularly chilly nights at the back end of summer and then into the start of metrological autumn, the trees are certainly starting to turn colour...

Where Do Wild Birds Go During Bad Weather? Unde...

You may have noticed that when it rains there is seemingly less bird activity and that birds seem to disappear during strong winds and storms. So, where do they go?...

Buzz buzz buzz

This past week has brought some much warmer days again across Kent although it is cooler today and we’ve had some welcome rain overnight.Bees have been busy in the garden...

Amusing to watch

My blog this week starts on a light-hearted note.In the past few weeks the Olympic and Paralympic Games have been taking place in Tokyo and I think the birds and...

Comings and goings

I have seen at least three blackbirds in the garden this past week, a male, female and possibly an adolescent.They are coming in the morning and as I’ve been putting...

This is hard work!

I enjoy watching the birds from various windows in the house when I’m working on whatever I am doing and a couple of days ago I was sitting at my...

This is hard work!

I enjoy watching the birds from various windows in the house when I’m working on whatever I am doing and a couple of days ago I was sitting at my...

Are there any foods starlings won't eat?

Starlings look black at a distance but close up they have glossy green and purple plumage and in groups, they can be very noisy - often scaring away the smaller...

A staycation with nature

Many of us this year will be taking summer breaks in the UK and myself included. I was fortunate to find a very quiet and peaceful place to stay with...

Business as usual

Over recent weeks I have been commenting about the young starlings, the young sparrows and the adolescent blackbird. Well during the past week I have seen one young robin, so...

Bird Feeding Basics: Essential Tips for Beginners

Friday, 6th August 2021 Bird feeding in your garden doesn’t have to be a lavish or expensive affair. In fact, the most basic of equipment is needed. In Haith’s wildlife garden we...

Haith’s New Wildlife Ponds: Latest Updates and ...

As promised, I am updating you on the progress we are making with our two wildlife ponds. What a difference a few weeks makes. I reported in June that we...

Plenty of activity

During the past week the squirrels have been very busy checking out my cobnut tree and I think they are now taking some nuts to store for the winter.However if...

That is mine!

The weather has been cooler this week and the birds have been tending to return to their normal routines although the feral pigeons still disappear from the roof at the...

Modified behaviour

The past week has brought very hot weather to much of the country and Kent has been no exception.I have still seen plenty of birds in the garden, but they...

Better weather for the birds and bees

The past week has brought some better weather to Kent with less incessant rain, although there have been some showery days and as the week has gone we have slightly...

Meet the family

During the week I have seen evidence of a lot of young birds coming with or without their parents. The starling group on some of the cloudy and cooler days...

Busy bees

The various types of bee in the garden, which I’ve mentioned before I’m not very good at identifying, have been very busy during the past week feeding on the various...

Plenty to look at

I’m very pleased to say that the woodpeckers are now daily visitors to the garden and I will either see one or two at a time.They have learnt that it...

Then there were three

In recent blogs I have been talking about a greater spotted woodpecker coming into the garden and onto the feeders, although I was never sure whether it was the same...

Bird Foods Blackbirds Avoid: A Guide

Blackbirds are one of the most common wild bird species in the UK and providing them with the right kind of bird food could encourage them to feed in your...

Creating Wildlife Ponds: Our Experience and Tips

It has been a few weeks since I wrote my blog about attracting wildlife to Haith's bird food centre in Grimsby, Lincolnshire. Where we've been handing over commercial space for...

Waste Not, Want Not: Sustainable Bird Feeding P...

There are so many so-called waste-free, no-mess bird food mixes available in the UK we thought we’d take a closer look at the one that started it all – Huskfree...

Plenty of customers at the feeders

There have been some very warm days in the past week and the amount of food being eaten by the birds has not reduced and in fact with the longer...

Summer routines

The past few days in Kent and indeed in quite a bit of the country, have certainly seen a welcome boost in temperature and sunshine and things are looking much...

Welcome back!

I think it is fair to say that people as well as birds have been fed up by the strong winds, low temperatures and rain over the past few weeks,...

Busy parents

In my blog last week I mentioned that the baby starlings had arrived in the garden and there is still a lot of activity. It always amuses me with the...

Experience Nature: Tips for Getting Closer to W...

Thursday, 13th May 2021 One in four of us will experience a mental health problem each year but thankfully mental health awareness is growing - and rightly so. ‘In every walk with...

The youngsters have arrived

On Sunday I saw the first young starlings of the year, four in total with their parents, but as the week has gone by more and more have been arriving...

That is New

Bird activity continues apace and I have now placed my new additional seed feeder in what I hope will be a suitable place for the smaller birds. The feeder does...

Why Handcrafted Matters

Everything is better when it’s made with love and attention to detail. Serve your family or friends a frozen, mass-produced pudding and yes it will ‘do’ but only the handcrafted...

Just hopping about

Bird activity continues to be high in the garden probably a result of some of the cooler days this past week, but also as I mentioned in the last couple...

A busy week

The amount of food that has been consumed by the garden birds this past week has certainly increased, partly down to the colder weather some days with overnight frost but...

That will do nicely

In my last blog I mentioned that the birds did not seem to be using the new bird bath saucer for bathing and I concluded that it was too shallow...

Business is brisk

Bird activity continues to increase in the garden and a crow is a regular visitor once again, which usually means that the other birds keep away until it has finished...

Just sitting around

There’s been a lot of bird activity in the garden this week with a pair of black birds coming and going at various times of the day, starlings making frequent...

Give and take

Nest preparation seems to be continuing apace with the birds this week and I have seen a female blackbird going away with a beak full of moss and then disappearing...

That’s new

The birds have had a new deep tray for a bird bath and water dish for about 10 days now and it’s taken them quite a while to pluck up...

Six Reasons to Enjoy Spring: Birdwatching and N...

To many people it’s their favourite season - spring heralds the promise of new life with fresh sounds and colours after the darkness of winter. What better time to venture...

That’s more like it

I’ve mentioned in my blogs before that I have a small seed tray size gravel tray down on the lawn for the birds to use as a birdbath. As the...

The Story of Daphne and the other birds

In my blog last week I mentioned the sparrows collecting material for their nest building and other birds have been doing the same during the past week.A couple of days...

Spring has sprung

During the past week the weather has certainly been spring-like with temperatures around 15 or 16 Celsius, around the 60 Fahrenheit mark, although overnight it’s still a little bit chilly....

Normal service is resumed

Last week was very cold in Kent with snow on the ground from the Sunday afternoon through until the following Sunday. The birds were more plentiful as it was very...

Do I need a bigger bird table?

The past week has brought a massive change in the weather here in Kent and for the last five days we’ve had snow on the ground, frosty nights and very...

Are sunflower seeds good for birds?

Are sunflowers good for birds? The answer is emphatically yes. They are packed full of fat, protein, vitamins and minerals, making them the ideal bird food for garden birds. There...

I counted them all landing

The past week has brought another mixture of mild weather, some colder days and plenty more rain. The birds are eating apace and of course last weekend was the RSPB...

That’s not quite right

In my blog last week I mentioned that I had a new bird in the garden and I assumed it was a fieldfare. Upon further investigation I have decided that’s...

A new visitor

The past week has seen the usual mix of birds coming to the garden and I think that either supplies of food in the countryside are starting to dwindle or...

Trying out new things

The jackdaws have been keeping me amused during the past week and four of them are coming regularly to my feeders at various times during the day.The other afternoon on...

New year and some new visitors

Since my last blog shortly before Christmas, the weather of course turned much colder and so bird activity at the feeders increased dramatically. The really wet days we have had...

Feathered friends

The past week in Kent has not been as cold and bird activity does vary from week to week according to the conditions, but that’s not to say that I...

Feathered friends

The past week in Kent has not been as cold and bird activity does vary from week to week according to the conditions, but that’s not to say that I...

More comings and goings

With the darker mornings and some foggy mornings this past week, the birds have been arriving slightly later at the feeders and bird table. Some of the days have been...

Brisk weather and brisk business at the feeders

The days are definitely colder and there have been a couple of frosts in the past week and the last couple of days have been much colder, so activity at...

A busy week at the feeders and bird table

The extra suet log that I have been hanging in my cobnut tree has certainly been put to good use by a variety of birds in the past week.My photograph...

Move over it’s my turn!

In my last blog I talked about the suet log which I had placed in my cobnut tree to give the smaller birds up to and including starlings, the chance...

Frosty mornings and hungry birds

The last couple of mornings have brought a white ground frost to my back garden and the birds have certainly been pretty hungry this week.They have generally disappeared for the...

Extra food needed

With the colder weather with us now, at least on some days, I decided to put out some additional food for the smaller birds and have placed a suet log...

End of British Summertime and care needed

With the change in the clocks last weekend it is no surprise that the birds are arriving for food at different times. It’s been pretty dull and damp the last...

Birds keeping me amused

There has been slightly less work taking place in my garden during the past week and so the birds are back into their normal routine of eating food at the...

Routine and opportunities

On some of the colder days in the past week bird numbers have certainly increased, but unfortunately, I have been having work done in the garden on steps and a...

Woodpecker in town

Over the past week it has been nice to see several visits of a woodpecker to the garden and although I can’t be sure that it’s the same one, it...

Be a nature detective this autumn

Autumn is now here and this brings many changes in the natural world. Animals and plants get prepared for the colder months ahead and it’s a great time of year...

A routine week at the feeders

I think this past week has been a fairly routine one as far as the birds in the garden are concerned and I don’t seem to have had any more...

All creatures great and small

In some of my blogs I have mentioned other wildlife as well as birds coming into my garden and so my photograph this time shows the fox standing down at...

A nice drop of rain

The extreme hot weather finally left Kent on Saturday 15th and we have had some rain and some thunder. I’m sure the birds welcome less heat and the availability of...

Is this branch taken?

The weather has been hot during the past week and especially so on Friday 31st July and so bird activity has been a little more muted during the last few...

Not the new normal

The new normal is an expression we are used to hearing concerning the pandemic and I began to wonder earlier this week if there was a new normal with the...

Turtle Dove: Identification, Habitat, and Feedi...

There cannot be many people who haven’t heard of the festive song regarding the twelve days of Christmas and two turtle doves. You may ask yourself why these summer migrants...

Britain’s Top 10 Most Common Garden Birds of 2020

Britain’s top 10 most common garden birds – 2020The results for this year’s Big Garden Birdwatch are in and yet again the House Sparrow has topped the charts at the...

Move over because it is my turn now

Activity at the bird table has continued apace during the last week and I’m now convinced that the feral pigeon numbers are bolstered by youngsters, as some of the ones...

A change in routine

The last couple of days have been hot here in Kent and the birds at the feeders and bird table have moved to a new routine. Normally the larger birds...

Working it out

Activity continues to be brisk at my bird feeders, which is probably the biggest understatement of the year. The starlings have been bringing more and more youngsters to the feeders...

Armchair Naturalist - Strange goings-on

My neighbour’s house has for many years been the home for a small group of house sparrows, noisy, bolshy and entertaining. They (the house sparrows) usually start quite early getting...

Please stay still!

It has been an interesting week as always watching the birds in the garden and as I mentioned the other week, the first of the young birds are appearing. There...

Armchair Naturalist - Woods versus forests

It is always very important to remember how diverse and important our forests and woods are. They are packed full of flora, fungi and fauna as well as having huge...

New arrivals and familiar friends

I have a surprise visitor to report this past week with the sighting of a lesser spotted woodpecker on my peanut feeder. I do very occasionally see them in the...

Spring Birdwatching: Transforming Your Urban Ga...

Living in a seaside town during the winter months can be a bit bleak but beauty can be found everywhere if you search hard enough for it. Come the months...

Little and large

Over the past four blogs, I have been giving an account of the birds in my garden and have talked about the feral pigeons, the sparrows and wood pigeons in...

Armchair Naturalist - Having a wash and brush up

In my recent blogs, I have been talking about the birds in my garden and particularly the feral pigeons. Here in Kent that has been very little rain during April...

Having a wash and brush up in the wildlife garden

In my recent blogs, I have been talking about the birds in my garden and particularly the feral pigeons. Here in Kent that has been very little rain during April...

Armchair Naturalist - Wildlife during lockdown

As we are in a serious pandemic around the world at the moment due to Covid – 19 we have noticed that our towns, cities and villages have become quieter...

War Pigeons: The Role of Pigeons in Wartime Com...

Thursday, 7th May 2020 When the country awakens on the morning of Friday 8th May it will mark the 75th anniversary of the end of World War Two in Europe. The guns...

Armchair Naturalist - Nature is certainly makin...

During these uncertain times, more and more of us are turning to nature and the great outdoors as part of our daily exercise whilst following the government guidelines during the...

Armchair naturalists should also be nature dete...

We two armchair naturalists are fortunate insofar as birdlife is concerned. From the windows of our tiny cottage we can see much activity. We enjoy watching male and female blackbirds...

Armchair Naturalist - Why I never tire of watch...

On this glorious spring day, I am sitting by my pond. Now and again the breeze floats the exquisite scent of the bluebells over to me and I've just noticed...

Armchair Naturalist - Wildlife surveys

Several people have asked about surveys that they can take part in during lockdown. Obviously please do these within your gardens and don’t go endangering yourself. So as part of...

Celebrating Earth Day 2020: Tips for Supporting...

Wednesday, 22nd April 2020 On 22nd April every year, we are encouraged to celebrate Earth Day. First organised in 1970, it is the global effort to clean up habitats and promote environmental...

Building the des res aka a nest

This is my third armchair naturalist blog for Haith's. Last week I tended to concentrate on the larger birds in the garden so it seems only fair that the smaller...

Birdwatching from Home: My Isolation Experience...

I am working from home due to the unprecedented times of COVID-19 isolation stay at home rules and keeping myself safe, and protecting the NHS. There's just me and my...

Daily Exercise for Birds: How to Encourage Natu...

It is another sunny day here in Lincolnshire and I set off for my once a day daily exercise. Spring is in full swing now as the blossom trees are...

Armchair Naturalist - Nature notes from a Wilts...

Something has eaten the frog spawn in my pond! The usual suspects are the sharp-suited heron, the gorgeous glossy crows, and the very curious but cautious magpies. I’m glad to...

Exploring the Wild Side of Cleethorpes Town: A ...

Tuesday, 14th April 2020 It’s Sunday and through these uncertain times during the coronavirus pandemic, my husband and I are following the government guidelines and taking to exercising daily outdoors. We are...

Easter Birdwatching Observations: Insights from...

Sunday 12th April 2020 Easter, but it doesn’t feel like it because of the personal, national and global concern about Covid-19 and growing number of deaths. However, as the Queen...

Armchair Naturalist - Peacock Butterfly

I am carrying on with my series of armchair naturalist blogs, a series looking at enjoying the wildlife in my garden in collaboration with Haith’s. Today, I am looking at...

Armchair Naturalist - It’s That Time of Year Ag...

I live in a suburban garden, 90 feet long by 45 feet at the rear, narrower at the side of the house and with trees and hedging at the front....

Armchair Naturalist - An Introduction to Woodca...

Nature is oblivious to the current pandemic coronavirus which is affecting the world's human population, in a way that we could not envisage some months ago. Whilst handshaking high fives,...

The Importance of Keeping Bird Feeders Full: Ti...

In colder weather it’s a great help to birds by filling the bird feeder twice daily: in the morning and early afternoon is perfect. Equally important is the food we...

A Record Breaking Bird Food

Our new One for All™ bird food is breaking all records in my garden: it’s attracting more species than any bird seed recipe I’ve ever tested. It’s encouraging birds to...

Robin Bird: Identification, Behavior, and Feedi...

The Robin (Erithacus rubecula), is a small insectivorous passerine bird and is simply known as the robin or robin redbreast (due to the colour of its breast being bright red)...

Swallow: Identification and Behaviour

The Tree Sparrow (Passer montanus) is a passerine bird from the sparrow family. It is smaller than a House Sparrow, but its appearance is similar. Its chest is a chestnut-brown...

A Look at 'Straight' Bird Foods

Cheaper bird food mixes often contain large quantities of low-energy fillers such as wheat and milo. It's certainly worth spending a little more to avoid these cheaper fillers. Another way...

Capturing the Natural World Through a Lens: Tip...

I challenged my two boys to take a few photos on Sunday to see if they could capture nature and its surroundings during a family stroll into town. Here's the...

Wren Bird: Identification, Behavior, and Feedin...

The Wren (Troglodytes Troglodytes) is a small dumpy bird that is warm brown in colour with lighter shades of brown and cream, its wings are small and roundish and the...

Latest news: An elected fellow of The Linnean S...

Simon H King, Haith’s Associate Director has recently been elected a Fellow of The Linnean Society of London, the world’s oldest active biological society. The Society was founded in 1788...