Help Wild Birds and Wildlife Thrive This Spring

Spring is such a vibrant time of year, and so welcome after a cold, wet winter!  There’s something special about this time of year. Birds are pairing up, hedgehogs are stirring from their winter rest, and squirrels are suddenly everywhere, full of purpose. Spring is a busy, bustling time, and for our British wildlife it is hungry work!

We have what you need to help wild birds and animals get into excellent nesting and breeding condition, all either included in our up to 25% off offer or special offer prices, and all with free UK delivery.

Helping Nesting Birds and Baby Chicks

As eggs are formed and chicks hatch, parent birds need high-energy food with extra protein, healthy fats and vital minerals. Offering high-quality, natural feed can make all the difference.  We recommend our Essential Spring and Summer Wild Bird Seed Mix, containing vitamins, minerals, proteins and trace elements needed for high quality egg production and fledgling growth.

A balanced mix such as All in One Super Premium Wild Bird Food provides energy and variety for a wide range of species, while Sunflower Hearts are rich in oils and easy to digest; perfect for busy adults flying back and forth to the nest.

Adding Dried Mealworms gives an important protein boost during chick-rearing season, helping young birds grow strong and well-feathered.

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One small but very important step; give bird tables and feeders a regular clean. A quick wash with warm, soapy water and a thorough rinse helps keep feeding areas fresh and safe, reducing the chance of passing on unwanted bugs between visitors. Think of it as good garden hospitality!

Baby Hedgehogs

Hedgehogs emerging from hibernation need nourishing, species-appropriate food to rebuild strength before raising young hoglets.  Human food and bird food can be dangerous for hedgehogs, they have specific needs to meet.  Thankfully our specially prepared hedgehog food - https://brittenandjames.com/hedgehog-food - provides the right balance of protein and fats for healthy growth, and the right ratio of calcium to phosphorus to protect them from Metabolic Bone Disease.

Baby Squirrels

Calcium is particularly important for pregnant squirrels and growing kits, alongside dedicated squirrel food - https://brittenandjames.com/british-wildlife/squirrels. Cuttlefish bone is a simple, natural way to provide extra calcium. It supports strong bones and helps keep constantly growing teeth in good order.

Help More By Doing Less!

Before you reach for the rake, consider leaving parts of your garden untamed throughout Spring. Seed heads, leaf piles and long grass provide nesting material, shelter and valuable insect life. What may appear a little messy is often a lifeline to wildlife.

By combining high quality nutrition, fresh water, clean feeding spaces and a welcoming garden, you’re creating a safe place for birds to fledge, hedgehogs to forage and squirrels to raise healthy young.  Getting to watch the next generation take its first steps is a very special reward!  Feel free to share your photos with us by email, Facebook or Instagram, we all love to see them.

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