The Big Garden Birdwatch is the perfect fun event for adults & kids to do together, and it's completely free! With Spring on the horizon, it is such a great opportunity to get out and about with you little ones. Whether it be in your garden or a loved one’s garden nothing beats, putting your wellies on, getting some fresh air and making memories.

More than half a million people took part in the RPSB Birdwatch in 2023, it is great fun for all the family & a free guide is provided when you sign up to take part! So, whether you’re a bird lover or don't know where to start, this event will support you along the way.

How to Get Involved in The RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch

The Big Garden Birdwatch will run from Friday 26th - Sunday 28th January 

To help you get prepared, why not create some inviting treats for the birds when they visit your garden... Follow the steps below to create a tasty bird feeder!

This activity can be done inside or outside!

To take part in our bird feeder challenge you will need:

  • Toilet roll tubes
  • String or wool
  • Peanut butter
  • Bird Seed
  • A tray or shallow bucket
  • Something to spread the peanut butter with – a blunt knife/spoon/ice lolly stick.

The video above from Regina Toilet Paper is a great example of how to follow the steps below:

Step 1

Sprinkle the seeds onto you tray or into your shallow bucket

Step 2

Using your tool of choice to spread peanut butter all over the outside of the cardboard tube. You’ll need good coverage so make sure you use lots of peanut butter!

Step 3

Roll the peanut butter covered toilet roll tube into the seeds. The best way to do this is to put a finger into each end of the tube and roll it back and forth. You can then use your fingers to sprinkle seeds onto any gaps.

Step 4

Cut a length of string or wool and thread to through the tube. Tie a generous loop.

Step 5

Explore your garden and find a branch to hang your bird feeder from. Be sure to watch out and see if the birds come and have a tasty snack!

If you take part in the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch, then why not share the fun post pictures on Instagram or Facebook – be sure to tag us so as we would love to see!

Also please do use our #WetWednesdaysFamily hashtag so that we can see what you have been up to!