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Suitable for solitary bees

Suitable for lacewings

Suitable for ladybirds

Suitable for Butterflies & Moths

Suitable for Bumble Bees

Do insects really use bug houses?

Watch our short video showing a fascinating leafcutter bee making use of the Wildforms hanging bug house.
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leafcutter bee

Siting - Site in a warm, sunny, sheltered position, out of prevailing winds and close to vegetation. The hanging bug house can be hung from trees, arches or pergolas. The wall bug houses can be hung on a fence or wall. If aphids are a problem on a particular plant, such as roses, cherry trees or runner beans, then site your bug house nearby. (Instructions are included with all bug houses.)


insect hotel

Insect Hotel- £19.99

Multi Bug House with metal roof. Ideal habitat for solitary bees, ladybirds, lacewings etc..

Hang in a sunny south facing position.

Dimensions: 19 x 14.5 x 32cms.

Item number FF28


Bee habitat s

Bee House- £9.99

Treated softwood hanging Bee House with metal roof. Ideal habitat for solitary bees to lay their eggs.

Hang in a sunny south facing position.

Dimensions: 12 x 12 x 20cms.

Item number FF02


Bee shaped house s

Bee Shaped Bee House- £9.99

Treated softwood hanging Bee House in the shape of a bee. Ideal habitat for solitary bees to lay their eggs.

Hang in a sunny south facing position.

Dimensions: 17 X 15 X 8cms.

Item number FF01


Ladybird habitat s

Softwood Ladybird House- £9.99

 Treated softwood Ladybird House with metal roof. Ideal habitat for ladybirds to shelter and hibernate.
Opening front door for inspection and for putting dried leaves, straw or corrugated cardboard for ladybirds to hide in.
Dimensions: 18 X 10 X 23cms.

Item number FF03


wildlife world ladybird tower

Ladybird Tower with pole- £10.99

 The Ladybird Tower has a central chamber filled with natural material. There are many holes drilled at an upward angle for the insects to reach the insulated and safe inner chamber. If necessary a roof panel may be removed for inspection or cleaning. SITING There is a ground pole provided so the tower is easy to site into lawns, sheltered flower beds, wooded glades or even in planters. Site out of prevailing winds in a warm spot. The tower may be used to release larvae with food source. FSC

Item number WW02


Naturegard bug box

Naturegard Bug House- £14.99

Softwood Bug Box suitable for many garden insects including ladybirds, bees and lacewings.
Provides a snug safe home where bugs can shelter.
 Colour may vary.

Item number WF152


bee log s

Pollinating Bee Log - £16.95

This Pollinating Bee Log is the natural home for Mason Bees and other Solitary Bees as well as a variety of over wintering insects. Vital for pollinating fruit, vegetables, herbs and flowers, these bees are non swarming and non aggressive . The Log is designed to give good insulation and is filled with natural nesting tubes for the bees. With strengthened seagrass hanging ropes.

Item number FF02


ladybird attractant

Ladybird Food / Attractant- £2.95

Up to 4 months supply of attractant / food for ladybirds. Ideal for using with our Bug Houses

Item number WF64


Softwood Bumblebee Box - £19.95

bumblebee habitat s

Small Double chamber Bumble Bee Nest Box made from treated softwood (pale green).

Dimensions 28.8 X 17.3 X 15.5cms.

Item number FF05


Butterfly Houses and Feeders

Butterfly house with feeder

Wildlife World Butterfly house with Feeder- £17.95 

This attractive Butterfly Habitat combines a safe over wintering and interative habitat with a central feed station. The central feed sponge can be charged with a sugar/water solution to encourage and help butterflies or it can be soaked with Wildlife World Butterfly Attractant to encourage colourful butterflies (with the exception of the Cabbage White) to the feed station/habitat. Butterflies will use the house for roosting. H. 330mm W. 160mm D. 140mm

Item number WW22


Butterfly habitat s

 Softwood Butterfly Box - £14.99 

Treated softwood (pale green)butterfly box with metal roof, designed to protect our delicate butterflies, providing an overnight roost during summer and a place to hibernate in winter.

Inspection door to clean the box or add attractant and twigs for them.

Dimensions 14.5 X 19 X 32.5 cms

Item number FF08


Naturegard buterfly house

Naturegard Butterfly Haven- £14.99

Softwood Butterfly House with viewing panels and perches for the butterflies.
Provides Shelter during harsh weather conditions and for hibernation.
Suitable for many species.
 

Item number WF146


Butterfly bee nectar feeder

Wildlife World Butterfly , Bee & Moth Nectar Feeder- £5.99 

The Butterfly/Bee Nectar Feeder can be sited in a sheltered area of the garden to attract and feed Butterflies & Moths (may also help early pollinating Bees to survive) The sheltered sponge feeder is charged with sugar/water, Butterfly Food or Attractant and the sponge can be removed for cleaning. Instructions included.H. 180mm W. 115mm D. 80mm

Item number WW26


butterfly feeder

Hanging Butterfly Nectar Feeder- £7.99 

The Butterfly Nectar Feeder can be sited in a sheltered area of the garden to attract and feed Butterflies & Moths The container can be filled with sugar/water or Butterfly Food and pieces of fruit can be put on the spikes on the top. This feeder can be hung from the hook or put on a cane to place amongst the flowers in your border.

Item number FF29


butterfly food

Butterfly Food - £2.95

Butterfly Food with added essential Vitamins suitable for wild butterflies, moths or bred butterflies. Mix with water and pour onto feed sponge or butterfly feeder.

Item number WW23


Wildforms Beneficial Bug Houses

Our Wildforms Beneficial Bug houses are made of durable oak off cuts and wood from sustainable sources,(unlike others that are often made of softwood or ply and will not last long) and bamboo. They are not treated, and should not be treated, as this would harm the very creatures you are trying to attract. They are designed for year round use and can be used during summer for egg laying and a place to hibernate during winter. Ladybird/Lacewing attractant can be used to attract them to your house.

Wildforms oak hanging bug home

Wildforms Oak Ladybird Hanging Bug House- £12.95

This hanging bug box is designed to attract beneficial garden bugs such as ladybirds, lacewing and mason bees. Made of durable oak offcuts and bamboo.Height approx 14cm, width approx 19cm.

Click here to see this bug house in action...

Item number WF60


Wildforms wall fence bug home

Wildforms Oak Wall/Fence Beneficial Bug House - £14.95

This wall or fence mounting bug box is designed to attract beneficial garden bugs such as ladybirds, lacewing and mason bees. Made of durable oak and bamboo.Height approx 20cm, width approx 18cm.

Sorry out of stock

Item number WF61


Wildforms multi bug home

Wildforms Oak Wall/Fence Multi Bug House - £22.95

This wall or fence mounting bug box is designed to attract beneficial garden bugs such as ladybirds, lacewing, mason bees and butterflies. Made of durable oak and bamboo.The top and bottom compartments can be opened for viewing. Height approx 27cm, width approx 18cm.

Described as “The Ultimate Bug House” in Inside Out Magazine, May 2006

Item number WF63


Wildforms Butterfly house

Wildforms Oak Butterfly House *WITH FREE BUTTERFLY POSTCARD* - £19.95

Free butterfly identification postcard

This wall or fence mounting butterfly box is designed to protect our delicate butterflies, providing an overnight roost during summer and a place to hibernate in winter. Made of durable oak, its roof is removable and there is a perspex viewing lid so you dont disturb the occupants. This can also be removed to clean the box or add attractant.Height approx 26cm, width approx 22cm. The species most likely to use this house are Peacock, Small Tortoiseshell and Comma.

Sorry out of stock

Item number WF62


Wildforms Oak Bumblebee Box with Laminated Guide to Bumblebees - £25.00

Wildforms oak bumblebee hose

Double chamber Bumble Bee Nest Box made from durable oak with perspex viewing panels and hinged pitched lid. Nesting material /instructions are included. Now comes with fold out laminated guide to bumblebees.

Sorry out of stock

Item number WF109


Bug Lovers Gifts

Little bug locket

Little Bug Locket - £1.95 each

Slip the nylon necklace over your head and begin your insect excursion. Constructed of clear, high-impact plastic for 360 degree views of your insect, or anything else you'd like to keep safe and snug.

Magnifier in lid.

Ages 4 & up.

Item number IL01


Creature Peeper

Creature Peeper Magnifier - £4.99 each

Keep your creatures for a peep, then let them go! This kid-and-bug friendly viewer is easy to use, and lets kids study their catches up close from two views: above and below!
Features over and under 3X magnifiers, snug-fitting, escape proof creature viewing chamber, and a stable and durable magnifier base. Peep at ladybirds, frogs, worms - anything a young scientist can find!

Item number IL02


bug jar

Best Ever Bug Jar - £2.99 each

This is the best bug jar ever! Designed with your creatures comfort in mind, the bug jar's unique "air-flow" breathable mesh lid allows your bug to enjoy peaceful, easy breathing. And after you've had quality time with your bug, just unscrew the easy-to-grip leafy lid and let your creature loose - outside of course! Also suitable for taking rock pooling.
Ages 4 and up.

Item number IL03


Port a bug

Pop-up Port A Bug - £4.99 each

Observe butterflies, ladybugs, and other friendly creatures in the airy mesh habitat, then let them go! Compress the Port-A-Bug back into its pouch, clip it to your hip, and you're ready to explore some more! Features lightweight and escape proof ventilated mesh, convenient nylon carrying handle. Great for field trips, and insect excursions. Winner of the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award. Ages 4 and up.

Item number IL04


bug viewer s

Insect Studying Jar - £2.99 each

Insect Study Jay with magnifying glass in lid. Just open the screw to lid, place your bug inside and close the lid.

Be sure to let your bug go as soon as you have finished.

7 DIA X 6 CM. Age 5+.

Item number FF10


pooter s

Suck A Bug Pooter - £3.99 each

This jar is like a vacuum cleaner for insects. They can easily be sucked into the jar without being harmed and without you having to pick them up.

They can then be viewed with the six times magnifying glass in thetop and released safely when you have finished.
Approx 7 X 21 X 20 CM

Item number FF11


Spider Frame

Garden Spider Web Frame - £6.99 each

Just place the spider web frame in any natural setting, and watch spiders spin intricate and interesting webs through the frame's window. Features a special spider-friendly hideaway to keep your spider safe.

Instruction guide comes with lots of educational information on spiders and webs.

For ages 4 and up.

Item number IL05


About bugs kit

Flights of Fancy About Bugs Kit - £9.99

Heres a chance for everyone to learn about bugs, insects & Spiders too!
24 identification cards, magnified collection jar, cloth net, notepad and pencil to record your finds.
Full instructions.

Item number WFF08


IL Butterfly Feeder s

Butterfly Feeder - £3.99 each

 Insect Lore's butterfly feeder makes attracting and caring for butterflies easy! Bright colours and elegant design make it super-functional - at least the butterflies think so! This specially-coloured feeder hangs in the garden, drawing butterflies for observation. Includes pop-out butterfly-shaped feeder cork, hanging arm and drinking sponges and directions for creating your own butterfly nectar. Attract wild butterflies to your garden with this field-tested butterfly feeder!
Ages 3+

Item number IL19


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