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11 charming bird baths that belong in a cottage garden
Attract feathered friends to your garden
We love finding ways to encourage more wildlife into the garden. From building hedgehog habitats to bug hotels, it’s always worth thinking of ways to create a welcoming environment for back garden visitors.
Bird baths are a fantastic invitation for a mix of winged friends to drop into your garden – think robins, blue jays, sparrows, finches and blue tits. You’ll be able to provide birds with a reliable hydration source, as well as a quiet resting spot to preen their feathers.
If you’re looking to create a garden that feels more magical, these charming bird baths look like they were plucked straight from a storybook. You’ll find our favourite buys below.
This bronze bird bath has an antique feel and will complement the surrounding greenery. It’s easy to install in soil thanks to its five-pronged base.
This classic stone bird bath has two intricately carved barn owls on its stand. The charming design is bound to get compliments (and plenty of feathered visitors!).
Inspired by colourful peacock feathers, this bright bird bath will look stylish on your patio. Just remember to store it indoors over winter to stop the glass cracking in frosty weather.
Sometimes, a classic design brings the most charm. This resin bird bath resembles an antique statue, with a wide base and large bowl that gives birds plenty of space to bathe in.
While a little pricier than others, we love this whimsical design. Place it in a sunny spot and solar-powered water will flow over the umbrella, creating the illusion that the family of ducks beneath it are sheltering from the rain.
GardenKraft Bird Bath with Built-In Planter
GardenKraft Bird Bath with Built-In Planter
This two-in-one design combines a planter with a bird bath. Two little winged friends perch on the edge, too, encouraging other feathered visitors to join them.
waabose Handmade Metal Flower Garden Stake Bird Bath
waabose Handmade Metal Flower Garden Stake Bird Bath
This three-pack of metal poppies will bring plenty of colour to the garden, while providing a spot for small birds, butterflies and other pollinators to rest.
Attract small birds with this colourful bird bath that looks like it’s been plucked straight from a fairytale. It has a simple pronged base which should keep it stable in soil.
Garden Mile Large Solar Bird Bath with Planter
Garden Mile Large Solar Bird Bath with Planter
Combining three features in one – a planter, bird bath, and solar light – this is the ultimate pit stop for any winged friends. The light charges throughout the day and switches on automatically at night, creating a gorgeous warm glow.
Burgess Home & Garden Twist Bird Bath Feeder Stone Statue
Burgess Home & Garden Twist Bird Bath Feeder Stone Statue
A classic for a reason. This twisted stone bird bath will bring a vintage feel to your back garden. It’s weighty at 15kg, but once in place, will create a timeless resting spot for the birds.
Crystals Set of 2 Cast Iron Sunflower Garden Bird Baths
Crystals Set of 2 Cast Iron Sunflower Garden Bird Baths
This pretty two-pack provides visitors with a feeding and hydration spot. Shaped like bright sunflowers, it will also bring colour and character to your garden, too.
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