Bird boxes come in various sizes and designs and there sure will be one which fits your garden and will suit your local birds.

How to make a Bird Box
How to make a Bird Box

There are many books on how to care for birds and with detailed plans and instructions on how to build a basic bird box for your blue tits or for a super fancy townhouse for your robins.

Bird boxes are a very valuable asset to any wildlife friendly garden as it not only provides a safe place to nest, but also provides a warm place to sleep during the cold winter months. It's true! I have seen a blue tit entering a bird box late at night.

The RSPB does bird box building days on some of their reserves, so you can find out if there is one near you or you can visit their website for plans and instructions here