DIY insect hotels: what are they and why make one? When you put an insect hotel in your garden, you are actively welcoming these beautiful little creatures which are extremely beneficial for the wellbeing of all your garden plants. This DIY insect hotel, also known as a bug hotel

Build a bug hotel from your old recycling and encourage more wildlife to visit your garden. This post also includes a free printable checklist that you can download and save to take with you on your next walk - it'll help you collect the right fillers for your bug hotel that the insects will love. This a cheap, easy DIY project for kids and a great way to teach children about the environment, the world around them and about biodiversity. #earthday #earthweek #biodiversity #recycling #upcycle

Build your own bug mansion and attract a multitude of creepy crawlies to your garden.

By providing food and water in your garden, you can encourage native bees to visit and by making them a bee hotel, you can encourage them to stay. Why is this important? Bee’s are crucial po…

Make your own bug hotel using natural materials to attract ladybugs, bees, and other beneficial insects to the garden.

If you're building the frame from scratch, create a simple box shape using wooden planks. Nail or staple the planks together securely. Make sure the front is

Building an insect hotel with kids is a great activity to learn about nature and help insects. Kids learn lots building a bee hotel.

Make a DIY bug hotel using natural materials to attract ladybugs, bees, and other beneficial insects to the garden. Help create a safe habitat for insects.

We have seen a couple locally and have always been intrigued. There is a huge one at the Horniman gardens, and another in Mayow Park behind the Brown & Green cafe. After a bit of digging my parents…