Fwd: Swift boxes

[Bernard Killeen]

This was sent to me today. I have asked Lauren to drop in on Wednesday to let us know what she is looking for. 

Bernard

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Subject:	Swift boxes
Resent-Date:	Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:00:44 +0100
Resent-From:	ch...@derbymakers.co.uk
Date:	Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0100
From:	SavetheSwiftsLittleover <savetheswif...@gmail.com>
To:	ch...@derbymakers.co.uk

Hello Max,

I'd like to introduce myself as Lauren.  I'm in the process of hopefully setting up a swift conservation initiative in Littleover to help reverse the decline of this  species.  I'm working on this in collaboration with Derbyshire Swift Conservation.

I came across the Derby Makers website and thought about a potential partnership regarding swift boxes, since you have members that enjoy making things. 

I have dimensions for swift boxes and can provide details of the type of wood and a template.

Would you be available for an in person meeting to discuss further? 

I have attached a leaflet with details of a swift talk and walk that I have organised in order to raise awareness of swifts in Littleover.

Wild Wishes,

Lauren Widdowson

Save the Swifts Littleover 

savetheswif...@gmail.com

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[Al Johnson]

I guess they're after people to make nesting boxes for those who want to
put one up but can't make their own. The RSPB design uses 15mm exterior
ply, and is pretty simple.

https://www.rspb.org.uk/helping-nature/what-you-can-do/activities/create-a-high-home-for-swifts

It reminds me of the rotten bird box on the tree at the corner of our
shed base - I wonder how many others they put up at the same time, and
whether they want some more. The RSPB site has designs for different
species.

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[Bill Howcroft]

Bat boxes are fairly straightforward too.

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