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Simple things you can do to help wildlife

From building a bug hotel to creating a garden pond, here are some ideas for things you can do yourself to help wildlife.

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How to make a new build garden for wildlife

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How to create a hedgehog hole

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How to build a hedgehog home

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How to plant a tree

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How to feed birds in your garden

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What to feed hedgehogs and badgers

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How to provide water for wildlife

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How to build a nesting box for birds

gravel garden

How to make a gravel garden for wildlife

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How to make a hedge for wildlife

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How to make a woodland edge garden for wildlife

How to make a shrub garden for wildlife

How to make a shrub garden for wildlife

How to do companion planting

How to do companion planting

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How to take part in a citizen survey

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How to help wildlife at school

How to make a costal garden

How to make a coastal garden

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How to help wildlife at work

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How to make a Christmas wreath for birds

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How to have an eco-Christmas

Build a pond

How to create a mini pond

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How to clean nestboxes and bird feeders

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