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Welcome some birds into your garden with a bird bath. You’ll provide them with a reliable source of water to drink from and bathe in <\/p>

By Klaudia Mihalova\n <\/p>

Published: Thursday, 11 January 2024 at 10:00 AM<\/p>

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Watching wildlife<\/a> enjoy the garden as much as you do is a wonderful thing, and providing plants for birds<\/a>, plus supplementary food and water is an easy way to encourage feathered visitors. A bird bath is one of the best ways to attract birds to your garden<\/a>.<\/p>

While many of us put out bird food<\/a> in bird feeders<\/a>, bird tables<\/a> and bird boxes<\/a>, many of us forget to provide water. Birds need bird baths to drink from but also to bathe in \u2013 essential to keep their feathers clean and for preening. Water is especially important in winter and summer, when natural sources may be frozen or dried up.<\/p>

If you want to encourage more wildlife into your garden, take a look at our guides to helping hedgehogs<\/a> and building a hedgehog house<\/a>. And to get a closer look, consider check out our recommended bird watching kits for kids<\/a> and wildlife cameras<\/a>.<\/p>

Skip ahead to our buyer’s guide for more information on choosing and setting up a bird bath<\/a><\/strong><\/p>

10 of the best bird baths<\/h2>

Buy from Gardenesque (\u00a3199.99)<\/a><\/p>

Dimensions: 63cm x 53cm x 63cm. Weight: 26 kg<\/p>

This Gardenesque freestanding bird bath has a weathered, antique finish that would look at home in any garden, whether it is traditional or more contemporary. Nestle it within a border, or stand it on a patio or lawn area as a focal point. <\/p>

This bird bath is made from clay that is sturdy and frost-proof. The dish is detachable and has rough, sloping sides that are easy for birds to grip. It’s worth adding a few pebbles at the base to accommodate smaller birds that prefer a shallower depth.<\/p>

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Stake bird bath <\/strong><\/h3>
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Dimensions: Height 100cm, width 23cm<\/p>

A stake bird bath is easy to sink into a border and easy to move around if necessary. This bath from Crocus has a bird perch over a cast aluminium bowl, which can be filled with water or food and removed for easy cleaning. <\/p>

Available in a range of colours including white, pale green and grey.<\/p>

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Nature Oasis Bird Bath & Drinker<\/strong><\/h3>
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This classic bird bath looks like stone but is in fact 100% recycled and made from a frost-proof material called Polyboo. Plastic and natural bamboo fibres form the material that\u2019s said to be both weighty and robust but also allow flex for coping with changing temperatures. <\/p>

Designed to be a safe depth for small birds to bathe in, the shallow steps around the edge of this bird bath should also allow pollinators to access the water. Patterned outer edges add to the natural stone look. This is a budget-friendly bird bath for the sustainably minded. Place it on the ground if you garden is free of visiting cats, or stand on a table or bench.<\/p>

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Gardman Aura Wild Bird Bath<\/h3>
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Dimensions: 10.5cm x 38.5cm x 38.5cm<\/p>

If you’re looking for a contemporary bird bath, look no further than the Gardman Aura Wild Bird Bath. Part of the contemporary Aura range of bird accessories from Gardman, it has a beautiful polished bronze-effect bowl and tripod legs. It would add a stunning contemporary touch to your a small or modern garden, or even a balcony. <\/p>

No tools are required for quick and easy assembly – just twist the legs together, and then screw on the top. This bird bath won the \u2018Best New Product\u2019 award for the wild bird care category at the garden industry GLEE tradeshow in 2021.<\/p>

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Bonnlo Wild Bird Bath<\/h3>

Buy from Christow (\u00a319.99)<\/a><\/p>

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Dimensions: 71cm x 50cm x 38cm. Depth of bath: 6cm.<\/p>

With its weathered look and fleur-de-lis motifs, this attractive bird bath has an aged patina and an antique look, but is actually made of modern, high density resin. <\/p>

It is both durable and weather proof. The hollow stand can be filled with sand, rocks or water to make it more heavy and sturdy \u2013 useful if your garden is prone to winds. <\/p>

Three stakes are included that can be sunk into the ground to hold the base steady, too. It is easy to assemble and clean. It’s worth adding a few pebbles at the base to accommodate smaller birds.<\/p>

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Rainbow Flight Bowl<\/strong><\/h3>
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Dimensions: H10cm x W42cm x L42cm<\/p>

This rainbow sandstone bird bath is a warmly coloured and decorative way to invite birds into your outdoor space. Rainbow sandstone has natural striations that differ in shade, design and colour. <\/p>

This bird bath is carved from a single block of sandstone \u2013 a unique centrepiece that\u2019s seamless and smooth. The bowl is relatively lightweight and can therefore be moved easily around. <\/p>

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