A Barn Owl nestbox in a building is by far the best option.
More about indoor Barn Owl boxes.
How to make a Barn Owl nestbox – step by step photo instructions:
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- 1. Study this one a while; it not only shows you how to cut up the sheet of ply most economically but also shows you where the battens are attached to each piece before final assembly.
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- 2. We use 30mm screws for fixing into the ‘flat’ side of a batten but nails and/or glue are both possible.
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- 3. We use 40mm screws for fixing into the ‘edge’ of a batten.
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- 4. Start by screwing the front to one of the sides. Note the batten across the side which will eventually take the Exercise Platform screws.
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- 5. An electric drill-driver really speeds things up!
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- 6. Now fit the second side. Check that both sides are the right way up.
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- 7. Four or five screws along each edge should suffice.
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- 8. Now fit the back in the same way.
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- 9. Screwing the back on.
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- 10. Now fit the bottom BUT …
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- 11. 40mm screws are too long for screwing into the ‘flat side’ of a batten – use 30mm for this.
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- 12. Be careful not to miss the batten. We don’t want any sharp ends sticking through.
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- 13. For fitting the Exercise Platform, use 50mm screws.
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- 14. Check that it is level before the second screw goes in and check the second side too.
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- 15. Remember to stick a few 30mm screws in here. It will stop an owl getting its talon caught in the gap that would open up over time.
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- 16. Now the removable lid goes on (it is not fixed).
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- 17. The lid is for nest inspections and eventual clearing out. It should lift easily with one finger.
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- 18. Job done – simple!
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