Robin Bird & Nest Boxes

Robins are one of the UK’s most familiar and best-loved birds, known for their friendliness and trust around people. Yet, as natural nesting spots have declined, robins are increasingly reliant on safe, purpose-built homes. Our range of the best robin nest boxes are designed to mimic their preferred nesting conditions, sheltered, discreet, and open-fronted, giving these birds a secure place to raise their young year after year.

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  • robin nest pocket on white background Giant Robin Nest Pocket;Giant roost nesting pocket in a hedge

    Giant Robin Nest Pocket

    £9.50
    £9.50
    • Protective: provides safe overnight roost for small birds such as Wrens & Robins
    • Natural: sturdy inner frame surrounded by a brushwood covering
    • Warm: provides safety from harsh winds, wet weather and cold nights
  • Robin and Wren Nest Box Robin nest box on tree

    Apex Robin & Wren Nest Box

    £21.95
    £21.95
    • Wildlife-focused: specially designed for robins and wrens
    • Versatile: suitable to be mounted on a wall or tree
    • Practical and attractive: easy to use and maintain
  • Ark Cedar Robin & Blackbird Nest Box Open front bird nest box

    Ark Wood Bird Nest Box - Open Fronted

    £18.95
    £18.95
    • High-quality: made of long-lasting timber for durability and a high-quality finish
    • Attractive: deeper interior offers greater comfort to nesting birds.
    • Appealing: suitable for Robins, Blackbirds, Wagtails & Wrens
  • Giant roost pocket on white background Blue tits, robins and wrens all use roosting pockets;Giant Bird Roost Nesting Pocket

    Giant Roost Nest Pocket

    £9.95
    £9.95
    • Protective: provides safe overnight roost for small birds such as Wrens & Robins
    • Natural: sturdy inner frame surrounded by a brushwood covering
    • Warm: provides safety from harsh winds, wet weather and cold nights
  • Open Fronted Woodstone Robin Nest Box

    Woodstone Open Nest Box

    £23.95
    £23.95
    • High-quality: 10 year guarantee, constructed from durable WoodStone
    • Protective: predator-proof against woodpeckers, cats and squirrels
    • Practical: easy access front panel for cleaning & inspection
  • Schwegler 2H Open Nest Box Schwegler 2H Open Nest Box

    Schwegler 2H Open Nest Box

    £41.99
    £41.99
    • High-quality: constructed from long-lasting woodcrete
    • Protective: wall mounted and predator proof, ideal for Robins, Wagtails or Wrens
    • Practical: easy access front panel for cleaning & inspection
  • Apex Blackbird Nest Box; Blackbird nest box with deep cut viewing windows blue tit in nest box

    Apex Blackbird Nest Box

    £23.95
    £23.95
    • High-quality: constructed from 100% sustainable certified European timber
    • Specially designed: a deep nesting chamber with open sides for blackbird preference
    • Best-selling: great value, strong box, popular with blackbirds and robins

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Robin nest boxes provide a safe and comfortable home for robins in your garden. As robins will often return to the same nest, choosing a high-quality nest box will encourage these charming birds to return to your garden time and time again.

Why Robins Need Nest Boxes

Robins are natural opportunists when it comes to nesting. In the wild, they choose open-front cavities such as ivy banks, old tree stumps or gaps in outbuildings. But as gardens have become tidier and old structures removed, safe nesting spots are disappearing.

Adding a robin-friendly nest box offers them a secure alternative, a dry, sheltered place to build their snug mossy nests, away from predators and harsh weather. Well-designed boxes not only support breeding success but encourage robins to claim your garden as their territory and stay nearby throughout the year.

What Makes a Good Robin Nest Box?

Robins differ from most garden birds in their nesting habits, because they prefer a semi-open front rather than a small round hole. That means design, placement and protection all play a big role in attracting them.

Top Tips for Robin Nest Boxes

1. Open-Front Design

Look for open-front nest boxes or half-front panels. Robins need an open aspect to access their nest easily, but still with a degree of privacy and shade. Avoid standard tit-style boxes with small circular holes — they’re too enclosed for robins.

2. Discreet and Camouflaged

Position your robin box in a quiet, shaded area, ideally among climbing plants, ivy, or shrubs. Robins prefer low positions (1–2 m from the ground) and like to be concealed. A little natural cover helps them feel safe from predators such as cats and magpies.

Learn More: Where to Position Nest Boxes in Your Garden

3. Durable, Natural Materials

Choose sustainable naturally weatherproof wood, woodstone or woodcrete construction. Avoid thin or decorative boxes, they can overheat or rot quickly. Our range includes robust, breathable wooden boxes designed for long-term use.

4. Easy Access for Cleaning

A removable lid or hinged front makes cleaning simple once the breeding season ends (late September onwards). Robins frequently reuse nest boxes but not if old nests remain, so a good clean and tidy up helps prepare the nest box for the following spring.

Learn More: When and How to Clean Bird Nest Boxes

5. Weather Protection & Drainage

Good ventilation, a solid roof with generous overhang, and base drainage holes keep the interior dry and free from mould. These small details make a big difference to chick survival and nest box adoption.

Choosing the Best Robin Nest Box for Your Garden

Every garden is different and so are robins. Here’s how to choose the best option for your space:

  • Best lightweight robin nest box: Pouches and baskets are easy to mount in climbing plants or fences ideal for small gardens but will require additional natural weather protection.
  • Best insulated robin nest box: Wood-concrete and woodstone nest boxes help keep eggs and chicks warm in cold springs or shady gardens. They also prevent overheating for later summer broods.
  • Best large robin nest box: Provides extra depth and stability for repeat nesting and blackbird nest boxes work well too.
  • Best all-weather or heavy-duty box: Built for exposed or wet gardens where protection is key, wood-stone and woodcrete models are ideal for these locations.
  • Best easy-to-clean design: Features lift-up lid or hinged side panel for safe end-of-season maintenance.
  • Best robin nest box with camera: Due to the open fronted nature of robin nest boxes, often the option of an external camera pointing inward work best for observing robins raising their young without disturbance.

Our range of Robin Nest Boxes are designed with these principles in mind, combining craftsmanship, safety, and years of real-world testing, providing you with the best solution for every garden.

When Do Robins Nest?

Robins start exploring nest sites as early as February, with peak nesting from March to July. They typically raise two, and often up to three broods per season if conditions are good. Males are highly territorial, so even one successful pair in your garden can return year after year if their nesting spot feels secure.

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Do robins use nest boxes?

Yes, Robins frequently adopt open-fronted nest boxes that mimic their preferred wild sites.

What type of bird box do robins like?

Half-open fronts with partial cover, never small round holes.

Where should a robin nest box be placed?

1–2 metres high, shaded, and ideally sheltered by deep vegetation or fencing. Always ensure it is out of prevailing winds and direct sunshine.

When do robins nest in the UK?

From late February to July, occasionally later, with up to three broods per season.

How can I attract robins to a nest box?

Provide soft nesting materials such as moss or wool in sheltered spots. Provide food and water, but well away from the intended nesting area.

Why isn’t my robin nest box being used?

It may be too exposed, too open, or lack surrounding cover. If it's not been used within 2-years, repositioning can help. Read more in our guide: Siting Bird Nest Boxes

Should I clean out a robin nest box?

Yes, once breeding has ended (autumn to early winter). Remove old nests and debris and give it a good wash to remove any parasites or disease.

Do robins return to the same nest box?

If undisturbed and well-positioned, they often do but only when the old nest has been removed.

Can robins share a nest box?

No, robins are highly territorial. Only one pair will nest in an area.

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