Mey Duek, RSPB wildlife expert added: "For many of us, taking a few moments to enjoy the natural world and discover the wildlife we share our neighbourhoods with has offered an escape from the news. Whether it is watching birds out of the window or hearing their songs from your garden there is no question that it is relaxing to enjoy nature. And studies have shown that this is good for both our physical and mental health. "Unfortunately the UK's wildlife is disappearing, but our gardens can help reverse this. If you have been enjoying the sights and sounds of our birds and insects or have noticed wildlife is less common than you remember, you can help. We have worked with Barratt Homes to produce a simple guide to wildlife friendly gardening, along with tips and ideas for everyone whether you have a garden or window box. You do not need a big garden or lots of money to do this, and you will be helping the birds in your area." Bringing Your Garden to Life is available to download here: https://www.barratthomes.co.uk/campaigns/ giving-nature-a-barratt-home/ https://www.dwh.co.uk/campaigns/providing-ahome-for-nature-to-thrive-in/
Barratt Developments, owner of Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes, aims to be the leading national sustainable housebuilder. Through its partnership with the RSPB, launched in 2014, the company seeks to design and landscape its developments and green spaces in an ecological and nature-friendly way. The five star developer also runs a nationwide programme to create RSPB approved wildlife-friendly gardens for its show homes, such as Ladden Garden Village, Yate, from Barratt and David Wilson Homes. Chris Burton, West regional managing director, Barratt Developments Plc said: "With both the pace and place of life massively changed due to the current lockdown, combined with the arrival of spring, lots of us are watching wildlife like never before. So we're delighted to be able to continue this work by sharing some simple tips on giving nature a home with all of our customers, whether you're living in urban apartments, town houses or semi-rural developments." "Through our long-standing partnership with the RSPB, the UK's largest conservation charity, we have made it our mission to improve the way in which nature and wildlife are incorporated into our new communities. So we're delighted to be able to continue this work by sharing some simple tips on giving nature a home with all of our customers, whether you're living in urban apartments, town houses or semi-rural developments."
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