The Timber Dormouse Box is designed to provide suitable nesting habitat for hazel dormice. Developed in line with current expert guidance, it offers a secure space that can be used for resting, breeding, shelter or overwintering.
The entrance hole is positioned on the rear of the box, facing the tree trunk. Two spacer bars across the back keep the box slightly away from the trunk, allowing safe access while reducing exposure. A lift-off roof enables monitoring by licensed and experienced personnel.
Constructed from FSC-certified spruce wood and finished with a water-based varnish, the box is suitable for installation in woodland, hedgerows and dense garden planting.
Key Features
- Rear-facing entrance (approx. 30 mm round) positioned towards the tree trunk
- Spacer bars on rear panel to maintain access gap
- Lift-off roof for monitoring
- Suitable for use as nesting, breeding or winter shelter
- FSC-certified spruce construction
Suitable Species
- Hazel Dormouse
- European Edible Dormouse
Siting Guidance
- Install approximately 1.5 metres above ground
- Position with entrance hole facing the tree trunk
- Best located in dense shrubs or trees with climbing plants such as honeysuckle or ivy
- Install multiple boxes around 15 metres apart
- When installing several boxes, vary heights to create different microclimates
No screws or fixings are supplied.
Maintenance
Annual cleaning is not normally required. If inspection shows the nest to be damp or mouldy, the box can be cleaned. Monitoring should only be undertaken by experienced and licensed individuals.
Specifications
- Outer dimensions: 15 x 19 x 18 cm
- Inner dimensions: 10 x 13 x 11 cm
- Weight: approximately 2 kg
- Material: FSC spruce wood
- Colour: Natural
Please note: Hazel dormice are legally protected. They must not be handled or disturbed without the appropriate licence.
Width 13cm
Height 18cm
Depth 14cm
The box should be sited about 1.5 metres from the ground.
Please note: Dormice are endangered and therefore have legal protection. They really need our help but must not be handled unless you have a licence to do so.
Delivery & Returns
Shipping is calculated at checkout based on order weight, product type and delivery postcode. Prices exclude VAT.
Delivery times
| UK mainland | 1 to 3 working days for orders placed before 2pm |
| Scotland, Northern Ireland & UK offshore areas | 2 to 5 working days for orders placed before 2pm |
| Europe | 3 to 5 working days for orders placed before 2pm |
| Rest of world | 7 to 14 working days for orders placed before 2pm |
Delivery costs
UK mainland: delivery starts from £7.92.
Highlands and Islands: delivery starts from £25.
Northern Ireland: delivery starts from £20, rising to £90 for orders up to 60kg.
Larger orders, pallet deliveries and some offshore or international deliveries may require a quote.
For European orders, please visit wildcare.eu, call +33 (0)4 65 65 00 05 or email [email protected].
Need it by a certain date?
Please tell us when ordering. For urgent orders, call 01451 833181.
Returns
If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us within 5 working days.
A Returns Number may be required before sending goods back. Call 01451 833181 or email [email protected].
Please see our full returns policy for more information.
