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Bells for Birds

Derbyshire Swift Conservation are excited to be working with Derbyshire Wildlife Trust and Derby Nature Collective this Spring as our Swifts return from Africa to fill our skies. Their numbers are declining, but together we can help. Bells for Birds is a growing Derbyshire born tradition inviting communities to celebrate the Swifts' return by ringing bells, sharing sightings, and making more space for these birds in our urban environment.

"What began with bell-ringing at two Derby churches has blossomed into a wider vision: for schools, churches, community groups and neighbourhoods to use bells, sightings, and shared events to reconnect people with nature, and help secure a future for swifts in our towns."                                 Source: https://www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/bells-birds

 

How to take part:

  • Eyes to the skies: watch for Swifts arriving in May

  • Share on social media: Ring a bell when you spot your first Swift of the year and share photos & videos on Social Media using the campaign hashtag #BellsForBirds

  • Log your sightings: on our Swift Mapper below and on the Biological Records Centre website

  • Spread the word: Encourage your local church, school or community group to take part

  • Get creative! Start a Swift project - art, parades, posters & more

  • Make space for Swifts: install nest boxes, swift bricks, and grow insect friendly gardens.

 

 

To log your Swift sightings on our Padlet above, click on the '+post' button in the bottom right hand corner to add your sighting - please include number of Swifts and location. 

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