Art of bathing

Once you’ve factored in delivery from Germany, this Bauhausesque bird bath and feeding station doesn’t come cheep, but it is very smart. And, no, they don’t include the suet ball. Vogeltranke Bird Bath, E152.50, Opossum Design ( www. opossumdesign. com)

Take the plunge

Put this on top of a tree stump and see if the birdies like it. Or keep it in the house and use as a nibble bowl.

Glazed Terracotta Bird Bath, £ 18, National Trust Shop ( www. shop. nationaltrust. org. uk)