Summer is always an exciting time of year - the days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer, and its time to pack away the winter jumpers and break out the summer wardrobe! 

While this may seem like cause for celebration, remember hot weather can be dangerous - so if you are planning to take advantage of the sunshine, be sure to grab a sun hat and slap on some sun cream before you head to the beach.

Arguably more important than providing food for our garden birds is ensuring they have access to fresh, clean water for bathing and drinking.

You'd be forgiven for thinking that their need for water is met elsewhere, particularly if you live near a river or lake, but these large bodies of water don't always suit smaller birds.

Providing a bird bath is a great way to attract birds into your garden. If you have a water feature or running water, they will thank you all the more!

Bird baths add both beauty and functionality to your garden and come in various shapes and sizes. However, choosing the right garden bird bath can be challenging. An ornamental bird bath might bring an artistic touch to your garden, but the main function of a bird bath is to give birds a safe place to bathe, drink water, and clean their feathers. The best bird bath needs to be capable of all of this.

So, what is the best bird bath for your garden? Let's find out.