DIY Insect Hotel Workshop

Make your very own bug hotel to take home
As part of Westmeath Climate Action & Biodiversity Week, and supported by Westmeath County Council, this workshop highlights small, practical actions we can take to protect and encourage local wildlife.

These small structures provide vital shelter for beneficial insects like solitary bees, ladybirds, and other pollinators, offering safe spaces to nest and hibernate. By creating these habitats, you’re helping to restore balance in local ecosystems, support pollination, and encourage natural pest control.

In this relaxed and creative session, you’ll use a mix of natural and reclaimed materials to design and build your own bug hotel to take home. We’ll guide you step by step, and share tips on where to place it for the best results.

Suitable for all ages, this workshop is a great way to connect with nature, get creative, and make a positive impact.

✨ All materials provided
✨ Children welcome but must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times

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