This plan builds a simple wooden nest box for pigeons, like the one pictured below, for about $30 in materials, not including tools.
Recommended Tools:
- Mitre saw
- Circular saw
- Drill
- Screwdriver
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Safety glasses
- Spirit level
| Estimated cost: |
|---|
| $30 (prices will vary depending on your location) |
Pigeon Nest Box PDF
If you’d prefer to download and print off a PDF of our nest box plans and cut list so you have a working copy then you can do so by clicking the button below:
Pigeon Nest Box Cut List
Ensure that you have all the lumber and plywood listed below cut to the correct size before you start assembling the nest box.
| Name | Material | Property | Length | Width | Quantity | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P1 | Plywood 1” | Cutout | 19 3/8″ | 24 7/16″ | 1 | Back |
| P2 | Plywood 1” | 22 1/4″ | 12″ | 1 | Top left | |
| P3 | Plywood 1” | 21 1/4″ | 12″ | 1 | Top right | |
| P4 | Plywood 1” | Angle Cut | 10 1/2″ | 12″ | 2 | Front left/right |
| P5 | Plywood 1” | Angle Cut | 11″ | 12″ | 1 | Front bottom |
| P6 | Plywood 1” | Cutout | 22 3/16″ | 2″ | 1 | Long lintel |
| P7 | Plywood 1” | Cutout | 16 3/16″ | 2″ | 1 | Short lintel |
Pigeon Nest Box Building Plans – Step By Step Visual Guide
1. Fit The Roof
Attach the back panel to the roof panels using 2″ screws or nails.
2. Attach The Front Flooring Panels
Attach the front and floor panels securely to the back panel and roofing panels using 2″ screws or nails.
3. Fit The Lintels
Fit the lintels across the front of the nesting box and secure them with screws, nails or high-quality wood glue.
4. Paint/Varnish It
Finish the nesting box off by painting or varnishing it to make it more durable against the weather.
(opens in new tab)New to pigeon keeping?
Our eBook is a short beginner’s guide. It covers:
- Suitable breeds
- Raising pigeons from eggs
- Looking after baby pigeons
- Handling
- Cleaning
- Feeding
- Breeding
- Nesting
5. Enjoy Your New Pigeon Nesting Box
It’s done and should look something like this:
We hope you enjoy it as much as the pigeons and doves will no doubt enjoy nesting in it.
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Last updated 31 October 2026 · Keeping