Fat balls and seeds can be crumbled beneath shrubs and bushes for birds that like protection when they feed. Fat mixtures can be smeared into cracks and crevices on trees for woodpeckers, nuthatch and treecreepers.
A variety of other food can be provided such as mealworms for robins and thrushes. Fat balls and peanuts (including peanut crumb) are a good source of energy for a variety of species including tits, finches, robins, thrushes and jays. A variety of seeds can also be provided: sunflower, nyjer, larger grains and mixed bird seed.
You can also share leftover food with birds such as roast potatoes, fat, hard cheese, fruit, vegetables, biscuits and cake. Do not leave out salty foods and only leave out what is eaten in one day so as not to attract other visitors such as mice.
The RSPB website has further useful information as well as how to make a recycled bird feeder.
www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife
There is also a fun activity on how to make kebab for birds.
www.rspb.org.uk/fun-and-learning/for-kids/games-and-activities/activities/make-a-bird-kebab