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Yesterday, 07:16 PMThey look to be holding up well considering the temps. Holding mine at 10C, not fed since 13th Jan, except for the Ochiba who's underweight. ...3 replies | 103 view(s)
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Yesterday, 11:11 AMMine are the same John. All lurking down the bottom and not had a feed since very early in January.:(3 replies | 103 view(s)
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Yesterday, 10:00 AMThat does sound a right pain and chore to get it all right. PPf's food is all Coppens which I dont mind at all,used to buy 15kg sacks but that has...20 replies | 399 view(s)
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Yesterday, 09:50 AMSoon be warming up mate,this winter seems to be dragging on a bit.3 replies | 103 view(s)
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10-02-2025, 10:33 PMPic taken yesterday, cold and raining, my dozen huddled together on the bottom :)3 replies | 103 view(s)
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10-02-2025, 10:06 PMYou’re not wrong John, it’s a nightmare with all the water changes, I’m using hot water from the tap mixed with cold and using temp probe to match...20 replies | 399 view(s)
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10-02-2025, 10:16 AMI am useing the same company " Perfect pet foods " for mine with Coppens top koi 3mm. Certainly go through it and I now have a brilliant automatic...20 replies | 399 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 11:21 PMIt has worked well in the past for me, as other have said early dosing before it gets hold is key. I've still got full tub as back up, but since...4 replies | 155 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 08:08 PMWe had a good look why we finished the last 5 courses today. The main ingress is the far side. Under a patio A hole on this side I feel won’t help...12 replies | 185 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 05:10 PMI would dig down half way along and right next to the longest wall. The ground will be slightly looser here - not necessarily easier to dig, but...12 replies | 185 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 03:03 PMMy water is high in Phosphate and Nitrates straight from the tap. Pond is also out in the open so is very prone to blanket weed. I add a half dose of...4 replies | 155 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 11:10 AMYes . He was on early this morning . Would be a good call !12 replies | 185 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 11:09 AMYes it was rendered . I think they had to use a waterproofing agent in the mortar . Might be worth speaking to a fibreglasser before you go any...12 replies | 185 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 10:56 AMDose anyone know if @kenalexander@blueyonder.c is still on here he could be best to inform what's best way Sent from my SM-S918B using Tapatalk12 replies | 185 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 10:45 AMBe careful if you can't get the wieght of the water in fast enough the ingress could de lam the fibre glass being very costly Sent from my...12 replies | 185 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 10:39 AMHi Mate thankyou Sounds like the option. Did you render befor having it glassed ?12 replies | 185 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 09:47 AMIve copy and pasted this reply from a similar thread :- I`ve found over the years that Blanket Weed can strike at any time of year - even in the...3 replies | 90 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 09:39 AMI had the same issue with my build . Getting water ingress around the base of the walls and around the bottom drain . In hindsight , I should...12 replies | 185 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 09:29 AMI`ve found over the years that Blanket Weed can strike at any time of year - even in the depths of winter , so you have to be vigilant . The science...4 replies | 155 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 01:37 AMLength dosent matter mate (thank god lol ) Sent from my SM-S918B using Tapatalk12 replies | 185 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 01:30 AMI understand this idea but the hole would need to be 6 ft deep. And the length of my pond is 10meters12 replies | 185 view(s)
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09-02-2025, 12:18 AMYeah,. exactly that You dig a little hole next to the pond, that is deeper than the pond. Stick a sump pump in that hole so it pumps out what's in...12 replies | 185 view(s)
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08-02-2025, 11:08 PMI had far to many cock ups with my last attempt but would definitely give it ago again. I did 2-3 week and 6-8 week olds . The 2 week were so much...20 replies | 399 view(s)
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08-02-2025, 10:55 PMThe 40 fry I got from my local dealer cost £20, you can buy as many or as few as you want. I’m glad I gave it a go, it’s been a bit of a learning...20 replies | 399 view(s)
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08-02-2025, 10:55 PMSum whole close by at the lowest point and down couple foot deeper with a dirty water pump to drop in to empty . Sent from my SM-S918B using...12 replies | 185 view(s)
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08-02-2025, 10:50 PMI have started to build a new pond All dug out Drains set and pad poured From top of pad to ground level is some 4ft Blocks laid flat and coming...12 replies | 185 view(s)
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08-02-2025, 05:06 PMseemo replied to a thread suggestions for alternatives to nets - please! in Pond DIY Tips and Tricks - DIY Projectsand, as if by magic, first heron of the season landed and checking out the pond today. gits! :mad:10 replies | 253 view(s)
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08-02-2025, 04:26 PMSince a very bad season with blanket weed a couple of years back, I've been treating the pond with Resolve every four weeks throughout the year and...4 replies | 155 view(s)
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08-02-2025, 03:33 PMHi all, just wondering if anyone has had issues with Aquasource Resolve and cold temperatures? Late November just gone, I noticed a few strands...4 replies | 155 view(s)
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08-02-2025, 12:43 PMits taken nearly three years since first letter from council saying we had contamination in gardens. fish went into a temp pond mid September 2024...11 replies | 211 view(s)
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They look to be holding up well considering the temps. Holding mine at 10C, not fed since 13th...