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  1. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    I've met and worked with a number of different people, from different backgrounds, with different life experiences. No idea what class any of them thought they were. I liked some and disliked...
    I've met and worked with a number of different people, from different backgrounds, with different life experiences. No idea what class any of them thought they were. I liked some and disliked others. Essentially they were just people just like me. As Kipling put it "For the Colonel's Lady an'...
    I've met and worked with a number of different people, from different backgrounds, with different life experiences. No idea what class any of them thought they were. I liked some and disliked others. Essentially they were just people just like...
    I've met and worked with a number of different people, from different backgrounds, with different life experiences. No idea what class any of them thought they were. I liked some and disliked...
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  2. Michael Hewett
    Agree x 5

    Slow pages

    I must say I've had very few issues with this site recently. Yes occasionally, like mid morning today, it slows down, but no more frequently than other sites I regularly use like Youtube or BBC.
    I must say I've had very few issues with this site recently. Yes occasionally, like mid morning today, it slows down, but no more frequently than other sites I regularly use like Youtube or BBC.
    I must say I've had very few issues with this site recently. Yes occasionally, like mid morning today, it slows down, but no more frequently than other sites I regularly use like Youtube or BBC.
    I must say I've had very few issues with this site recently. Yes occasionally, like mid morning today, it slows down, but no more frequently than other sites I regularly use like Youtube or BBC.
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  3. JWK
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  4. wiseowl
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    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    A very strong and cold wind has started blowing. I intend going up the chippy for some haddock and chips but have chickened out. I have some roast chicken thighs that I cooked the other day so...
    A very strong and cold wind has started blowing. I intend going up the chippy for some haddock and chips but have chickened out. I have some roast chicken thighs that I cooked the other day so shall have chicken and oven chips and remain in the warm.
    A very strong and cold wind has started blowing. I intend going up the chippy for some haddock and chips but have chickened out. I have some roast chicken thighs that I cooked the other day so shall have chicken and oven chips and remain in the...
    A very strong and cold wind has started blowing. I intend going up the chippy for some haddock and chips but have chickened out. I have some roast chicken thighs that I cooked the other day so...
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  5. wiseowl
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    Friendly x 5

    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025

    Thank you to all on the admin team for their lovely Christmas wishes. May you all have a happy and healthy time :) @shiney , @Fat Controller , @wiseowl , @Loofah , @JWK
    Thank you to all on the admin team for their lovely Christmas wishes. May you all have a happy and healthy time :) @shiney , @Fat Controller , @wiseowl , @Loofah , @JWK
    Thank you to all on the admin team for their lovely Christmas wishes. May you all have a happy and healthy time :) @shiney , @Fat Controller , @wiseowl , @Loofah , @JWK
    Thank you to all on the admin team for their lovely Christmas wishes. May you all have a happy and healthy time :) @shiney , @Fat Controller , @wiseowl , @Loofah , @JWK
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  6. wiseowl
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2025

    Our one officially opens at 6 a.m. but usually opens the doors at 5.45. You can't pickup one of their self check out guns until 6 nor pay for anything until then. I start doing my shopping and...
    Our one officially opens at 6 a.m. but usually opens the doors at 5.45. You can't pickup one of their self check out guns until 6 nor pay for anything until then. I start doing my shopping and chucking things in the trolley and at 6 use the zapper and put them into the bags I have ready. Then...
    Our one officially opens at 6 a.m. but usually opens the doors at 5.45. You can't pickup one of their self check out guns until 6 nor pay for anything until then. I start doing my shopping and chucking things in the trolley and at 6 use the...
    Our one officially opens at 6 a.m. but usually opens the doors at 5.45. You can't pickup one of their self check out guns until 6 nor pay for anything until then. I start doing my shopping and...
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  7. Alan Tomox

    Supporting a plant in a plant pot container

    Garden centres sell all sorts of decorative gravel and pebbles, and at least our local Range sells decorative stones meant for aquarium. Overpriced for how much you get, but at least they'll last...
    Garden centres sell all sorts of decorative gravel and pebbles, and at least our local Range sells decorative stones meant for aquarium. Overpriced for how much you get, but at least they'll last a lifetime. Literally :biggrin:My stones for the pond come bit by bit from a nearby field, I trust the...
    Garden centres sell all sorts of decorative gravel and pebbles, and at least our local Range sells decorative stones meant for aquarium. Overpriced for how much you get, but at least they'll last a lifetime. Literally :biggrin:My stones for the pond...
    Garden centres sell all sorts of decorative gravel and pebbles, and at least our local Range sells decorative stones meant for aquarium. Overpriced for how much you get, but at least they'll last...
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  8. TheMadHedger

    Bark scraped off base of the base of an ash tree - prevention?

    Pretty sure it's squirrels as we have a few, also the markings match what I've now found online.Thanks all and have a great Christmas!
    Pretty sure it's squirrels as we have a few, also the markings match what I've now found online.Thanks all and have a great Christmas!
    Pretty sure it's squirrels as we have a few, also the markings match what I've now found online.Thanks all and have a great Christmas!
    Pretty sure it's squirrels as we have a few, also the markings match what I've now found online.Thanks all and have a great Christmas!
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  9. madpenguin

    Drain cover decoration.

    Yes it does a bit or maybe a compass? Will think about that and see what I can com up with. If I can't hide it I can make a feature of it!
    Yes it does a bit or maybe a compass? Will think about that and see what I can com up with. If I can't hide it I can make a feature of it!
    Yes it does a bit or maybe a compass? Will think about that and see what I can com up with. If I can't hide it I can make a feature of it!
    Yes it does a bit or maybe a compass? Will think about that and see what I can com up with. If I can't hide it I can make a feature of it!
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  10. Loofah
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    Show us your gardening purchases 2025

    I checked my local B&M but they didn't have any. Probably just as well, I ended up planting hundreds of bulbs just before Christmas last year!
    I checked my local B&M but they didn't have any. Probably just as well, I ended up planting hundreds of bulbs just before Christmas last year!
    I checked my local B&M but they didn't have any. Probably just as well, I ended up planting hundreds of bulbs just before Christmas last year!
    I checked my local B&M but they didn't have any. Probably just as well, I ended up planting hundreds of bulbs just before Christmas last year!
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  11. Victoria
    Funny x 5

    For Cat Lovers

    As I use a laptop, it makes it very difficult to do anything on here and as I have two, they take turns...... :pillow: Better than T'other half I guess ... he lounges on the sofa with his feet up so he...
    As I use a laptop, it makes it very difficult to do anything on here and as I have two, they take turns...... :pillow: Better than T'other half I guess ... he lounges on the sofa with his feet up so he has one on his chest and the other on his outstretched legs ... :heehee:
    As I use a laptop, it makes it very difficult to do anything on here and as I have two, they take turns...... :pillow: Better than T'other half I guess ... he lounges on the sofa with his feet up so he has one on his chest and the other on his...
    As I use a laptop, it makes it very difficult to do anything on here and as I have two, they take turns...... :pillow: Better than T'other half I guess ... he lounges on the sofa with his feet up so he...
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  12. wiseowl
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    Friendly x 8

    SEASONS GREETINGS TO ALL OUR MEMBERS

    Seasons Greetings to all forum members.Thank you to the admin team for providing us the ability to chat about all things gardening, and many things not gardening!
    Seasons Greetings to all forum members.Thank you to the admin team for providing us the ability to chat about all things gardening, and many things not gardening!
    Seasons Greetings to all forum members.Thank you to the admin team for providing us the ability to chat about all things gardening, and many things not gardening!
    Seasons Greetings to all forum members.Thank you to the admin team for providing us the ability to chat about all things gardening, and many things not gardening!
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  13. shiney
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    What's Looking Good December 2025

    Tecomaria (Cape Honeysuckle) The large one at the bottom of the garden coming into bloom ...
    Tecomaria (Cape Honeysuckle) The large one at the bottom of the garden coming into bloom ...
    Tecomaria (Cape Honeysuckle) The large one at the bottom of the garden coming into bloom ...
    Tecomaria (Cape Honeysuckle) The large one at the bottom of the garden coming into bloom ...
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  14. CanadianLori

    Chillies 2026

    Yes, I do know it's not the 2026 yet however I am getting geared up to commence starting my seeds for 2026's chillie crop. I usually start the seeds on Boxing day but this time around, I'm going...
    Yes, I do know it's not the 2026 yet however I am getting geared up to commence starting my seeds for 2026's chillie crop. I usually start the seeds on Boxing day but this time around, I'm going to change up a bit.I figure I'll delay starting my Shineybrids to the end of January. I'll be...
    Yes, I do know it's not the 2026 yet however I am getting geared up to commence starting my seeds for 2026's chillie crop. I usually start the seeds on Boxing day but this time around, I'm going to change up a bit.I figure I'll delay starting...
    Yes, I do know it's not the 2026 yet however I am getting geared up to commence starting my seeds for 2026's chillie crop. I usually start the seeds on Boxing day but this time around, I'm going...
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  15. Dorset-Tim

    New Tree for the Garden

    I love the idea of fruit trees too, though I would say ornamental value is a bigger factor for me usually.I have an apple tree and while I do enjoy it, it is quite susceptible to apple scab. It...
    I love the idea of fruit trees too, though I would say ornamental value is a bigger factor for me usually.I have an apple tree and while I do enjoy it, it is quite susceptible to apple scab. It was an impulse purchase at a garden centre so I hadn't done my homework. I know that there are...
    I love the idea of fruit trees too, though I would say ornamental value is a bigger factor for me usually.I have an apple tree and while I do enjoy it, it is quite susceptible to apple scab. It was an impulse purchase at a garden centre so I...
    I love the idea of fruit trees too, though I would say ornamental value is a bigger factor for me usually.I have an apple tree and while I do enjoy it, it is quite susceptible to apple scab. It...
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  16. shiney
    Sticky
    Like x 13

    Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New

    My dad can never resist the temptation to etch a date in any concrete we've laid.
    My dad can never resist the temptation to etch a date in any concrete we've laid.
    My dad can never resist the temptation to etch a date in any concrete we've laid.
    My dad can never resist the temptation to etch a date in any concrete we've laid.
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  17. Retired
    Like x 4

    Latest hobby.

    Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of...
    Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of my hoard is now gradually being donated to a friend's daughter who is learning to sew.I use Pound...
    Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of my hoard is now gradually being donated to a...
    Hmm, Fabworks quote their prices per half metre which seems a bit sneaky!I buy all my new fabrics online although I do find and hoard fabrics from charity shops and car boot sales too. Some of...
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  18. Meomye

    Rose Gauntlet

    Thank you for your suggestions, very helpful.
    Thank you for your suggestions, very helpful.
    Thank you for your suggestions, very helpful.
    Thank you for your suggestions, very helpful.
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  19. burnie
    Sticky

    Onion growing 2026

    I've got some walla walla seeds this year, has anyone tried them in the past?
    I've got some walla walla seeds this year, has anyone tried them in the past?
    I've got some walla walla seeds this year, has anyone tried them in the past?
    I've got some walla walla seeds this year, has anyone tried them in the past?
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  20. Warren Jones

    TurfWorld Limited

    We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get...
    We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get great results during the colder months.If you’re planning a new lawn or considering turfing over...
    We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get great results during the colder months.If you’re...
    We’ve just published a new article answering a common seasonal question: “Can I lay turf in winter?” ❄️The guide covers when winter turfing works best, what conditions to avoid, and how to get...
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