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Latest moan from you and me 2026
We have the same problem @Logan but the other way round. OH has told EDF but no response so far except to put our DD up - by way too much. OH sent them a strongly worded rebuttal and they have...
We have the same problem @Logan but the other way round. OH has told EDF but no response so far except to put our DD up - by way too much. OH sent them a strongly worded rebuttal and they have climbed down but with no confirmation of the new smart meter being replaced.
We have the same problem @Logan but the other way round. OH has told EDF but no response so far except to put our DD up - by way too much. OH sent them a strongly worded rebuttal and they have climbed down but with no confirmation of the new...
We have the same problem @Logan but the other way round. OH has told EDF but no response so far except to put our DD up - by way too much. OH sent them a strongly worded rebuttal and they have...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 18 19 20
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lizzie27
Jan 17, 2026 at 6:16 PM
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Your day (apart from gardening) what took place 2026
A Christmas present from my dearest Brother, delivered in a ziplock bag without the picture as the family tradition goes. I might not speak to him for a while.
A Christmas present from my dearest Brother, delivered in a ziplock bag without the picture as the family tradition goes. I might not speak to him for a while.
A Christmas present from my dearest Brother, delivered in a ziplock bag without the picture as the family tradition goes. I might not speak to him for a while.
A Christmas present from my dearest Brother, delivered in a ziplock bag without the picture as the family tradition goes. I might not speak to him for a while.

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion
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Selleri
Jan 17, 2026 at 5:54 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
A sunny and pleasant day. 4c tonight.Next week just wet and grim and getting colder.
A sunny and pleasant day. 4c tonight.Next week just wet and grim and getting colder.
A sunny and pleasant day. 4c tonight.Next week just wet and grim and getting colder.
A sunny and pleasant day. 4c tonight.Next week just wet and grim and getting colder.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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cactus_girl
Jan 17, 2026 at 5:43 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
It's just compilations of the last year.
It's just compilations of the last year.
It's just compilations of the last year.
It's just compilations of the last year.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Logan
Jan 17, 2026 at 5:42 PM
Improving drainage help
I'm on heavy clay and have spent a year in my new garden digging in copious amounts of shop bought compost, manure, sand and gravel. Some areas needed two spades deep digging but areas that had...
I'm on heavy clay and have spent a year in my new garden digging in copious amounts of shop bought compost, manure, sand and gravel. Some areas needed two spades deep digging but areas that had been cultivated before were fine with one spade deep.Clay is great once improved, everything, in...
I'm on heavy clay and have spent a year in my new garden digging in copious amounts of shop bought compost, manure, sand and gravel. Some areas needed two spades deep digging but areas that had been cultivated before were fine with one spade...
I'm on heavy clay and have spent a year in my new garden digging in copious amounts of shop bought compost, manure, sand and gravel. Some areas needed two spades deep digging but areas that had...
kristie davies, Jan 16, 2026 at 6:37 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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Selleri
Jan 17, 2026 at 5:18 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Gravel path for real has started. I pre-dug it last winter but haven't been able to continue until the major digging around is more or less complete- which it is now I'll finish the path...
Gravel path for real has started. I pre-dug it last winter but haven't been able to continue until the major digging around is more or less complete- which it is now I'll finish the path skeleton tomorrow, measure it well and order the ballast and gravel to fill it in.Then it's just the...
Gravel path for real has started. I pre-dug it last winter but haven't been able to continue until the major digging around is more or less complete- which it is now I'll finish the path skeleton tomorrow, measure it well and order the...
Gravel path for real has started. I pre-dug it last winter but haven't been able to continue until the major digging around is more or less complete- which it is now I'll finish the path...

simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Selleri
Jan 17, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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All things automotive
I remember when WD 40 was first launched in the UK. It was marketed as Rocket WD 40. It's original purpose was as a Water Dispersing agent for the Atlas Rocket program. Hence the WD, this was the...
I remember when WD 40 was first launched in the UK. It was marketed as Rocket WD 40. It's original purpose was as a Water Dispersing agent for the Atlas Rocket program. Hence the WD, this was the 40th formulation. It was used to minimise ice building up on the outside due to the liquid Oxygen...
I remember when WD 40 was first launched in the UK. It was marketed as Rocket WD 40. It's original purpose was as a Water Dispersing agent for the Atlas Rocket program. Hence the WD, this was the 40th formulation. It was used to minimise ice...
I remember when WD 40 was first launched in the UK. It was marketed as Rocket WD 40. It's original purpose was as a Water Dispersing agent for the Atlas Rocket program. Hence the WD, this was the...
Fat Controller, Jan 16, 2026 at 9:08 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Allotment Boy
Jan 17, 2026 at 4:39 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Great pictures @Ladybird4 , we got a lovely waft of scent from the Sarcoccus in the front garden when we came back from the SM shop.@AuntyRach , my nightmares were definitely related to the...
Great pictures @Ladybird4 , we got a lovely waft of scent from the Sarcoccus in the front garden when we came back from the SM shop.@AuntyRach , my nightmares were definitely related to the increased dose of the old statin. They stopped as soon as I stopped taking them. Pleased to say my GP...
Great pictures @Ladybird4 , we got a lovely waft of scent from the Sarcoccus in the front garden when we came back from the SM shop.@AuntyRach , my nightmares were definitely related to the increased dose of the old statin. They stopped as soon...
Great pictures @Ladybird4 , we got a lovely waft of scent from the Sarcoccus in the front garden when we came back from the SM shop.@AuntyRach , my nightmares were definitely related to the...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 17 18 19
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Allotment Boy
Jan 17, 2026 at 4:10 PM
Whaaattt?
I suspect that he really thinks Greenland is really green and will give him scope to build loads of golf courses.
I suspect that he really thinks Greenland is really green and will give him scope to build loads of golf courses.
I suspect that he really thinks Greenland is really green and will give him scope to build loads of golf courses.
I suspect that he really thinks Greenland is really green and will give him scope to build loads of golf courses.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 324 325 326
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KT53
Jan 17, 2026 at 2:53 PM
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Where to go and what can I expect
I don't know whether it would help @simone_in_wiltshire but have you tried contacting any local Wildlife Society or Trust ? They are often aware of problems in their area and may be able to...
I don't know whether it would help @simone_in_wiltshire but have you tried contacting any local Wildlife Society or Trust ? They are often aware of problems in their area and may be able to offer some help/advice.
I don't know whether it would help @simone_in_wiltshire but have you tried contacting any local Wildlife Society or Trust ? They are often aware of problems in their area and may be able to offer some help/advice.
I don't know whether it would help @simone_in_wiltshire but have you tried contacting any local Wildlife Society or Trust ? They are often aware of problems in their area and may be able to...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 13, 2026 at 5:37 AM, Gardening Discussions ... 2 3 4
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Philippa
Jan 17, 2026 at 2:46 PM
Can anyone please tell me about these squashes
I’m just going to eat it. I’m not artistic unless it’s making fishing flies
I’m just going to eat it. I’m not artistic unless it’s making fishing flies
I’m just going to eat it. I’m not artistic unless it’s making fishing flies
I’m just going to eat it. I’m not artistic unless it’s making fishing flies
BobMcFish, Nov 21, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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BobMcFish
Jan 17, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Butler sinks and hypertufa
This reminds me of the old Geoff Hamilton trick for making rocks for your rockery.Dont forget to paint it with yoghurt.
This reminds me of the old Geoff Hamilton trick for making rocks for your rockery.Dont forget to paint it with yoghurt.
This reminds me of the old Geoff Hamilton trick for making rocks for your rockery.Dont forget to paint it with yoghurt.
This reminds me of the old Geoff Hamilton trick for making rocks for your rockery.Dont forget to paint it with yoghurt.
CarolineL, Jan 16, 2026 at 11:55 AM, Garden Projects and DIY
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pete
Jan 17, 2026 at 1:46 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 5 6 7
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Ladybird4
Jan 17, 2026 at 6:43 AM
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What's Looking Good January 2026
in many warmer countries insect pressure is absurdly high even with predators. bananas are never picked close to ripe even on obscure heirloom varieties in the deep jungle, because by the time...
in many warmer countries insect pressure is absurdly high even with predators. bananas are never picked close to ripe even on obscure heirloom varieties in the deep jungle, because by the time they turn yellow theyre devoured. same with fruits here and blackbirds they just got used to eating...
in many warmer countries insect pressure is absurdly high even with predators. bananas are never picked close to ripe even on obscure heirloom varieties in the deep jungle, because by the time they turn yellow theyre devoured. same with fruits...
in many warmer countries insect pressure is absurdly high even with predators. bananas are never picked close to ripe even on obscure heirloom varieties in the deep jungle, because by the time...
Plantminded, Dec 31, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3
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Adam I
Jan 16, 2026 at 11:08 PM
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What's Looking Exotic 2026
Yes its true, Brugmansia sanguinea will over winter in the ground at root level. You do have to treat it as a dieback perennial in that situation though.
Yes its true, Brugmansia sanguinea will over winter in the ground at root level. You do have to treat it as a dieback perennial in that situation though.
Yes its true, Brugmansia sanguinea will over winter in the ground at root level. You do have to treat it as a dieback perennial in that situation though.
Yes its true, Brugmansia sanguinea will over winter in the ground at root level. You do have to treat it as a dieback perennial in that situation though.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2
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stephenprudence
Jan 16, 2026 at 8:45 PM
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A happy story in the news? Really? Really!

Tidemark, Jul 21, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 4 5 6
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Tidemark
Jan 16, 2026 at 7:53 PM
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I am often puzzled by modern life.
Not like this then:Tobacco Slave - STOP
Not like this then:Tobacco Slave - STOP
Not like this then:Tobacco Slave - STOP
Not like this then:Tobacco Slave - STOP
Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 18 19 20
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Tidemark
Jan 16, 2026 at 7:12 PM
New year, new garden tweak
You are welcome. That is a lovely healthy-looking specimen. It will soon hide the house behind! I think a great choice. Enjoy.
You are welcome. That is a lovely healthy-looking specimen. It will soon hide the house behind! I think a great choice. Enjoy.
You are welcome. That is a lovely healthy-looking specimen. It will soon hide the house behind! I think a great choice. Enjoy.
You are welcome. That is a lovely healthy-looking specimen. It will soon hide the house behind! I think a great choice. Enjoy.
CostasK, Jan 2, 2026, Trees ... 2
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Victoria
Jan 16, 2026 at 1:37 PM
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Show Off Your Pets 2026
George likes to lick the olive juice off a dish (if I let him) but I’ve never tried him with a whole olive. They are all different aren’t they. George will avidly take a morsel from my fingers but...
George likes to lick the olive juice off a dish (if I let him) but I’ve never tried him with a whole olive. They are all different aren’t they. George will avidly take a morsel from my fingers but Charlie prefer to have it off the floor. I don’t let them have human food much but they do like...
George likes to lick the olive juice off a dish (if I let him) but I’ve never tried him with a whole olive. They are all different aren’t they. George will avidly take a morsel from my fingers but Charlie prefer to have it off the floor. I don’t...
George likes to lick the olive juice off a dish (if I let him) but I’ve never tried him with a whole olive. They are all different aren’t they. George will avidly take a morsel from my fingers but...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 2 3 4
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AuntyRach
Jan 16, 2026 at 11:59 AM
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Electric cars.
A Canadian friend came over to the UK for a visit and rented a car. She moaned about the lack of AC in it and asked why . I pointed out the handle for winding down the window and told her that...
A Canadian friend came over to the UK for a visit and rented a car. She moaned about the lack of AC in it and asked why . I pointed out the handle for winding down the window and told her that was our version of AC. That was about 30 years ago tho
A Canadian friend came over to the UK for a visit and rented a car. She moaned about the lack of AC in it and asked why . I pointed out the handle for winding down the window and told her that was our version of AC. That was about 30 years ago...
A Canadian friend came over to the UK for a visit and rented a car. She moaned about the lack of AC in it and asked why . I pointed out the handle for winding down the window and told her that...
pete, Apr 7, 2021, Off-Topic Discussion ... 183 184 185
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Philippa
Jan 16, 2026 at 11:35 AM

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