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  1. CarolineL

    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.:biggrin:
    This reminds me of the old Geoff Hamilton trick for making rocks for your rockery.Dont forget to paint it with yoghurt.:biggrin:
    This reminds me of the old Geoff Hamilton trick for making rocks for your rockery.Dont forget to paint it with yoghurt.:biggrin:
    This reminds me of the old Geoff Hamilton trick for making rocks for your rockery.Dont forget to paint it with yoghurt.:biggrin:
    CarolineL, Jan 16, 2026 at 11:55 AM, Garden Projects and DIY
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    pete
    Jan 17, 2026 at 1:46 PM
  2. Fat Controller
    Like x 3

    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
  3. JWK
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    Like x 3

    What's your weather like 2026

    Another mild day at 10C, dry and dead calm
    Another mild day at 10C, dry and dead calm
    Another mild day at 10C, dry and dead calm
    Another mild day at 10C, dry and dead calm
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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    JWK
    Jan 17, 2026 at 4:17 PM
  4. Loofah
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    Friendly x 4

    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
  5. Tidemark

    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
  6. simone_in_wiltshire
    Friendly x 9

    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
  7. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    Another year.jpg Happy New Year.jpg 604725455_3510918845726790_3138470994303623439_n.jpg All bets are off.jpg Drone reading.jpg 558725459_868727139647212_6229165682518986233_n.jpg
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 5 6 7
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    Ladybird4
    Jan 17, 2026 at 6:43 AM
  8. Plantminded
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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 :biggrin: 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
  9. BobMcFish

    Can anyone please tell me about these squashes

    :hapfeet:I’m just going to eat it. I’m not artistic unless it’s making fishing flies
    :hapfeet:I’m just going to eat it. I’m not artistic unless it’s making fishing flies
    :hapfeet:I’m just going to eat it. I’m not artistic unless it’s making fishing flies
    :hapfeet: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
  10. kristie davies

    Improving drainage help

    To improve our soil, when we first moved here, we had to break up the “ soil” as just beneath the soil surface, it was a clay table and water would sit on top of this clay. We had to laboriously...
    To improve our soil, when we first moved here, we had to break up the “ soil” as just beneath the soil surface, it was a clay table and water would sit on top of this clay. We had to laboriously break it up ( with spade and trowel) and then mixed in top soil, compost and manure and dug it over...
    To improve our soil, when we first moved here, we had to break up the “ soil” as just beneath the soil surface, it was a clay table and water would sit on top of this clay. We had to laboriously break it up ( with spade and trowel) and then mixed...
    To improve our soil, when we first moved here, we had to break up the “ soil” as just beneath the soil surface, it was a clay table and water would sit on top of this clay. We had to laboriously...
    kristie davies, Jan 16, 2026 at 6:37 PM, NEW Gardeners !
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    Songbird
    Jan 16, 2026 at 10:55 PM
  11. JWK
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    Latest moan from you and me 2026

    Apple has done an update. :th scifD36: Not liking it so far.Ah well, I suppose I will get used to the semi-transparent keyboard and bookmarks. I have already deleted the Journal app foisted on me. ...
    Apple has done an update. :th scifD36: Not liking it so far.Ah well, I suppose I will get used to the semi-transparent keyboard and bookmarks. I have already deleted the Journal app foisted on me. Record my daily inner thoughts for permanent retention by a major tech firm? I think not! :doh:
    Apple has done an update. :th scifD36: Not liking it so far.Ah well, I suppose I will get used to the semi-transparent keyboard and bookmarks. I have already deleted the Journal app foisted on me. Record my daily inner thoughts for permanent retention...
    Apple has done an update. :th scifD36: Not liking it so far.Ah well, I suppose I will get used to the semi-transparent keyboard and bookmarks. I have already deleted the Journal app foisted on me. ...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 18 19 20
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    ViewAhead
    Jan 17, 2026 at 4:15 PM
  12. JWK
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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
  13. Tidemark
    Like x 7

    A happy story in the news? Really? Really!

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    Tidemark, Jul 21, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 4 5 6
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    Tidemark
    Jan 16, 2026 at 7:53 PM
  14. simone_in_wiltshire
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    What are we doing in the garden 2026

    Today was going to be busy because of having to finish something at work while also having a tiler in the house, doing the bathroom (I work from home). But.. I knew that a tree I had ordered was...
    Today was going to be busy because of having to finish something at work while also having a tiler in the house, doing the bathroom (I work from home). But.. I knew that a tree I had ordered was going to be delivered.So before work, I quickly moved a vigorous rose to a pot, to create more...
    Today was going to be busy because of having to finish something at work while also having a tiler in the house, doing the bathroom (I work from home). But.. I knew that a tree I had ordered was going to be delivered.So before work, I quickly...
    Today was going to be busy because of having to finish something at work while also having a tiler in the house, doing the bathroom (I work from home). But.. I knew that a tree I had ordered was...
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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    CostasK
    Jan 16, 2026 at 7:41 PM
  15. Tidemark
    Funny x 8

    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
  16. CostasK

    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. :biggrin: Enjoy.
    You are welcome. That is a lovely healthy-looking specimen. It will soon hide the house behind! I think a great choice. :biggrin: Enjoy.
    You are welcome. That is a lovely healthy-looking specimen. It will soon hide the house behind! I think a great choice. :biggrin: Enjoy.
    You are welcome. That is a lovely healthy-looking specimen. It will soon hide the house behind! I think a great choice. :biggrin: Enjoy.
    CostasK, Jan 2, 2026, Trees ... 2
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    Victoria
    Jan 16, 2026 at 1:37 PM
  17. JWK
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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
  18. pete
    Funny x 5

    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 :biggrin:
    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
  19. ArmyAirForce
    Like x 3

    Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!

    7th January 2026Jumping back a day, one of the plant pot Jeeps took a direct hit over the cold spell. I probably should have brought them indoors earlier, but I think the one that exploded must...
    7th January 2026Jumping back a day, one of the plant pot Jeeps took a direct hit over the cold spell. I probably should have brought them indoors earlier, but I think the one that exploded must have had some flaws in the stone casting.The other Jeep was fine, but the broken one wasn't just...
    7th January 2026Jumping back a day, one of the plant pot Jeeps took a direct hit over the cold spell. I probably should have brought them indoors earlier, but I think the one that exploded must have had some flaws in the stone casting.The...
    7th January 2026Jumping back a day, one of the plant pot Jeeps took a direct hit over the cold spell. I probably should have brought them indoors earlier, but I think the one that exploded must...
    ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 38 39 40
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    ArmyAirForce
    Jan 16, 2026 at 10:21 AM
  20. Logan

    YouTube mega thread

    Click to watch
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    Click to watch
    Click to watch
    Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 24 25 26
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    Logan
    Jan 16, 2026 at 9:16 AM
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