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When my car was in for service on year they lent me a 3 cylinder Micra. Sounded like somebody shaking a bag of spanners on tickover, and like somebody shaking a bad of spanners very hard when...
When my car was in for service on year they lent me a 3 cylinder Micra. Sounded like somebody shaking a bag of spanners on tickover, and like somebody shaking a bad of spanners very hard when driving it.
When my car was in for service on year they lent me a 3 cylinder Micra. Sounded like somebody shaking a bag of spanners on tickover, and like somebody shaking a bad of spanners very hard when driving it.
When my car was in for service on year they lent me a 3 cylinder Micra. Sounded like somebody shaking a bag of spanners on tickover, and like somebody shaking a bad of spanners very hard when...
Fat Controller, Jan 16, 2026 at 9:08 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3
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KT53
Jan 17, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Butler sinks and hypertufa
Maybe it was the wrong flavour.
Maybe it was the wrong flavour.
Maybe it was the wrong flavour.
Maybe it was the wrong flavour.
CarolineL, Jan 16, 2026 at 11:55 AM, Garden Projects and DIY
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katecat58
Jan 17, 2026 at 8:41 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Good point, that’s got me worried now . I did an AI search, very reassuring:When a smart gas meter's battery runs out, it typically stops sending data and may beep or show an error, potentially...
Good point, that’s got me worried now . I did an AI search, very reassuring:When a smart gas meter's battery runs out, it typically stops sending data and may beep or show an error, potentially cutting your gas supply, requiring an emergency engineer visit from your supplier to replace the...
Good point, that’s got me worried now . I did an AI search, very reassuring:When a smart gas meter's battery runs out, it typically stops sending data and may beep or show an error, potentially cutting your gas supply, requiring an emergency...
Good point, that’s got me worried now . I did an AI search, very reassuring:When a smart gas meter's battery runs out, it typically stops sending data and may beep or show an error, potentially...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 18 19 20
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Plantminded
Jan 17, 2026 at 10:03 PM
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Where to go and what can I expect
I haven’t tried it, but I believe I nailed it. A fox always follows its route, which by chance led from the road coming through a path, and they jumped into my garden, did what they had to do, and...
I haven’t tried it, but I believe I nailed it. A fox always follows its route, which by chance led from the road coming through a path, and they jumped into my garden, did what they had to do, and continued using a hole under the fence. With closing that route, they have to take a different...
I haven’t tried it, but I believe I nailed it. A fox always follows its route, which by chance led from the road coming through a path, and they jumped into my garden, did what they had to do, and continued using a hole under the fence. With...
I haven’t tried it, but I believe I nailed it. A fox always follows its route, which by chance led from the road coming through a path, and they jumped into my garden, did what they had to do, and...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 13, 2026 at 5:37 AM, Gardening Discussions ... 2 3 4
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 17, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Can anyone please tell me about these squashes
could be more like the italian snake gourds. same species different variety. the asiian ones are more... waterbottle shaped
could be more like the italian snake gourds. same species different variety. the asiian ones are more... waterbottle shaped
could be more like the italian snake gourds. same species different variety. the asiian ones are more... waterbottle shaped
could be more like the italian snake gourds. same species different variety. the asiian ones are more... waterbottle shaped
BobMcFish, Nov 21, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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Adam I
Jan 17, 2026 at 6:31 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
A man from the art group asked if I'd like to have dinner (lunch if you're posh) with him and his wife today so I accepted the offer. He enjoys gardening and was head gardener in a big mansion in...
A man from the art group asked if I'd like to have dinner (lunch if you're posh) with him and his wife today so I accepted the offer. He enjoys gardening and was head gardener in a big mansion in Kent for most of his working life. I had a welcome and lovely time with a friendly couple, he...
A man from the art group asked if I'd like to have dinner (lunch if you're posh) with him and his wife today so I accepted the offer. He enjoys gardening and was head gardener in a big mansion in Kent for most of his working life. I had a...
A man from the art group asked if I'd like to have dinner (lunch if you're posh) with him and his wife today so I accepted the offer. He enjoys gardening and was head gardener in a big mansion in...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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Michael Hewett
Jan 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Today was one appointment after another, starting with our preferred door suppliers. Then the hair chair as she's going to Aus for a wedding for 4 weeks, taking her 92 year old father and 87 y.o....
Today was one appointment after another, starting with our preferred door suppliers. Then the hair chair as she's going to Aus for a wedding for 4 weeks, taking her 92 year old father and 87 y.o. aunt. They're stopping over at Hong Kong. Exciting but daunting. This afternoon was even more...
Today was one appointment after another, starting with our preferred door suppliers. Then the hair chair as she's going to Aus for a wedding for 4 weeks, taking her 92 year old father and 87 y.o. aunt. They're stopping over at Hong Kong. Exciting...
Today was one appointment after another, starting with our preferred door suppliers. Then the hair chair as she's going to Aus for a wedding for 4 weeks, taking her 92 year old father and 87 y.o....
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 17 18 19
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Penny_Forthem
Jan 17, 2026 at 8:25 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Thanks! The edging bits were here, scalloped side up, here and there when we moved in and I thought they'd be just fine as path edging turned upside down.Perhaps not the most elegant solution,...
Thanks! The edging bits were here, scalloped side up, here and there when we moved in and I thought they'd be just fine as path edging turned upside down.Perhaps not the most elegant solution, but they'll hopefully keep the gravel in place and the aesthetics will hopefully be improved by...
Thanks! The edging bits were here, scalloped side up, here and there when we moved in and I thought they'd be just fine as path edging turned upside down.Perhaps not the most elegant solution, but they'll hopefully keep the gravel in place and...
Thanks! The edging bits were here, scalloped side up, here and there when we moved in and I thought they'd be just fine as path edging turned upside down.Perhaps not the most elegant solution,...
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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Selleri
Jan 17, 2026 at 8:29 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
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
Whaaattt?
Trump is now just a common wee blackmailer threatening everyone with tarriffs.
Trump is now just a common wee blackmailer threatening everyone with tarriffs.
Trump is now just a common wee blackmailer threatening everyone with tarriffs.
Trump is now just a common wee blackmailer threatening everyone with tarriffs.
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 324 325 326
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waterbut
Jan 17, 2026 at 9:52 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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