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Things you always say wrong
Having worked there for years, talking to local people and answering the 'phone many times a day with the word 'Marylebone' in my greeting.... it varied! As it varied with the locals I dealt with...
Having worked there for years, talking to local people and answering the 'phone many times a day with the word 'Marylebone' in my greeting.... it varied! As it varied with the locals I dealt with and I tended to pick up on their pronunciation. Marry-le-bone, Marr-le-bone, Marley-bone,...
Having worked there for years, talking to local people and answering the 'phone many times a day with the word 'Marylebone' in my greeting.... it varied! As it varied with the locals I dealt with and I tended to pick up on their pronunciation. ...
Having worked there for years, talking to local people and answering the 'phone many times a day with the word 'Marylebone' in my greeting.... it varied! As it varied with the locals I dealt with...
Selleri, Jan 18, 2026 at 7:50 PM, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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LG_
Jan 20, 2026 at 8:34 AM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
@lizzie27 I know some GP surgeries are better than others. I've seen that with the treatment a friend of ours gets at her surgery. Appointments often available on the same day, or at least the...
@lizzie27 I know some GP surgeries are better than others. I've seen that with the treatment a friend of ours gets at her surgery. Appointments often available on the same day, or at least the following day. Generally sees the same GP each time. They moved to where they live now from...
@lizzie27 I know some GP surgeries are better than others. I've seen that with the treatment a friend of ours gets at her surgery. Appointments often available on the same day, or at least the following day. Generally sees the same GP each...
@lizzie27 I know some GP surgeries are better than others. I've seen that with the treatment a friend of ours gets at her surgery. Appointments often available on the same day, or at least the...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 23 24 25
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KT53
Jan 21, 2026 at 6:07 PM
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Household tips
Well, I googled it. Didn't get much past chellation. I'll just accept it as magic
Well, I googled it. Didn't get much past chellation. I'll just accept it as magic
Well, I googled it. Didn't get much past chellation. I'll just accept it as magic
Well, I googled it. Didn't get much past chellation. I'll just accept it as magic
Sheal, Oct 12, 2022, Off-Topic Discussion ... 3 4 5
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BB3
Jan 20, 2026 at 8:25 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
@Allotment Boy good that you got your rhubarb mulched, if the cow muck is well rotted it will be fine.
@Allotment Boy good that you got your rhubarb mulched, if the cow muck is well rotted it will be fine.
@Allotment Boy good that you got your rhubarb mulched, if the cow muck is well rotted it will be fine.
@Allotment Boy good that you got your rhubarb mulched, if the cow muck is well rotted it will be fine.
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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Logan
Jan 20, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Whaaattt?
Strange how this so called Board of Peace seems to be made up of those who are/were engaged in war. I'm still waiting for a list of the 8 plus wars which Trump claims to have halted during his...
Strange how this so called Board of Peace seems to be made up of those who are/were engaged in war. I'm still waiting for a list of the 8 plus wars which Trump claims to have halted during his term(s) in office. Even the supposed Ceasefires are broken by one side or another.
Strange how this so called Board of Peace seems to be made up of those who are/were engaged in war. I'm still waiting for a list of the 8 plus wars which Trump claims to have halted during his term(s) in office. Even the supposed Ceasefires are...
Strange how this so called Board of Peace seems to be made up of those who are/were engaged in war. I'm still waiting for a list of the 8 plus wars which Trump claims to have halted during his...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 325 326 327
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Philippa
Jan 21, 2026 at 3:29 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
Mower went in for a service yesterday. Looking at how the grass has grown over the past couple of months of mild, wet weather, it's gonna have to be at its best.
Mower went in for a service yesterday. Looking at how the grass has grown over the past couple of months of mild, wet weather, it's gonna have to be at its best.
Mower went in for a service yesterday. Looking at how the grass has grown over the past couple of months of mild, wet weather, it's gonna have to be at its best.
Mower went in for a service yesterday. Looking at how the grass has grown over the past couple of months of mild, wet weather, it's gonna have to be at its best.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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KT53
Jan 21, 2026 at 10:49 AM
IOS. Problem.
Thanks for the info. Although I can get them on my mobile phone. I much prefer my I pad.
Thanks for the info. Although I can get them on my mobile phone. I much prefer my I pad.
Thanks for the info. Although I can get them on my mobile phone. I much prefer my I pad.
Thanks for the info. Although I can get them on my mobile phone. I much prefer my I pad.
roders, Jan 19, 2026 at 11:50 AM, Computer Corner
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roders
Jan 19, 2026 at 6:43 PM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
Someone who Hasn’t got a greenhouse and would love one, I’m not envious at all
Someone who Hasn’t got a greenhouse and would love one, I’m not envious at all
Someone who Hasn’t got a greenhouse and would love one, I’m not envious at all
Someone who Hasn’t got a greenhouse and would love one, I’m not envious at all
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 11 12 13
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GreenFingeredPete
Jan 20, 2026 at 10:42 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
Time to say good evening all. Goodness me but January is flying by. I have a gas engineer coming out on Monday to look at the boiler but I have decided that I want a new one as I found out today...
Time to say good evening all. Goodness me but January is flying by. I have a gas engineer coming out on Monday to look at the boiler but I have decided that I want a new one as I found out today that this one I have is actually 15 years old and I don't want to have a (possibly) expensive repair...
Time to say good evening all. Goodness me but January is flying by. I have a gas engineer coming out on Monday to look at the boiler but I have decided that I want a new one as I found out today that this one I have is actually 15 years old and I...
Time to say good evening all. Goodness me but January is flying by. I have a gas engineer coming out on Monday to look at the boiler but I have decided that I want a new one as I found out today...

Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 21 22 23
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Ladybird4
Jan 21, 2026 at 6:36 PM
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What's your weather like 2026
She will probably do some burgers to freeze ... she does that kind of thing. After some rain we got to 15c for a couple of hours, now 13.8c and getting dark. More rain tomorrow.
She will probably do some burgers to freeze ... she does that kind of thing. After some rain we got to 15c for a couple of hours, now 13.8c and getting dark. More rain tomorrow.
She will probably do some burgers to freeze ... she does that kind of thing. After some rain we got to 15c for a couple of hours, now 13.8c and getting dark. More rain tomorrow.
She will probably do some burgers to freeze ... she does that kind of thing. After some rain we got to 15c for a couple of hours, now 13.8c and getting dark. More rain tomorrow.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 32 33 34
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Victoria
Jan 21, 2026 at 5:48 PM
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Gardeners' World and other gardening programmes 2026
I also enjoyed all 3 episodes.I only wish the really sad story behind Schreber and the Schrebergarten idea would be mentioned in these gardening programs. Don't use the English page in Wikipedia...
I also enjoyed all 3 episodes.I only wish the really sad story behind Schreber and the Schrebergarten idea would be mentioned in these gardening programs. Don't use the English page in Wikipedia but if your browser allows, use the translation from the German page: Moritz Schreber –...
I also enjoyed all 3 episodes.I only wish the really sad story behind Schreber and the Schrebergarten idea would be mentioned in these gardening programs. Don't use the English page in Wikipedia but if your browser allows, use the translation...
I also enjoyed all 3 episodes.I only wish the really sad story behind Schreber and the Schrebergarten idea would be mentioned in these gardening programs. Don't use the English page in Wikipedia...
AnniD, Jan 12, 2026, General Gardening Discussion
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 20, 2026 at 4:26 AM
Repotting an Acer 'Emerald Lace'
Acers take quite well to pruning, I have a friend who pollards hers every winter. So you can trim the thin branches if you want a more bushy look or take some right back to their origin and those...
Acers take quite well to pruning, I have a friend who pollards hers every winter. So you can trim the thin branches if you want a more bushy look or take some right back to their origin and those that are left should get thicker with age.
Acers take quite well to pruning, I have a friend who pollards hers every winter. So you can trim the thin branches if you want a more bushy look or take some right back to their origin and those that are left should get thicker with age.
Acers take quite well to pruning, I have a friend who pollards hers every winter. So you can trim the thin branches if you want a more bushy look or take some right back to their origin and those...
LG_, Apr 11, 2025, Container Gardening
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Baalmaiden
Jan 20, 2026 at 2:09 PM
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What's Looking Exotic 2026
After a several -5cs and gale force winds these last two weeks, the Acacia lost loads of buds and turned some leaves brown. The Calothamnus has brown tips too and the small pink Echium bought in...
After a several -5cs and gale force winds these last two weeks, the Acacia lost loads of buds and turned some leaves brown. The Calothamnus has brown tips too and the small pink Echium bought in the Summer looks dead. We still have February to get through!
After a several -5cs and gale force winds these last two weeks, the Acacia lost loads of buds and turned some leaves brown. The Calothamnus has brown tips too and the small pink Echium bought in the Summer looks dead. We still have February to...
After a several -5cs and gale force winds these last two weeks, the Acacia lost loads of buds and turned some leaves brown. The Calothamnus has brown tips too and the small pink Echium bought in...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Tropical Gardening ... 2
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strongylodon
Jan 19, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Can mature ash trees be pruned/thinned?
Thanks all for the help and advice.
Thanks all for the help and advice.
Thanks all for the help and advice.
Thanks all for the help and advice.
TheMadHedger, Jan 19, 2026 at 1:19 PM, Trees
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TheMadHedger
Jan 19, 2026 at 4:16 PM
YouTube mega thread
Logan, Oct 27, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 24 25 26
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Logan
Jan 20, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Plant not doing good
I agree, also try to ensure the compost doesn't dry out until its established itself. Also, don't feed it until it's improved.
I agree, also try to ensure the compost doesn't dry out until its established itself. Also, don't feed it until it's improved.
I agree, also try to ensure the compost doesn't dry out until its established itself. Also, don't feed it until it's improved.
I agree, also try to ensure the compost doesn't dry out until its established itself. Also, don't feed it until it's improved.
Alan Aldred, Jan 19, 2026 at 5:24 AM, General Gardening Discussion
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Pete8
Jan 19, 2026 at 12:22 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026
One December day we found an old straggly cat at our door. She was a sorry sight. Starving, dirty, smelled terrible, skinny, and hair all matted down. We felt sorry for her so we put her in a...
One December day we found an old straggly cat at our door. She was a sorry sight. Starving, dirty, smelled terrible, skinny, and hair all matted down. We felt sorry for her so we put her in a carrier and took her to the vet.We didn't know what to call her so we named her ‘Pussycat.’ The vet...
One December day we found an old straggly cat at our door. She was a sorry sight. Starving, dirty, smelled terrible, skinny, and hair all matted down. We felt sorry for her so we put her in a carrier and took her to the vet.We didn't know what...
One December day we found an old straggly cat at our door. She was a sorry sight. Starving, dirty, smelled terrible, skinny, and hair all matted down. We felt sorry for her so we put her in a...
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 7 8 9
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Fat Controller
Jan 21, 2026 at 6:22 PM
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Non-Gardener builds an Observatory, Garden Railway and even Dabbles with Plants!
11th/14th January 2026In the recent snow, it soon became clear where the avian highways were in the wood.During one of my trips to download the trailcam, I noticed a chunky tree branch under...
11th/14th January 2026In the recent snow, it soon became clear where the avian highways were in the wood.During one of my trips to download the trailcam, I noticed a chunky tree branch under the Juniper. I liked the look of it and so buried it in the pond, as I thought it would make a nice...
11th/14th January 2026In the recent snow, it soon became clear where the avian highways were in the wood.During one of my trips to download the trailcam, I noticed a chunky tree branch under the Juniper. I liked the look of it and so buried...
11th/14th January 2026In the recent snow, it soon became clear where the avian highways were in the wood.During one of my trips to download the trailcam, I noticed a chunky tree branch under...
ArmyAirForce, Aug 26, 2024, Members Gallery ... 38 39 40
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ArmyAirForce
Jan 19, 2026 at 9:52 AM
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Oh, him again.
Following discussion by the admin team and reading this thread through it seems to have no specific topic nor does it have any substance - at best, it appears to be a vague attempt at encouraging...
Following discussion by the admin team and reading this thread through it seems to have no specific topic nor does it have any substance - at best, it appears to be a vague attempt at encouraging character assassination. There are many individuals in the world that we may not like, we may not...
Following discussion by the admin team and reading this thread through it seems to have no specific topic nor does it have any substance - at best, it appears to be a vague attempt at encouraging character assassination. There are many...
Following discussion by the admin team and reading this thread through it seems to have no specific topic nor does it have any substance - at best, it appears to be a vague attempt at encouraging...
Tidemark, Jan 18, 2026 at 12:12 PM, Off-Topic Discussion
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Fat Controller
Jan 19, 2026 at 7:20 AM
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What's Looking Good January 2026
Took a few photos of some of the flowers in the garden yesterday. Snowdrops have started to emergeGorseSarcococcaViburnum tinus and Winter flowering JasmineAlso posted a video of how the...
Took a few photos of some of the flowers in the garden yesterday. Snowdrops have started to emergeGorseSarcococcaViburnum tinus and Winter flowering JasmineAlso posted a video of how the garden looks now here.Happy gardening!
Took a few photos of some of the flowers in the garden yesterday. Snowdrops have started to emergeGorseSarcococcaViburnum tinus and Winter flowering JasmineAlso posted a video of how the garden looks now here.Happy gardening!
Took a few photos of some of the flowers in the garden yesterday. Snowdrops have started to emergeGorseSarcococcaViburnum tinus and Winter flowering JasmineAlso posted a video of how the...

Plantminded, Dec 31, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 2 3 4
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Macraignil
Jan 18, 2026 at 11:33 PM

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