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  1. Tidemark

    Whaaattt?

    My cousin lives in the new forest and they have to cull the deer simply because the population is so high that in a bad year, they can simply starve. To get a license to cull them he had to go...
    My cousin lives in the new forest and they have to cull the deer simply because the population is so high that in a bad year, they can simply starve. To get a license to cull them he had to go through a very rigorous test and prove that he could kill them in one shot. He now longer does it bit...
    My cousin lives in the new forest and they have to cull the deer simply because the population is so high that in a bad year, they can simply starve. To get a license to cull them he had to go through a very rigorous test and prove that he could...
    My cousin lives in the new forest and they have to cull the deer simply because the population is so high that in a bad year, they can simply starve. To get a license to cull them he had to go...
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  2. Dorset-Tim

    New Tree for the Garden

    Hi @Busy-Lizzie When I looked into it, that guidance only applies when you have an actual hedge. It does not if it's a solidary tree. If we weren't allow to break up the fence line, gardens with...
    Hi @Busy-Lizzie When I looked into it, that guidance only applies when you have an actual hedge. It does not if it's a solidary tree. If we weren't allow to break up the fence line, gardens with the same arrangement as mine would be very boring.@Plantminded either that, or replace the...
    Hi @Busy-Lizzie When I looked into it, that guidance only applies when you have an actual hedge. It does not if it's a solidary tree. If we weren't allow to break up the fence line, gardens with the same arrangement as mine would be very...
    Hi @Busy-Lizzie When I looked into it, that guidance only applies when you have an actual hedge. It does not if it's a solidary tree. If we weren't allow to break up the fence line, gardens with...
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  3. JWK
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    Your day (apart from gardening) what took place ? 2025

    My grandson giggled his head off when I called him “ flower” and “ pet” for the first time. He kindly told me that he wasn’t a flower or a pet:heehee: You just gotta love ‘em. So then I said “ pet lamb”...
    My grandson giggled his head off when I called him “ flower” and “ pet” for the first time. He kindly told me that he wasn’t a flower or a pet:heehee: You just gotta love ‘em. So then I said “ pet lamb” which is another little name from Lancashire. :lolpt:.
    My grandson giggled his head off when I called him “ flower” and “ pet” for the first time. He kindly told me that he wasn’t a flower or a pet:heehee: You just gotta love ‘em. So then I said “ pet lamb” which is another little name from Lancashire. :lolpt:.
    My grandson giggled his head off when I called him “ flower” and “ pet” for the first time. He kindly told me that he wasn’t a flower or a pet:heehee: You just gotta love ‘em. So then I said “ pet lamb”...
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  4. Cornsquashandy

    Squash/gourd id help please!

    Could the seedling have been the result of a cross ? Have you looked at any sites selling ornamental ones at all - tho I wouldn't describe yours as ornamental . The only ornamentals I have...
    Could the seedling have been the result of a cross ? Have you looked at any sites selling ornamental ones at all - tho I wouldn't describe yours as ornamental . The only ornamentals I have grown in the past were Turks Turban and Bottle Gourds but I imagine there are quite a few others by now.
    Could the seedling have been the result of a cross ? Have you looked at any sites selling ornamental ones at all - tho I wouldn't describe yours as ornamental . The only ornamentals I have grown in the past were Turks Turban and Bottle Gourds...
    Could the seedling have been the result of a cross ? Have you looked at any sites selling ornamental ones at all - tho I wouldn't describe yours as ornamental . The only ornamentals I have...
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  5. JWK
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    A Joke Or Two 2025

    Brilliant @roders , that made me laugh out loud :loll:
    Brilliant @roders , that made me laugh out loud :loll:
    Brilliant @roders , that made me laugh out loud :loll:
    Brilliant @roders , that made me laugh out loud :loll:
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  6. wiseowl
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    Show Off Your Pets 2025

    Thanks everyone. She was starved yesterday, was still drinking but violently expelling it later. Last night things calmed down a little and I only had to get up a couple of times. She seems...
    Thanks everyone. She was starved yesterday, was still drinking but violently expelling it later. Last night things calmed down a little and I only had to get up a couple of times. She seems brighter this morning and wanted to go for a walk, so I think she's over the worst of it now.They...
    Thanks everyone. She was starved yesterday, was still drinking but violently expelling it later. Last night things calmed down a little and I only had to get up a couple of times. She seems brighter this morning and wanted to go for a walk, so I...
    Thanks everyone. She was starved yesterday, was still drinking but violently expelling it later. Last night things calmed down a little and I only had to get up a couple of times. She seems...
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  7. wiseowl
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    Latest Moan From You and Me 2025

    @cactus_girl The Covid jab is only being given to the over 75s and those in high risk groups.
    @cactus_girl The Covid jab is only being given to the over 75s and those in high risk groups.
    @cactus_girl The Covid jab is only being given to the over 75s and those in high risk groups.
    @cactus_girl The Covid jab is only being given to the over 75s and those in high risk groups.
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  8. Loofah
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    What are we doing in the garden 2025

    It's been too wet to do anything here without treading mud everywhere. However, my lawn was covered with worm casts again so yesterday I spread them over the lawn and gave the lawn a light raking,...
    It's been too wet to do anything here without treading mud everywhere. However, my lawn was covered with worm casts again so yesterday I spread them over the lawn and gave the lawn a light raking, to improve the look.
    It's been too wet to do anything here without treading mud everywhere. However, my lawn was covered with worm casts again so yesterday I spread them over the lawn and gave the lawn a light raking, to improve the look.
    It's been too wet to do anything here without treading mud everywhere. However, my lawn was covered with worm casts again so yesterday I spread them over the lawn and gave the lawn a light raking,...
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  9. wiseowl
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2025

    Good morning all.I hope your eye feels better today and your migraine has goneI think you could have used the chicken in a stir fry @AuntyRach as it could have been heated enough to sterilise...
    Good morning all.I hope your eye feels better today and your migraine has goneI think you could have used the chicken in a stir fry @AuntyRach as it could have been heated enough to sterilise it again.We've been to the monthly farmers' market in the village hall. It was today instead of...
    Good morning all.I hope your eye feels better today and your migraine has goneI think you could have used the chicken in a stir fry @AuntyRach as it could have been heated enough to sterilise it again.We've been to the monthly farmers'...
    Good morning all.I hope your eye feels better today and your migraine has goneI think you could have used the chicken in a stir fry @AuntyRach as it could have been heated enough to sterilise...
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  10. hi2u_uk

    is my plant about to flower ?

    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
    My Daffodils are now out in full bloom in the garden and my local co-op is selling cream eggs.
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  11. AnniD

    Strictly Come Dancing 2025

    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my thoughts. Maybe I should be on the panel next year. I...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. Interestingly, for once, the judges agreed with my...
    I only watched bits of a couple of earlier shows, but watched the whole of the final. I thought all couples performed well although parts a couple of the actual routines weren't great. ...
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  12. ArmyAirForce

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

    20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create...
    20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create the 3D files, just downloaded them, but I've since modified the fox file as we were struggling to...
    20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create the 3D files, just downloaded them, but I've since...
    20th December 2025The cookie cutters got a test on Saturday. The hedgehog cutter needed the detail pieces reducing in depth, as they were cutting too far through the shortbread. I didn't create...
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  13. Michael Hewett
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    Slow pages

    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning as it was taking so long to open the box to post a reply! No problem with any other site. The same...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning as it was taking so long to open the box to post a...
    I've had problems with slow page refresh and also having to 'Post Reply' several times before it's accepted. It's been like that for a few days. I actually gave up waiting earlier this morning...
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  14. wiseowl
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    Whats Your Weather Like 2025

    Dull, damp and dreary but a sunny spell is promised this afternoon. Max 10c.
    Dull, damp and dreary but a sunny spell is promised this afternoon. Max 10c.
    Dull, damp and dreary but a sunny spell is promised this afternoon. Max 10c.
    Dull, damp and dreary but a sunny spell is promised this afternoon. Max 10c.
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  15. Cornsquashandy

    Squash/gourd id help please!

    Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could...
    Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could it be an inedible gourd? Any suggestions gratefully received! Thank you
    Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could it be an inedible gourd? Any suggestions gratefully...
    Hi everyone Here’s a pic of a squash/gourd that someone gave me the seedling for last summer. The skin is very hard so peeling it is very difficult; not like a pumpkin or butternut squash. Could...
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  16. JWK
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    What's buzzing or flying near you 2025 ?

    They are easy to overlook with all the glamorous males around.
    They are easy to overlook with all the glamorous males around.
    They are easy to overlook with all the glamorous males around.
    They are easy to overlook with all the glamorous males around.
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  17. shiney
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    DECEMBER PHOTO COMPETITION 2025

    Fireside Lights
    Fireside Lights
    Fireside Lights
    Fireside Lights
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  18. wiseowl
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    Friendly x 8

    SEASONS GREETINGS TO ALL OUR MEMBERS

    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
    Merry Christmas and a Happy New Gardening Year to one and all!
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  19. Spruce
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    2025 Happy Christmas & happy New Year

    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
    Thank you, and MERRY CHRISTMAS ! to you all
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  20. shiney
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    What's Looking Good December 2025

    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
    I've got polyanthus in flower but haven't done any pictures yet, it's usually raining when i have the time.
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