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  1. JWK
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    What's your weather like 2026

    She will probably do some burgers to freeze ... she does that kind of thing. :biggrin: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. :biggrin: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. :biggrin: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. :biggrin: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
  2. Sheal
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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
  3. JWK
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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
  4. hailbopp

    Any tips on splitting Aruncas.

    Sterling work @hailbopp !
    Sterling work @hailbopp !
    Sterling work @hailbopp !
    Sterling work @hailbopp !
    hailbopp, Jan 20, 2026 at 1:00 PM, General Gardening Discussion
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    CarolineL
    Jan 20, 2026 at 5:30 PM
  5. Loofah
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    Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026

    Evening folks.Another gloomy day but I did my walk as if I don’t go just because of rain then I’d never go! The day was cheered up as I’ve just seen my niece and sister and we played the...
    Evening folks.Another gloomy day but I did my walk as if I don’t go just because of rain then I’d never go! The day was cheered up as I’ve just seen my niece and sister and we played the Horrible Histories board game. Niece was showing me her Girl Guide badges - they’ve changed since my time!...
    Evening folks.Another gloomy day but I did my walk as if I don’t go just because of rain then I’d never go! The day was cheered up as I’ve just seen my niece and sister and we played the Horrible Histories board game. Niece was showing me her...
    Evening folks.Another gloomy day but I did my walk as if I don’t go just because of rain then I’d never go! The day was cheered up as I’ve just seen my niece and sister and we played the...
    Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 21 22 23
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    AuntyRach
    Jan 21, 2026 at 6:10 PM
  6. simone_in_wiltshire
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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
  7. simone_in_wiltshire
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    Where to go and what can I expect

    I’m amazed that he (or she?) has survived. It’s above the knee close to the hip area. I did found last year a huge bare upper leg bone in the garden and was wondering what animal has such bone. I...
    I’m amazed that he (or she?) has survived. It’s above the knee close to the hip area. I did found last year a huge bare upper leg bone in the garden and was wondering what animal has such bone. I would never have thought that could be from the nearby fox. They had their den 3 houses further to...
    I’m amazed that he (or she?) has survived. It’s above the knee close to the hip area. I did found last year a huge bare upper leg bone in the garden and was wondering what animal has such bone. I would never have thought that could be from the...
    I’m amazed that he (or she?) has survived. It’s above the knee close to the hip area. I did found last year a huge bare upper leg bone in the garden and was wondering what animal has such bone. I...
    simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 13, 2026, Gardening Discussions ... 2 3 4
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    simone_in_wiltshire
    Jan 21, 2026 at 11:04 AM
  8. JWK
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    Vegetable Growing 2026

    Got to the plots today, as it was bright but very breezy postponed the winter wash (spray) on the fruit trees. Weeded the Rhubarb and the Asparagus. Got some manure spread on the Rhubarb, with...
    Got to the plots today, as it was bright but very breezy postponed the winter wash (spray) on the fruit trees. Weeded the Rhubarb and the Asparagus. Got some manure spread on the Rhubarb, with difficulty as in spite of the heap being covered, the muck is very very wet and heavy. The ground is...
    Got to the plots today, as it was bright but very breezy postponed the winter wash (spray) on the fruit trees. Weeded the Rhubarb and the Asparagus. Got some manure spread on the Rhubarb, with difficulty as in spite of the heap being covered,...
    Got to the plots today, as it was bright but very breezy postponed the winter wash (spray) on the fruit trees. Weeded the Rhubarb and the Asparagus. Got some manure spread on the Rhubarb, with...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Edible Gardening
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    Allotment Boy
    Jan 20, 2026 at 3:45 PM
  9. LG_

    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
  10. JWK
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    What's buzzing flying near you 2026

    A few bubble bee's about this morning :)
    A few bubble bee's about this morning :)
    A few bubble bee's about this morning :)
    A few bubble bee's about this morning :)
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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    Jiffy
    Jan 20, 2026 at 1:35 PM
  11. JWK
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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
  12. shiney
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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 :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
    Someone who Hasn’t got a greenhouse and would love one, I’m not envious at all :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
    Someone who Hasn’t got a greenhouse and would love one, I’m not envious at all :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
    Someone who Hasn’t got a greenhouse and would love one, I’m not envious at all :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
    shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 11 12 13
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    GreenFingeredPete
    Jan 20, 2026 at 10:42 PM
  13. JWK
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    Show Off Your Pets 2026

    The light background is the key with photographing black pets. My Charlie is almost impossible to take a good picture of especially if snuggled in a ball.How about this word for the act of...
    The light background is the key with photographing black pets. My Charlie is almost impossible to take a good picture of especially if snuggled in a ball.How about this word for the act of furiously tidying up before an unexpected visitor arrives: scurryfunge.
    The light background is the key with photographing black pets. My Charlie is almost impossible to take a good picture of especially if snuggled in a ball.How about this word for the act of furiously tidying up before an unexpected visitor...
    The light background is the key with photographing black pets. My Charlie is almost impossible to take a good picture of especially if snuggled in a ball.How about this word for the act of...
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Pets Corner ... 3 4 5
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    AuntyRach
    Jan 21, 2026 at 4:49 PM
  14. Tidemark

    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
  15. Selleri
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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
  16. JWK
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    A Joke or Two 2026

    My nephew told me the 'm' one a few years back @Ergates
    My nephew told me the 'm' one a few years back @Ergates
    My nephew told me the 'm' one a few years back @Ergates
    My nephew told me the 'm' one a few years back @Ergates
    JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 7 8 9
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    Ladybird4
    Jan 21, 2026 at 2:33 PM
  17. AnniD
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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
  18. roders

    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
  19. JWK
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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
  20. TheMadHedger

    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
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