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What's your weather like 2026
A bright sunny day. I walked up the road with sunglasses on.Shame it has to get dark so early still.Chilly tonight with freezing fog maybe. I like a bit of fog.
A bright sunny day. I walked up the road with sunglasses on.Shame it has to get dark so early still.Chilly tonight with freezing fog maybe. I like a bit of fog.
A bright sunny day. I walked up the road with sunglasses on.Shame it has to get dark so early still.Chilly tonight with freezing fog maybe. I like a bit of fog.
A bright sunny day. I walked up the road with sunglasses on.Shame it has to get dark so early still.Chilly tonight with freezing fog maybe. I like a bit of fog.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 43 44 45
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cactus_girl
Jan 28, 2026 at 6:10 PM
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What's buzzing flying near you 2026
I have a bumblebee in my garden since December, but it's the first time I have that. I think since last year, birds and plants are confused.While having a walk on 30 December, I was able to take...
I have a bumblebee in my garden since December, but it's the first time I have that. I think since last year, birds and plants are confused.While having a walk on 30 December, I was able to take pictures of two Robins.Last week, when we had sunshine and the tit couple was looking for...
I have a bumblebee in my garden since December, but it's the first time I have that. I think since last year, birds and plants are confused.While having a walk on 30 December, I was able to take pictures of two Robins.Last week, when we...
I have a bumblebee in my garden since December, but it's the first time I have that. I think since last year, birds and plants are confused.While having a walk on 30 December, I was able to take...

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Wildlife Corner ... 2
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 27, 2026 at 4:52 AM
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What's Looking Good January 2026
Are your photos taken at Ness Botanic Gardens @stephenprudence? The Acacias there were also spectacular in December.
Are your photos taken at Ness Botanic Gardens @stephenprudence? The Acacias there were also spectacular in December.
Are your photos taken at Ness Botanic Gardens @stephenprudence? The Acacias there were also spectacular in December.
Are your photos taken at Ness Botanic Gardens @stephenprudence? The Acacias there were also spectacular in December.
Plantminded, Dec 31, 2025, General Gardening Discussion ... 3 4 5
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Plantminded
Jan 28, 2026 at 7:36 PM
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What are we doing in the garden 2026
Cut back some of the brambles that are slowly taking over around the side of the house, managed to pull some of the roots up, but will have to dig the rest out.
Cut back some of the brambles that are slowly taking over around the side of the house, managed to pull some of the roots up, but will have to dig the rest out.
Cut back some of the brambles that are slowly taking over around the side of the house, managed to pull some of the roots up, but will have to dig the rest out.
Cut back some of the brambles that are slowly taking over around the side of the house, managed to pull some of the roots up, but will have to dig the rest out.
simone_in_wiltshire, Jan 1, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 6 7 8
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Logan
Jan 28, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Daphne - which variety to choose
If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice...
If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice but some things you might like to know. It looks better on neutral to acid conditions. Mine are...
If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice but some things you might like to know. It looks...
If you are thinking of buying Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' then I can show you some photos of that, and advise on how it grows. If I was to buy only one Daphne, then this would be my choice...

Alisa, Jan 24, 2026 at 4:18 PM, Other Plants ... 2
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Mrs Hillard
Jan 27, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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Latest moan from you and me 2026
Just looking at a weather app and adverts for a free online ADHD test. Hardly makes you wonder why the epidemic is getting out of hand.
Just looking at a weather app and adverts for a free online ADHD test. Hardly makes you wonder why the epidemic is getting out of hand.
Just looking at a weather app and adverts for a free online ADHD test. Hardly makes you wonder why the epidemic is getting out of hand.
Just looking at a weather app and adverts for a free online ADHD test. Hardly makes you wonder why the epidemic is getting out of hand.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 27 28 29
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pete
Jan 28, 2026 at 8:58 AM
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Greenhouse - Goodbye Old Friend, Hello New
Ramp is also a good idea for future proofing the access, in the unlikely event that either of you start ageing at some point The greenhouse is looking absolutely majestic ! Are you haveing a...
Ramp is also a good idea for future proofing the access, in the unlikely event that either of you start ageing at some point The greenhouse is looking absolutely majestic ! Are you haveing a house warming party @shiney ?
Ramp is also a good idea for future proofing the access, in the unlikely event that either of you start ageing at some point The greenhouse is looking absolutely majestic ! Are you haveing a house warming party @shiney ?
Ramp is also a good idea for future proofing the access, in the unlikely event that either of you start ageing at some point The greenhouse is looking absolutely majestic ! Are you haveing a...
shiney, Oct 25, 2025, Garden Projects and DIY ... 14 15 16
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Selleri
Jan 28, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Lilac
Thanks, I clocked that one and will be keeping an eye on it.
Thanks, I clocked that one and will be keeping an eye on it.
Thanks, I clocked that one and will be keeping an eye on it.
Thanks, I clocked that one and will be keeping an eye on it.
plantgirl, Jan 26, 2026 at 6:52 PM, Other Plants
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plantgirl
Jan 26, 2026 at 9:37 PM
Whaaattt?
The only useful purpose I ever knew local MPs to have was helping constituents who were being mucked about by DWP. I worked for DWP for a few years and the standard advice we gave people who were...
The only useful purpose I ever knew local MPs to have was helping constituents who were being mucked about by DWP. I worked for DWP for a few years and the standard advice we gave people who were having problems with claims was to get their MP to phone DWP. It was amazing just how quickly...
The only useful purpose I ever knew local MPs to have was helping constituents who were being mucked about by DWP. I worked for DWP for a few years and the standard advice we gave people who were having problems with claims was to get their MP...
The only useful purpose I ever knew local MPs to have was helping constituents who were being mucked about by DWP. I worked for DWP for a few years and the standard advice we gave people who were...
Tidemark, Aug 17, 2024, Off-Topic Discussion ... 331 332 333
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KT53
Jan 27, 2026 at 7:15 PM
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Tomato Growing 2026
Nobody "bred" the flavour out of Gardeners Delight, all open pollinated varieties wander a bit, it takes an effort to keep them "true" to type. If the grower doesn't put the effort into removing...
Nobody "bred" the flavour out of Gardeners Delight, all open pollinated varieties wander a bit, it takes an effort to keep them "true" to type. If the grower doesn't put the effort into removing plants that don't fit the type then the variety gradually wanders away until as in the case of...
Nobody "bred" the flavour out of Gardeners Delight, all open pollinated varieties wander a bit, it takes an effort to keep them "true" to type. If the grower doesn't put the effort into removing plants that don't fit the type then the variety...
Nobody "bred" the flavour out of Gardeners Delight, all open pollinated varieties wander a bit, it takes an effort to keep them "true" to type. If the grower doesn't put the effort into removing...
eatenbyweasels, Dec 18, 2025, Edible Gardening ... 2 3
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NigelJ
Jan 28, 2026 at 7:31 PM
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What an eejit!
I knew someone who bought a job lot of smoke detectors and put them under the stairs in a carrier bag and forgot about them. You know the rest of the story.....
I knew someone who bought a job lot of smoke detectors and put them under the stairs in a carrier bag and forgot about them. You know the rest of the story.....
I knew someone who bought a job lot of smoke detectors and put them under the stairs in a carrier bag and forgot about them. You know the rest of the story.....
I knew someone who bought a job lot of smoke detectors and put them under the stairs in a carrier bag and forgot about them. You know the rest of the story.....
BB3, Jan 21, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2
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BB3
Jan 26, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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Yawn Yawn Wakey Wakey 2026
I find Olbas Oil great when I get bouts of sinusitis. For my recent cold, I was using a supermarket version of cold and flu relief, with paracetamol and phenylephrine, plus caffeine in the daytime...
I find Olbas Oil great when I get bouts of sinusitis. For my recent cold, I was using a supermarket version of cold and flu relief, with paracetamol and phenylephrine, plus caffeine in the daytime version. The night time tablets didn’t have the caffeine. I did try to find some phenylephrine to...
I find Olbas Oil great when I get bouts of sinusitis. For my recent cold, I was using a supermarket version of cold and flu relief, with paracetamol and phenylephrine, plus caffeine in the daytime version. The night time tablets didn’t have the...
I find Olbas Oil great when I get bouts of sinusitis. For my recent cold, I was using a supermarket version of cold and flu relief, with paracetamol and phenylephrine, plus caffeine in the daytime...
Loofah, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 27 28 29
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Ergates
Jan 28, 2026 at 7:07 PM
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All things automotive
Rarely is there anything without bias nowadays. The only variation seems to be whether your bias is deemed virtuous or not, regardless of whether you right or wrong
Rarely is there anything without bias nowadays. The only variation seems to be whether your bias is deemed virtuous or not, regardless of whether you right or wrong
Rarely is there anything without bias nowadays. The only variation seems to be whether your bias is deemed virtuous or not, regardless of whether you right or wrong
Rarely is there anything without bias nowadays. The only variation seems to be whether your bias is deemed virtuous or not, regardless of whether you right or wrong
Fat Controller, Jan 16, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3
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Fat Controller
Jan 26, 2026 at 6:10 PM
My Garden Progress
I would do it before the phlox starts into growth - the new growth can be soft and easily damaged (although it will regrow).
I would do it before the phlox starts into growth - the new growth can be soft and easily damaged (although it will regrow).
I would do it before the phlox starts into growth - the new growth can be soft and easily damaged (although it will regrow).
I would do it before the phlox starts into growth - the new growth can be soft and easily damaged (although it will regrow).
Kevin Cowans, Jul 19, 2018, General Gardening Discussion ... 52 53 54
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JennyJB
Jan 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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A Joke or Two 2026

JWK, Jan 1, 2026, The Muppet Show ... 9 10 11
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Bluejayway
Jan 28, 2026 at 10:04 AM
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JANUARY PHOTO COMPETITION 2026
Food porn
Food porn
Food porn
Food porn

shiney, Jan 1, 2026, Photo Competitions
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Penny_Forthem
Jan 25, 2026 at 7:02 PM
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Show us your gardening purchases 2026
It looks to be a fairly prostrate form Mound forming at least.
It looks to be a fairly prostrate form Mound forming at least.
It looks to be a fairly prostrate form Mound forming at least.
It looks to be a fairly prostrate form Mound forming at least.
Selleri, Jan 2, 2026, General Gardening Discussion ... 2
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pete
Jan 28, 2026 at 2:50 PM
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Things that have made you happy today 2026
I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
I saw a blackbird while walking. It landed a half a meter in front of me on a stone wall. It’s the first time since 2024 that I saw one again.
JWK, Jan 1, 2026, Off-Topic Discussion ... 2 3 4
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simone_in_wiltshire
Jan 25, 2026 at 3:57 PM
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I am often puzzled by modern life.
@Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be...
@Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be simpler. It is such a basic thing and there are millions of over 70s required to do regular updates.
@Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be simpler. It is such a basic thing and there are...
@Tidemark, when I last did mine, I didn't need an appt, but had to go in within certain hrs as only one member of staff was trained to do it, and she worked part time.Honestly, it should be...
Tidemark, Apr 21, 2025, Off-Topic Discussion ... 23 24 25
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ViewAhead
Jan 27, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Can mature ash trees be pruned/thinned?
I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly...
I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly with older properties , but if neither you nor your neighbour can definitey prove one way or another...
I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly with older properties , but if neither you nor...
I'd suggest you first try and ascertain the exact boundary line and whether the boundary is yours or the neighbour's or whether it is a "shared" boundary. Not the easiest of tasks, particularly...
TheMadHedger, Jan 19, 2026, Trees
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Philippa
Jan 25, 2026 at 12:43 PM

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