The shallow sides that are beneficial for wildlife also make ponds safer for children ... Pond plants should ideally be bought from a supplier of UK native pond plants - these can easily be found ...

Some creatures hibernate or migrate, but some (like us) stick out the harsh weather. Food is scarce and these animals can often struggle to make it through to spring. But your garden can offer ...

Avoid breaking the ice as the reverberations can disturb pond life. Great crested newts are rare in the UK and protected. It's illegal to catch, possess or handle them without a licence ...

If you're looking for your next garden project and want something low maintenance that's also beneficial for the entire ...

If you want to start monitoring the wildlife in your pond, we have gathered a variety of surveys from UK wildlife organisations that are easy for beginners. We also have links to helpful ...

Ponds are probably the single most important wildlife feature that can be added to a garden, attracting a host of creatures from birds, to frogs and beneficial insects. Define the perimeter of the ...