Pond Update

Because our house is built on greensand clay the foundations had to be dug very deep.  The original builders then had to spread the excess soil around to create a workable landscape, but they were not allowed to take down any more trees.  They created some space for these trees but they didn't do well in the dip as water gathered there and they were rotting.


We took the trees down in April and last week the work began on creating a pond.  First the digger pulled up all the old roots, then the groundwork started to create the basic shape and now they have laid a membrane down, covered it with sand and will lay another membrane down - BEFORE laying the liner.  The reason for this is to protect the liner from any sharp stones that may surface underneath.  If the liner gets ripped it is all over!

Here is the liner laid out ready, it will be fitted once the ground, membrane and sand work have been completed.  It is rectangular but will be fitted to create a soft rounded shape for the pond.  


Brilliant work by Jon and Steve of Whyte Leaf Paving Ltd  www.wpaving.co.uk