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Here at Real Aquatics we sell thousands of fibreglass ponds every year. When we book a delivery with you, we will always run through a checklist to ensure you are aware of the process. However, not all customers pay attention, and sometimes costly (and amusing!) mistakes are made.

A fibreglass pond will save you many hours over installing a pond using a pond liner. A fribreglass pond also comes with a lifetime guarantee, so (unlike pond liner) you are completely covered in the unlikely event of a leak. Here are some important things to consider when ordering a fibreglass pond.

Here at Real Aquatics we sell thousands of fibreglass ponds every year. As a new pond season dawns, many of you are wondering, how exactly do we get a fibreglass pond delivered to our home?

Weather loaches are peaceful and hardy, so make an ideal species for the aquarium. Weather loach are are easy to care for and will interact socially when kept in small groups.

The numerous tiny pores in ceramic media provide an ideal surface area for beneficial bacteria to grow. These bacteria play a key role in the nitrogen cycle by converting harmful ammonia and nitrite into less toxic nitrate. This process helps to keep the aquarium's water chemistry balanced and safe for fish and other aquatic life.

Oyster shells provide a large surface area for beneficial bacteria to colonize. These bacteria help in breaking down harmful ammonia and nitrite into less toxic nitrate, which is essential for maintaining a healthy aquarium environment.

Venturing into the realm of alternative fish species presents an opportunity to diversify the life within your UK pond and introduce a splash of the unusual. For those intrigued by the path less travelled, species such as Orfe, Tench, or Rudd offer a refreshing change.

Above are listed the top 5 best preformed ponds for 2025, based on Real Aquatics 2024 sales and reliability data from Real Aquatics outlets on eBay, Amazon and official websites.

The list above consists of pre-formed garden ponds only, and does not include variations such as pond liners or pre-packed liner and underlay.

Fountain pond pumps are ideal for creating a display in small to medium ponds or water features, and are typically not overly powerful at filtering or circulating pond water. Above are listed the top 5 best submersible pond pumps for 2025, based on Real Aquatics 2024 sales and reliability data.

Native to Southeast Asia, Kissing Gourami fish are popular in aquariums due to their unique look and behavior. They can grow up to 12 inches long and are generally peaceful, though they can get territorial with their own kind.