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The Best Pond Vacuums for 2025

The Best Pond Vacuums for 2025

Announcements

A pond vacuum will help keep your pond clean, and ease the pressure on your pond filter. Pond vacuums are also handy for removing built-up sludge from non-filtered and wildlife ponds.

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

The Best Aquarium External Filters for 2025

The Best Aquarium External Filters for 2025

Announcements

Herein are listed the top 5 best aquarium external filters for 2025, based on Real Aquatics 2024 sales and reliability data from Real Aquatics outlets on eBay, Amazon and official websites.

The list consists of both external and hang-on filters only, and does not include variations such as internal filters and sponge filters - these are featured in separate awards.

Tales from a Glass Fibre Pond Delivery Driver

Tales from a Glass Fibre Pond Delivery Driver

Announcements

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.

Things to consider when purchasing a Fibreglass Pond

Things to consider when purchasing a Fibreglass Pond

Coldwater

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.

How do we deliver Fibreglass Ponds to your home?

How do we deliver Fibreglass Ponds to your home?

Aquarium Maintenance

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?

Fish Profiles | Weather Loach

Fish Profiles | Weather Loach

Bottom Feeders

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.

How does Ceramic Filter Media work?

How does Ceramic Filter Media work?

Aquarium Maintenance

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.

Are Oyster Shells a Good Filter Media for Aquariums?

Are Oyster Shells a Good Filter Media for Aquariums?

Aquarium Maintenance

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.

PondXpert Guide | Which Fish for my Pond?

PondXpert Guide | Which Fish for my Pond?

Carp

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.