Hi from Cavan,Ireland

[Ardkillbeg]

I am thinking of building a raised pond on decking.I am complete novice and am interested in suggested depths and if a pond fountain is adequate overcoming the need for filters.The lining I am thinking of using is 2M x £m ,so pond overall size will be determined by the liner size.Any tips or suggestions are welcome.

 

[sissy]

Welcome and my pond is raised ,I love natural look ponds but easier to get a raised pond and love sitting on the wall relaxing when I am doing yard work .Not sure what your average temps might be so hard to answer depth .Mine is over 4 ft. more for keeping water cool during summer than for winter cold

 

[addy1]

to our group

Our pond is 5 foot deep to handle the cold winters, without needing to bring the fish in for the winter.

What temperatures do you have there?

 

[Ardkillbeg]

thanks for your reply.
The temp was -18c last winter although this was a record.It can be +2c in day and normal no lower than -5c nightly.

 

[j.w]

Ardkillbeg

 

[addy1]

So a low "normal" of -5c ie 23 f. You need some depth for the fish, also insulate the walls of the pond to keep it form freezing solid. You might need a stock tank heater to keep it from freezing up, or run an aerator to keep the pond from freezing over.

 

[Becky]

Hello and welcome aboard! :wave: