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Expert tips, seasonal guides, and practical advice to help you care for your pond—whether it’s a peaceful wildlife haven or a perfectly kept koi pond.
Large Pond Clearance in Stow Bedon – Restoring a Norfolk Garden Back to Life
ABBCO carried out a large pond clearance in Stow Bedon, transforming an overgrown, reed-filled pond into a clear, open-water feature ready for wildlife to thrive again.
Pond Clean and Reline in King’s Lynn – When a Simple Job Turns into a Full Pond Rescue
What started as a simple pond clean in King’s Lynn became a full pond reline after the original HDPE liner failed. ABBCO installed a long-lasting EPDM liner with a natural coir edge — transforming the pond into a clean, wildlife-friendly feature.
Safe Fish Storage and Transportation from Guyhirn to ABBCO HQ
ABBCO provided safe fish storage and transportation for a Guyhirn client moving house with sentimental koi and goldfish. Using custom tanks and professional care, all fish were moved safely and housed at ABBCO HQ while two new ponds are built.
Pond Renovation in New Costessey, Norwich – A Wildlife-Friendly Garden Transformation
A recent pond renovation in New Costessey, Norwich shows how ABBCO restores tired ponds into beautiful, wildlife-safe garden features. This project included a turf nature ramp, upgraded filtration system, and a complete clean — all finished in just one day.
Small Pond Clearance & Restoration in Saham Toney, Norfolk
ABBCO carried out a small pond clearance in Saham Toney, Norfolk, removing overgrown plants to restore sunlight, clarity, and healthy water balance.
Attenuation Pond Clearance & Flow Restoration – Great Fransham, Norfolk
ABBCO restored an attenuation pond in Great Fransham, Norfolk, by removing duckweed, water hawthorn, and white lilies. The clearance improved UV penetration, restored water flow, and rebalanced the pond’s ecosystem.
Large Pond Clearance & Maintenance in Norfolk
ABBCO recently completed a large pond clearance in Scarning, Dereham, where a 10ft-deep pond had become overrun with Water Soldiers and Elodea crispa. Our expert team safely removed invasive plants, restoring UV light penetration to the pond bed — helping oxygen levels recover and kickstarting natural wildlife activity. Regular large pond maintenance like this is key to keeping Norfolk’s ponds clear, balanced, and thriving.
Safe Koi Transport from King’s Lynn to Friskney, Lincolnshire
Successfully transported 3 large Koi from King’s Lynn to Friskney, Lincolnshire. Using our fully biosecure DFTV, the move was safe, stress-free, and professional — here’s what the client had to say: “Morgan moved our 3 koi… very professionally and very stress free for both us and the fish.”
Pond Clearance in Eye, Suffolk: Restoring a Neglected Wildlife Pond
We recently completed a large pond clearance in Eye, Suffolk, transforming an overgrown, stagnant pond into a clear and healthy wildlife habitat. A previous contractor had only used weedkiller, leaving the pond clogged with weeds and silt. By carrying out full manual removal and restoration, we brought the pond back to life — improving water quality, boosting biodiversity, and creating a stunning feature for the garden.
Stunning New Water Feature Installation in Swaffham
When a client from Swaffham bought a stunning fountain at the Royal Norfolk Show, they quickly realised installing it wasn’t a DIY job. That’s where ABBCO stepped in. From laser-level precision and concrete foundations to an upgraded pump and engineering brick coping, we transformed their vision into a flawless custom water feature. If you’re looking for specialist pond installation or water feature construction in Norfolk, this is how we make it happen.
Water Feature Upgrade in Fleggburgh: High-Flow Pump, UV System & Heron Deterrent Install by ABBCO
ABBCO transformed a complex Fleggburgh pond setup with new pumps, UV filtration, and a heron deterrent system. Full results and review inside.
Landscaper vs Pond Specialist — This Is Why Experience Matters.
Discover why hiring a pond specialist matters. See how ABBCO fixed a landscaper’s mistake that drained a pond, and learn how expert design prevents disasters.
Bringing a Neglected Water Feature Back to Life with EPDM Rubber Paint
Leaking water feature? See how ABBCO restored a failed fountain using black EPDM rubber paint for a waterproof, mirrored finish that lasts.
From Pea Soup to Crystal Clear: How ABBCO Saved This North Pickenham Pond
This North Pickenham pond was on the verge of being filled in — green, murky, and unfixable. After a full drain, deep clean, UV bulb replacement, and pump repositioning by ABBCO, it was crystal clear in just 8 hours. Read how we turned pea soup into perfection.
Natural Pond Installation in Bexwell – Built via FaceTime
ABBCO recently completed a stunning natural pond build in Bexwell — all while the client watched remotely from California via FaceTime. Using GPS surveying and CAT scanning, we designed and installed a low-maintenance, wildlife-friendly pond that now waters the surrounding garden and needs zero upkeep. Built with full creative licence (and a bit of long-distance trust), this is proof that modern pond design doesn’t need borders — just the right expertise.
Safe & Seamless: Expert Prize Koi Transport from London to Birmingham
"18 prized koi. 100+ miles. Zero stress."
We recently helped a client transport his brother’s champion koi collection from London to Birmingham using our fully equipped fish transport vehicle. With expert handling, oxygenated holding vats, and years of experience, the move went perfectly. If you need safe, professional koi transport anywhere in the UK – we’re the team to trust.
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The Only One of Its Kind: ABBCO’s Game-Changer for Fish Transport
Say goodbye to sloshy tanks and stressed-out fish.
We’ve built the UK’s only DFTV—an 1100L towable fish transport unit with 120LPM of dissolved oxygen, internal baffles for perfect stability, and torsion bar suspension for the smoothest ride. Years of testing, time, and money went into this. The result? A serious upgrade for serious fish transport.
Expert Live Fish Transport: 425-Mile Goldfish Relocation from Weybridge to Dunbar
When a couple relocated from Weybridge to Dunbar, they brought their 15-year-old goldfish with them — 425 miles across the UK. With expert help from ABBCO Fish Transportation, Honey Child and Shadow Time were safely moved in a fully oxygenated, DEFRA-compliant transport system. This blog breaks down the specialist process of long-distance fish relocation and why it worked.
Fish on the Move: Inside Professional Fish Transport at ABBCO
Moving fish isn't as simple as filling a tub and hitting the road. At ABBCO, we provide professional, DEFRA-licensed fish transport across the UK and Ireland — using temperature-controlled, oxygenated systems and fully sterilised equipment to prevent stress, disease, and legal issues. Whether it's koi, Goldfish, or full pond stocks, we move fish safely, legally, and without the horror stories.
Pond Reconstruction in Wymondham
Pond Reconstruction in Wymondham
From Frustration to Wildlife Sanctuary
After years of battling duckweed, a leaking liner, and an awkward composite-decked edge, this Wymondham client turned to ABBCO for a more natural finish. What started as an overgrown, unfinished pond is now a thriving, wildlife-friendly space with soft-planted margins, restored structure, and a look that finally feels complete.
“Morgan delivered a superb result… Highly recommended.”
Read the full story and see the before-and-after photos of this striking transformation.
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