Hickstead Koi

24/09/2025

And so it begins!

A lot of hard work going into the coming days.

We can't wait to see it all set up and bustling.

24/09/2025

September is the ideal time to check on your fish and equipment to avoid problems later. A few simple checks now can help you catch early signs of stress or illness and ensure everything is running as it should.

✔️ Spot signs of disease early
✔️ Check water quality and parameters
✔️ Inspect filters, heaters, and lighting
✔️ Adjust feeding and maintenance routines

Read the full guide:
Essential Fish Health Checks for September: https://ow.ly/p7b450WV9ZK

22/09/2025

22/09/2025

Now is the perfect time to run a prevention treatment in your pond before the water temperature drops, bacteria starts to die off and the fish slow down. Treating now reduces chances of problems in the spring when the dormant parasites wake up and want to feed, your fish will have a lower immune system so it will be harder to fight them off or treat in the colder temperatures.

Using salt in a fish pond can provide health benefits to koi by aiding with osmoregulation, treating parasites, reducing stress, and detoxifying nitrite levels.

Anti-parasite treatment in a fish pond offers significant benefits by improving koi health and water quality, preventing severe outbreaks of harmful parasites like flukes, lice, and white spot, and reducing stress on fish whose immune systems are already weakened. Regular treatment strengthens the fish's immune response, encourages mucus production for a healthy slime coat, and can even help mitigate the effects of nitrite toxicity, all of which are crucial for the long-term well-being of your fish.

22/09/2025

Drop by our stand and see for yourself what we have. Some great fish to be had this weekend!

22/09/2025

❓ DID YOU KNOW? ❓

The latest Tempest Polisher is tougher and easier to maintain than ever before.

✔️ 3mm heavy-duty stainless steel brackets — for increased strength and durability
✔️ 1½" union ball valves — giving you improved flow control
✔️ New waste assembly with integrated air inlet valve — for faster, cleaner maintenance.

Built to perform. Designed to last.

🛒 Available now from Evolution Aqua stockists.

🖥️ Learn more: evolutionaqua.com/tempest-filter

22/09/2025

Discover how to care for your pond through autumn with our simple maintenance plan. From clearing leaves and vacuuming sludge to switching your fish onto wheatgerm food and preparing equipment for winter, this guide covers everything you need to keep your pond clean, balanced, and ready for the colder months.
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20/09/2025

Just one week away! Hope to see you at our stand! Some deals and bargains to be had.

19/09/2025

The leaves will be dropping, just like the temperature is.

There are a few ways to help free your pond of leaves and vegetation debris.

Have you thought of a skimmer? Some are floating, some attach to your pump. Either would be a great idea to get that floating waste out. You should also be netting out any leaves that you notice. Before long, they will disintegrate and sink to the bottom, causing issues later on. Good water quality is essential all year round, not just when we are out in the spring and summer watching them and feeding them.

Putting a net cover over is another option. We have several sizes to suit many ponds. You could even staple them to a few frames, which can be lifted off in seconds. They come with pegs, should you wish to use them.

Drop in soon and pick up your autumn essentials.

17/09/2025

Not long now

17/09/2025

In autumn, switch koi from high-protein food to a wheat germ-based staple food as their metabolism slows with cooler water temperatures (around 10-15°C), which is essential for proper digestion. Feed less frequently, only offering what they can consume quickly, and stop feeding entirely if the water temperature drops below 10-12°C, as undigested food can cause serious health issues. Monitor water temperature with a pond thermometer to determine when to reduce feeding and switch foods

15/09/2025

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