Haha thank you so much for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it but sorry I’ve cost you money! 😂 like I say just as a disclaimer, definitely use 4x2 lengths instead of what we used, I made a mistake on the order, but it is still working, bigger is always better though
I literally had purchased all my lumber already, and was starting to feel a little overwhelmed. Watched your video, and I'm completely excited and remotivated. Mine is going to be almost exactly like this, only 1 foot longer, and a 1 foot ledge on 3 sides for added water garden
I fully get that! When it comes to this amount of water - it can be really daunting! Always wondering and hoping that it'll work! But it is always worth it in the end! I have since had to reinforce this build slightly, but that was purely down to my initial mistake that I mentioned in the video! Sounds like a great plan my friend, good luck! I hope it works out beautifully for you!
@@high_fructose_corn_syrup I wouldn’t say it’s absolutely necessary to be fair, I just got lucky that there was already one there before! My only piece of advice though would be to maybe dig into the ground by a foot or by as much as you can because that’s where the highest amount of pressure is, so it’ll help with structural stability 🙂
Thank you for sharing! Just found this video since I started on a DIY turtle pond inside and this was very helpful! Now I have to check out more of your videos for sure. Just one question: Did you cut of the liner under the decking, or did you attach the decking on top of the liner afterwards to hold it in place?
@@repzooticanimalcenter7821 my pleasure, thank you for watching! Appreciate the support 😁 Yes so I secured the decking directly on to the liner leaving the excess to overhang, and then cutting the excess off afterward 🙂
@@VOLVOb18ft we’re hoping we’ve provided enough protection from the elements that it should be fine. Especially using the weatherproof outdoor paint, but I definitely see your point 🙂 always worth being careful, for sure
Thanks for the video mate! Im looking up alot of research atm as i want to build my first pond and i want to also do a raised one roughly this size too! Can i ask you what you did after this please regarding a pump for your pond? Like what pump did you use was there anything else added what is needed? Not as in lighting or anything but more so of things that are needed such as pumps, filters or whatever? Thanks man, liked and subbed
@@NorthernAnts24 legend, thanks for joining! So firstly I know I said it in the video, but let me just confirm here as well that I’d highly recommend using 4x2s instead of the 1.5x2.5s that I accidentally ordered 😂 With regards to filtration, it currently has a cheap external canister filter and also a hozelock box filter. Pump fed and it goes through both before returning to the pond. I did have a UV unit connected as well but that’s gone back to my dad’s pond now that we’ve built his. My plan for the future is to actually build my own massive filter for this pond - I’ve seen people use old wheelie bins and convert them into filters, so I’m going to try my hand at that at some point!
@@riddlerreptilesim gonna use sleepers or concrete blocks with timber for more support with my build, have a window and the outside tiled or something. Im just stuck on choosing a filter or making my own one, iv seen them DIY but i dont know if i wana risk trying my own lol i think something that important i should get a normal one especially with it being my first pond. 😂
@@NorthernAnts24 ah well I’ve also got a sleeper pond build on this channel if you’re interested! 😂 definitely reducing risk by having sleepers or blocks, they’ll deal with the weight of the water a lot better, I was just on a bit of a budget. And yeah that’s fair enough! I’m gonna start small and build my own filter for a pond in my monitor lizard enclosure, then take it from there! 😂
@@riddlerreptiles yeah i watched a couple of your pond videos mate 😂 im gonna check out more stuff on your channel when i get the time aswell, i have leopard geckos, tarantuals, mantis’s and a bunch of exotic ants lol
I'm going to do a similar build for North American native fish. Trying to decide whether I want you use wood or cinder blocks. I've got quite a bit of wood working experience and ZERO masonry or block work experience. However, I feel like the block pond would outlast wood. How long do you think a structure liike this made of treated wood can last?
That sounds epic dude! Yeah I think as long as it’s done correctly the block pond would probably last longer (although I’ve seen block ponds fail and it’s not great 😂) A structure like this should last a good few years, I’d hope for a MINIMUM of 5 years, preferably more, but like we both know, the potential for the wood to fail is probably higher than the block
How thick is that pond liner and what is the material called? I understand there are different plastics and thicknesses so wondering what your dad uses ?
Nice pond and size , I have only one question as I’m thinking to build my first pond… In the event of heavy rain for days in uk, how is the water level maintained? Did you make any emergency holes for the water outlet? Thanks
Hey bud, thanks for watching! So to be fair, I’ve not really got anything for overflow protection, it’s literally just a case of heavy rain = overflowing pond 😂 to be fair, I don’t see it as a bad thing, it’s almost like a small water change
Apologies for the delayed response my friend, I was struggling to find my prices and calculations and didn’t want to make it up! The materials cost me around £370!
I built my pond frame the same way but I used 2 by 3 and decking board for the outside and marine ply for the inside. I just had to replace the ply after 7 years but everything else is great.
Unfortunately no bottom drain on this build! Time and financial constraints meant we had to keep it fairly basic, but hopefully in the future when these fish leave I can do some upgrades before getting my own! 😂
What size is your pond? Im planning a raised pond 8x8ft 3ft deep. A 1000 ltr of water is one ton so mine is around 9 tons of water ive been advised that wooden construction will not be strong enough.
Hey dude, sorry for the late response! This pond is 6x8ft and around 2.5ft deep. I think it’s very dependent on the wood you use to be fair.. if you use the same wood as we did, it won’t be strong enough. 4x2s MIGHT be ok, 4x4s would probably be fine, and then you can start looking at railway sleepers that are 4x8 which would be absolutely fine, for sure!
@@riddlerreptiles Most of the water pressure is at the bottom so couldn't he dig down 1.5 feet just past the soft top soil and build the wooden structure around the hole using 4x4" and 18mm inside and out ?
@@oliverskinner8962 yeah if it’s possible to dig down for any pond that’s your best bet, for sure! If I do another in the future then that’ll be my plan. I’d rather have a half dug and half built up pond, over what I’ve done here on the concrete base
@@riddlerreptiles cool I'll subscribe to see that when you do it however after keeping a yellow belly royal python for 3 years and getting rid of it as nobody else who was supposed to help look after and feed/clean it actually helped I do not under any circumstances want to see a reptile 🦎 video 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@oliverskinner8962 thank you! I’m dropping a nature pond build video this Thursday, and myself and my dad are in the process of building his pond with railway sleepers, so plenty to come! Ah that’s such a shame! They’re awesome pets given the chance! But they’re not for everyone so that’s fair 😂
I love this video, very simple DIY job.. thanks for sharing this
Thank you so much, I really appreciate the kind words!
Just like to thank you for this video I followed it step by step and made my own. So much cheaper and one happy wife now
@@600rrste excellent, really pleased to hear it! Hope you and your wife enjoy your new pond! 😁
This is the first video I have watched by yourself, and now it’s gonna cost me some money !! Simply got to have one 😄.
Haha thank you so much for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it but sorry I’ve cost you money! 😂 like I say just as a disclaimer, definitely use 4x2 lengths instead of what we used, I made a mistake on the order, but it is still working, bigger is always better though
@@riddlerreptiles No problem 👍
I literally had purchased all my lumber already, and was starting to feel a little overwhelmed. Watched your video, and I'm completely excited and remotivated. Mine is going to be almost exactly like this, only 1 foot longer, and a 1 foot ledge on 3 sides for added water garden
I fully get that! When it comes to this amount of water - it can be really daunting! Always wondering and hoping that it'll work! But it is always worth it in the end! I have since had to reinforce this build slightly, but that was purely down to my initial mistake that I mentioned in the video!
Sounds like a great plan my friend, good luck! I hope it works out beautifully for you!
Great video! My favourite part was when you introduced all the Koi!
😂😂 thanks mate, I enjoyed that as well!
Well done! Solid build bro. You're making me want to build one!
Thanks brother! Was good fun and I’m so glad to have a pond! 🔥 haha do it!
@@riddlerreptiles spring of 2026
@@bradsbioactivebuilds YES! Now THAT is something I’d be buzzing to see! A brads bioactive builds pond would be MADDDD 😂
The dance moves made my day 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
😂 yes! Things I love to hear!
Sick man! I really like the build. Much simpler than I was expecting.
Haha thank you, appreciate that! 💜
This was super helpful! Definitely going to build one soon!!!
Epic! I’m glad you enjoyed it 😁 let us know how you get on!
That's so cool!! Well done both of you 👏
Thank you! 💜
I'm not even being sarcastic, those were some phenomenal dance moves. Wanna see em on tuesday 👀
😂 you can’t count on me broski
It came out great dude!!
Thanks my bro 💜
Want a pond now 😅
I am an enabler so I say do it 😂
Is it absolutely necessary to have a solid concrete bottom? Adding a concrete slab would up the cost, a lot!
@@high_fructose_corn_syrup I wouldn’t say it’s absolutely necessary to be fair, I just got lucky that there was already one there before! My only piece of advice though would be to maybe dig into the ground by a foot or by as much as you can because that’s where the highest amount of pressure is, so it’ll help with structural stability 🙂
@riddlerreptiles ty I appreciate your reply😊
nice build my friend ive build the same pond myself a few years ago just subscribed too 👍👍
Thanks for watching and subscribing mate, means a lot, appreciate it! I’ll have to check out your pond as well! 😁
Thank you for sharing! Just found this video since I started on a DIY turtle pond inside and this was very helpful! Now I have to check out more of your videos for sure.
Just one question: Did you cut of the liner under the decking, or did you attach the decking on top of the liner afterwards to hold it in place?
@@repzooticanimalcenter7821 my pleasure, thank you for watching! Appreciate the support 😁
Yes so I secured the decking directly on to the liner leaving the excess to overhang, and then cutting the excess off afterward 🙂
@@riddlerreptiles Amazing, thank you!
@@repzooticanimalcenter7821 no worries 😁 if you’ve ever got any questions or anything feel free to DM me!
Won't the wood that is in contact with the cement start to rot? How long does it last?
@@VOLVOb18ft we’re hoping we’ve provided enough protection from the elements that it should be fine. Especially using the weatherproof outdoor paint, but I definitely see your point 🙂 always worth being careful, for sure
Looks tremendous sir top stuff just subed, cheers Terry
Legend! Thanks Terry, appreciate that 🙏
Not bad... looks as if on video water level is off a touch. On a slant. But good job.
@@tomchristensen2914 yeah I think it was slightly off to be fair.. unsure as to why but luckily wasn’t catastrophically off 😂 thank you!
@riddlerreptiles wasn't ridiculing our pool ended up the same.. looked level but water level tells the truth doesn't it lol
@@tomchristensen2914 haha yeah no worries bud! And yeah for sure 😂
what was the total price?
I believe the materials for this build were around the £370-80 area 🙂
Thanks for the video mate!
Im looking up alot of research atm as i want to build my first pond and i want to also do a raised one roughly this size too! Can i ask you what you did after this please regarding a pump for your pond? Like what pump did you use was there anything else added what is needed? Not as in lighting or anything but more so of things that are needed such as pumps, filters or whatever?
Thanks man, liked and subbed
@@NorthernAnts24 legend, thanks for joining! So firstly I know I said it in the video, but let me just confirm here as well that I’d highly recommend using 4x2s instead of the 1.5x2.5s that I accidentally ordered 😂
With regards to filtration, it currently has a cheap external canister filter and also a hozelock box filter. Pump fed and it goes through both before returning to the pond. I did have a UV unit connected as well but that’s gone back to my dad’s pond now that we’ve built his.
My plan for the future is to actually build my own massive filter for this pond - I’ve seen people use old wheelie bins and convert them into filters, so I’m going to try my hand at that at some point!
@@riddlerreptilesim gonna use sleepers or concrete blocks with timber for more support with my build, have a window and the outside tiled or something. Im just stuck on choosing a filter or making my own one, iv seen them DIY but i dont know if i wana risk trying my own lol i think something that important i should get a normal one especially with it being my first pond. 😂
@@NorthernAnts24 ah well I’ve also got a sleeper pond build on this channel if you’re interested! 😂 definitely reducing risk by having sleepers or blocks, they’ll deal with the weight of the water a lot better, I was just on a bit of a budget. And yeah that’s fair enough! I’m gonna start small and build my own filter for a pond in my monitor lizard enclosure, then take it from there! 😂
@@riddlerreptiles yeah i watched a couple of your pond videos mate 😂 im gonna check out more stuff on your channel when i get the time aswell, i have leopard geckos, tarantuals, mantis’s and a bunch of exotic ants lol
@@NorthernAnts24 awesome, thank you! 🙏 oh decent, sounds cool! I like the idea of ants but not keen on the idea of them getting out 😂
8:03 what tool is your pops using here?
Ah the multi-tool! That thing is a gift from the heavens! 😂 such a good piece of kit!
@@riddlerreptiles gonna have to pick one of these up
@@bradsbioactivebuilds highly recommend, such a useful tool
I'm going to do a similar build for North American native fish. Trying to decide whether I want you use wood or cinder blocks. I've got quite a bit of wood working experience and ZERO masonry or block work experience. However, I feel like the block pond would outlast wood. How long do you think a structure liike this made of treated wood can last?
That sounds epic dude! Yeah I think as long as it’s done correctly the block pond would probably last longer (although I’ve seen block ponds fail and it’s not great 😂)
A structure like this should last a good few years, I’d hope for a MINIMUM of 5 years, preferably more, but like we both know, the potential for the wood to fail is probably higher than the block
How thick is that pond liner and what is the material called? I understand there are different plastics and thicknesses so wondering what your dad uses ?
It’s not very thick to be honest with you, it’s 0.35mm thick HDPE liner, and seems to be working wonders so far!
Nice pond and size , I have only one question as I’m thinking to build my first pond… In the event of heavy rain for days in uk, how is the water level maintained? Did you make any emergency holes for the water outlet? Thanks
Hey bud, thanks for watching! So to be fair, I’ve not really got anything for overflow protection, it’s literally just a case of heavy rain = overflowing pond 😂 to be fair, I don’t see it as a bad thing, it’s almost like a small water change
Capping pieces last mate
Capping pieces? I’m not sure I follow bud, sorry 😂
How much it this cost please
Apologies for the delayed response my friend, I was struggling to find my prices and calculations and didn’t want to make it up! The materials cost me around £370!
I built my pond frame the same way but I used 2 by 3 and decking board for the outside and marine ply for the inside. I just had to replace the ply after 7 years but everything else is great.
Nice! 7 years later isn’t bad going to be fair! Hoping this pond last at least that long, but only time will tell I guess 😂
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Boy is ready for the fish hype
Your dad is so much cooler than you
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I didn’t see you setup a bottom drain
Unfortunately no bottom drain on this build! Time and financial constraints meant we had to keep it fairly basic, but hopefully in the future when these fish leave I can do some upgrades before getting my own! 😂
What size is your pond? Im planning a raised pond 8x8ft 3ft deep. A 1000 ltr of water is one ton so mine is around 9 tons of water ive been advised that wooden construction will not be strong enough.
Hey dude, sorry for the late response! This pond is 6x8ft and around 2.5ft deep. I think it’s very dependent on the wood you use to be fair.. if you use the same wood as we did, it won’t be strong enough. 4x2s MIGHT be ok, 4x4s would probably be fine, and then you can start looking at railway sleepers that are 4x8 which would be absolutely fine, for sure!
@@riddlerreptiles Most of the water pressure is at the bottom so couldn't he dig down 1.5 feet just past the soft top soil and build the wooden structure around the hole using 4x4" and 18mm inside and out ?
@@oliverskinner8962 yeah if it’s possible to dig down for any pond that’s your best bet, for sure! If I do another in the future then that’ll be my plan. I’d rather have a half dug and half built up pond, over what I’ve done here on the concrete base
@@riddlerreptiles cool I'll subscribe to see that when you do it however after keeping a yellow belly royal python for 3 years and getting rid of it as nobody else who was supposed to help look after and feed/clean it actually helped I do not under any circumstances want to see a reptile 🦎 video 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@oliverskinner8962 thank you! I’m dropping a nature pond build video this Thursday, and myself and my dad are in the process of building his pond with railway sleepers, so plenty to come!
Ah that’s such a shame! They’re awesome pets given the chance! But they’re not for everyone so that’s fair 😂