It's PK forums' 13th Birthday today. I did wonder sometimes if we'd still be around for this, but here we are!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PK!

I was hoping someone with experience of using this might reply but no one has yet. :( :? I've never used pea gravel but I would guess it's longer lasting then chippings & it would depend on what you put underneath. A membrane would keep the soil from coming to the top, especially as the hens will sc...

Unfair! How are we supposed to keep the rats at bay if it's cost prohibitive to purchase the poison? There are already more rat problems since council 'rat-men (people)' were discontinued.

Welcome to the forum suffolkcabby.

We're not as busy as we once were but there's still a few old stalwarts hanging around to try & answer your questions.

Is the nest box as dark as possible & have you only one box?

As the others (how many?) are using it maybe the box is occupied when she wants to lay. You could try adding another if there's room. A cardboard box will do as a temporary one.

Lovely! You must take some photos.

Does that mean you have to have a licence to have a smallholding now? Not that I have one anyway but I've never heard of it before. I usually buy rat poison online & it is rather expensive anyway, but needs must, especially as the local council doesn't have a rat man (person) any more. (obviously co...

It can happen in hens too, though not that common.

How is your girl today as it's been a few days since you posted?

I have heard of this before but can't remember what it was. I will have to have a think & a search to find out.

Welcome benzila. :) You haven't attached a photo to your post, so can't help at the moment! If you click on reply, don't use the quick reply. go to the bottom of the box & click 'attachments' (next to 'options'). Click 'add files' & it should take you direct to your computer photos. Choose which one...

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90% paved??? Not a gardener then?

I would seriously try to get them out asap & block their entry. I know they say the current strain doesn't affect humans but you'll have to get them out sooner or later anyway.

I must say I never knew figs were a problem. Just be thankful you don't have Japanese knot weed too!

On the plus side....you have a walled garden!

Welcome back subruss.