Milton Keynes County Council asked the BTCV Bedfordshire Weekday Conservation Team to create a raised pond for them.
Above: After digging the footings in, John fills the gaps with leftover turf and soil.
Above: We use sand for 2 reasons, firstly to protect the liner from being punctured by sharp objects and secondly to mould a shape (or in this case a shelf).
Above: Rob shifting the sand.
Above: Horse play! There is a reasonable explaination for me hiding beneath the underlay but you wouldn’t believe me anyway!
Above: Finishing in the dark! Andy and Rob put the finishing touches to the raised pond that has already begun filling up with leaves!