NEWS

Practical Fishkeeping Magazine 2005 readers poll. - Results
Thank you once again to all who voted for us in this year's poll.
We are delighted to announce that we have been voted one of the UK's top 20 retailers & one of the UK's top 5 pond retailers.

8-9-05

Practical Fishkeeping Magazine 2005 readers poll.
Once again Practical Fishkeeping Magazine are running their annual readers poll. This year they are giving you the opportunity to vote not only for your overall favourite store, but also for the store you think leads the field in a number of specialist categories such as cichlids, coldwater, marine & pond.
If you want to register your vote turn to Page 53 of the July issue of PFK, or contact Hanna Travers at Practical fishkeeping for a voting form. Hanna can be reached on 01733 282764 or email hannah.travers@emap.com

16-6-05

Pond season in full swing.
It has been a slow start to the 2005 pond season with the indifferent weather earlier in the year. But after nearly two weeks of glorious sunshine the lilies on our display ponds are now in full bloom.
Our stocks of pond fish are probably the best we've ever had, including some monster Orfe, Goldfish & Shubunkins. Not forgetting the fabulous range of Japanese Koi, with prices to suit every budget.
Our purchasing power means we can offer you some spectacular deals on a number of pond products, including the Oase pondovac 2 for an amazing £139.00. Plus big discounts on Amphibious pumps & some startling deals on selected Tetra foods. So hurry along & join in the fun - these offers won't last forever!

16-6-05

Big Discounts on Dennerle
If you're keen to grow aquarium plants, and haven't yet got yourself a CO2 system, make a point of visiting us soon. - Throughout the month of March (2005) we have 15% off all Dennerle CO2 Systems

28-2-2005

Lots of New Aquariums!
We've taken a close look at our range of aquariums, and have added a number of different ranges to our selection, which still includes the entire Juwel range (most available direct from stock.
For further details see aquarium equipment

28-2-2005

Practical Fishkeeping Magazine readers poll.
A big thank you must go to everyone who, once again voted for us in the PFK readers poll. Sadly this year we were pipped at the post, and for the first time this millennium failed to win the prestigious "Best in the West" award, we were however, runner up, and as usual one of PFK readers top 40 retailers. For details of our showing in previous polls, click on awards

7-10-2004

Yet Another Glowing Review!
Issue 20 (October/November 2004) of "Marine World" contains a glowing review of our store. This is perhaps not too surprising as it was written by Simon Wolstencroft - editor of Tropical World Magazine, who gave us such a fine review in issue 3 of his own magazine - see news story below.
Amongst many kind comments, Simon says "This is a shop of real quality". Copies of both Magazines are available through selected aquatic retailers - ourselves included. Or by subscription,
Marine World - Contact Valley Publishing Ltd. Aero Mill, Church, Accrington, Lancs. BB5 4JS
Tel 01254 236380
Tropical World - See below

7-10-2004

Glowing Review from Tropical World.
Issue 3 (August/September 2004) of the new fishkeeping magazine "Tropical World" contains a glowing review of our store. Comments include "This is a very special outlet indeed", "hard to beat for the sheer range and quality of livestock", "Even the bread and butter fish are special", "A good range of very high quality plants", "The display ponds alone are worth a family visit", "a shop with everything going for it" & "a fine selection of just about everything, and all of superb quality". To read the review yourself turn to page 64 of the magazine. For subscription details contact Dunkinfield Publications Ltd., PO Box 101, Plymouth PL7 2XY

17-08-04

30th Anniversary.
To celebrate our 30th Anniversary. throughout the month of July we will be offering a number of very special offers. These include big discounts off pond pumps, 15% off all ponds & pond liners. 10% off all pond fish & plants. "Oase Pondovac 2" pond vacuums at just £149.99 (hurry - only 20 at this price).
For the aquarium keeper we have 20% off Classic "Eco" aquariums, 10% off Aquarium fish & plants. There are a great many other offers in store.

Please note - although we do not offer an on line shopping service. We can supply any of the above goods (apart from fish & plants) by mail order. To order please contact us on 01452 862791

29-6-04

New Range of Greetings Cards.
We now have a range of six greetings cards. Cards are available individually at £1.10 each, or as a pack of 6 for £4.99. They can be purchased in store, or by mail order, p&p is 50p for any size order.
We also offer a selection of Aquatic Habitat gift vouchers, these are available in £2, £5, £10 & £20 denominations. A free greeting card is supplied with all voucher purchases of £15.00 and over.

13-12-2003

Finding Nemo
The recent film "Finding Nemo" has created a lot of interest in the hobby. We are working hard to make sure that everyone who has been inspired to keep fish by the success of this film is fully aware of the needs of those fish, particularly if the fish they want is a percula clown like "Nemo" himself.
For more advice on keeping marine fish like "Nemo" click on the clownfish!
-10-11-2003

PFK Readers Poll 2003
Once again The Aquatic Habitat has featured in Practical Fishkeeping's Readers Poll. For the 4th year in succession and the eight time in ten years we have been vote "Best in the West". So very many thanks to all of our loyal customers who voted.
For more details of the Poll, see the The November issue of Practical Fishkeeping Magazine, or log on to their web site - you'll find a link on our links page, in the about us section of this site.
- 13-10-2003

PFK Gloucestershire Shoptour
The September issue of Practical fishkeeping Magazine features a Gloucestershire Shoptour. You'll find a full page feature on us on page 64. To quote PFK "We're never disappointed when we visit this shop. A great range of fish - including some more unusual community fish, as well as oddballs in general. The large outdoor section is lovely."
- 10-8-2003

Click here for details of previous news stories