The Huge KOI Pond Now Has Fish! (pt 3)

My backyard koi pond is finished and the first fish (Charlie!) has been stocked! Watch the full pond build series...
Part 1: • Building A Massive Bac...
Part 2: • My Backyard Koi Pond I...
Part 4: • The Huge Pond Is Finis...
Huge thanks to ‪@OASEUK‬ for the support throughout this project.
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[@QuantumQwerty]

Amazing to see Charlie and her new friend in this massive pond! Cannot wait for you to stock the pond with more gorgeous koi!

[@leehadfield6881]

Great progress on the pond Carl! Nice to see Matt come down give you a hand with the fibreglass! The Jedi off pond waterproofing 🪖

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Lee :) Haha yes he did such a good job patching that leak!

[@BalkanBoyBiH]

If any one deserves a carp pond its you guys, i have watched all your videos the love and respect you guys have for them is out of this world and all the effort you guys did to make these videos made me fall in love with carp fishing aswel! You guys will forever be my favorite channel when it comes to carps 🙏🏼

[@fishwithcarl]

Amazing to hear that :) Thank you! Glad you enjoy them.

[@f1sh3rman]

Yess carl! The quality of your videos are so professional. Loved every minute of it, keep up the great work!

[@jasmijnariel]

The quality of the vid is way better than the building quality of those guys😖😬

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you mate!!! Appreciate it

[@seanb5007]

The pond and garden look absolutely beautiful! Well done!! I’m sure you’re really going to enjoy it!

[@aquaticcolledgefishing]

love the update Carl. glad the leaks are finally sorted. I'm jealous of that Wisteria on the back of your house. The gardens going to look epic when all the trees and ferns mature 🙌🌱🌿

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers! 👍 Glad you enjoyed it! Yeah love it too, the previous owner planted that. Love the ferns so much!

[@petekeightley2973]

Just what I needed after work today, This has made my Friday complete! Thanks Carl for sharing this journey with us all.

[@fishwithcarl]

My pleasure Pete :) Glad you enjoyed it

[@dolphins19671]

Engineer of more years than I care to remember,specialising in underground tunnelling, WATER…. It always finds a way. This is an epic project, sincerely well done. It’s time to enjoy your fruits of your labour’s. Thanks for sharing.

[@fishwithcarl]

You're welcome :) Cheers Simon

[@cb01ttr]

Well done for getting to this stage, despite all those set backs - I would definitely have been tempted to fill the thing in after it kept on leaking!! The planting really sets it off, and really looking forward to seeing the additional fish go in.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you! :)

[@abkoi]

Charlie has “darkened” up so much from when you bought her. Beautiful fish. I do like the darker Chagoi’s more to be honest but that personal opinion. Epic job mate!

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Alex! Yeah they said in Japan that she would in our water. She varies a lot but definitely si darker since being her in the UK.

[@floppytnarwal1641]

Great video. Glad that ,after all the hassle, the pond is up and running and looks great.

[@pip5461]

You certainly went through an unforgettable experience during your pond build... We look forward to many happy years of watching you and your Koi Pond, as it develops, not to mention your worldwide travels in pursuit of knowledge and "the one that didn't get away"...!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Pip ❤️

[@TheKoiPartner]

Loved the video Carl! 😃🏆

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks mate! :)

[@charlie.d2830]

@@fishwithcarl if u don't mind me asking how much did the pond and filter cost before any leaks

[@fishwithcarl]

That's ok :) Around 40k

[@charlie.d2830]

@@fishwithcarl thank you

[@fishwithcarl]

You're welcome

[@longerused2023]

I worked for a koi pond building company back in the 90's and we probably had one minor leaks every 5 ponds but never seen anything quite this bad ever. Definitely know who not to hire for a pond build 🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻

[@franj001]

They had the rain mid sealing so that wasn't ideal tbf

[@sebslides9254]

@@franj001 it wasn’t only the fibreglass

[@franj001]

Yeah my bad. Way more problems than just the fibre glass

[@justsamuelhaze]

Yeah it rained, so why wouldn't they cover the pond?

[@mikehanic]

@@justsamuelhaze it doesn't rain that often in England they probably weren't prepared for it! oh wait!

[@jimbojet8728]

Great to see someone having a keen interest in a subject, persue a dream and having it come true, whilst being supported by friends and family alike. A great vid. Thank you.

[@Gundercn]

Looks like a really awesome setup and thank you for sharing all this. Good luck with a pond you most likely will enjoy for many years to come.

[@Synysterjmz]

Matt from GRP Lining is a legend. I’ve lost count of how many fibreglassing videos I’ve seen of him working his magic. If if ever go the fibreglass route with my pond, he’ll be the man I call.

[@GRPLiningServices]

Cheers!

[@fishwithcarl]

Super happy with it :)

[@dannycurrie1]

Congrats for finally getting it finished and getting Charlie home. It's a bit disappointing you had so many issues despite hiring professionals to complete the build but atleast it's done now. Queni koi is a great place, was there picking up an nice kujaku earlier this week

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Danny :) Ah really, nice!!

[@lots33ml]

What you have built is absolutely beautiful. Here's to you getting years and years of pond enjoyment with no more problems. Or at least little ones. Take care and god bless you all. Also that fish they gave you is so unbelievable really really gorgeous. You deserve it.

[@fishwithcarl]

Wow, thank you Michael, yes already feeling the enjoyment and calm :) You too.

[@jakemaclaren8706]

The pond is looking amazing 😍 cannot wait for part 4 👍

[@FYTEBrand]

"Ben, it's not going to leak, is it?" "Of course not." There were a few significant head-scratchers from those "specialists" over this series. Fantastic series, a fantastic pond, and many unforgettable memories and future ones to be had!

[@Francois_Dupont]

Go to 7.50 in part 1 😂😂

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers J.D :) Glad you enjoyed it, it's been a journey.

[@JamesTHEKOIwhisperer123]

Fare play mate had some ups and downs but now the dream has come true I so remember that feeling respect and very good video

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers James, glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@RyanT7._]

Incredible - watching your videos has inspired me to get properly into fishing again. My Grandad always took me as a kid but once I grew up I never got the opportunity to fish for carp with him. Watching your videos has made me buy my first proper carp set up & my journey has begun. I have started on small fisheries and caught my first few carp, I am excited and looking forward to catching more and bigger carp. Thanks Carl

[@Mpayne1472]

My Grandad started my fishing journey 46 years ago. He’s never far from my thoughts.

[@fishwithcarl]

Ah wow, you're so welcome Ryan :) Really happy to hear that mate. All the best with your fishing!

[@bonne7115]

Brilliant!! Looking forward to Part4 now! Keep up the good work.

[@matthewjones158]

Is Alex aware he had a KZbin legend doing the fibre glass repair on his pond

[@MelissaM83]

I'm so excited and extremely proud of this pond! WOW! It's stunning truly!! Congratulations.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks Melissa! :)

[@mrb9666]

Man I’m glad you did this video in the way you did it just shows how hard it is to keep on top of a home made pond thanks bro keep up the good work always waiting for the next one 💯🔥👊

[@El-Tel63-Terry.]

So pleased for you Carl, at last ! ... all good things and all that ... Just one thing, were the pond builders not responsible for finding and repairing the leaks ?

[@fishwithcarl]

I thought so, but seemingly not in this case. Currently found more issues and will soon need to re-home the fish to refibreglass the whole thing once more. Oh the joys!

[@El-Tel63-Terry.]

@@fishwithcarl That's awful Carl, sorry to hear that. I can't believe a company can walk away from a "professional build" !!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks Terry. It's a shame, they're not a company willing to learn from it, they'd rather not admit any fault and pretend their job was a good one.

[@Saphir3000]

@@fishwithcarl I mean it's up to you but you got quite a following. Maybe they'll admit their mistakes if you make a video on it. This seems unacceptable.

[@rambosix]

@@fishwithcarl which is ridiculous in itself, its the equivalent of a new boiler not producing hot water!

[@danhall3200]

Welcome home Charlie! That must feel good after all that time. The pond is incredible and garden looks amazing. Please try to make a small space for bee and butterfly friendly planting if you can tho, if we all do a little it helps a lot 👍

[@suzypennycook3047]

I think Alex is doing more than his bit for the Bees though.

[@danhall3200]

@@suzypennycook3047 Alex is doing great things for bee's I agree, but he doesn't live with Carl anymore so who's helping the bee's there now?

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Dan! Omi will! Haha :)

[@danhall3200]

@@fishwithcarl 😂 no worries really pleased for you that the pond is up and running can't wait to see the new fish in it. Good job Omi, thank you 👍😂

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers mate! Yes she likes flowers, we have lots in the front for the bees! She'll make sure there's some in the back too :D

[@jensunray1]

Superb Carl...the pond and the garden look fantastic !!!!

[@frankallen8440]

Thank you for sharing this amazing journey. The landscape is the cherry on top. Looking forward to the next installment.

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Frank! You're welcome :)

[@thepeoplespond]

Congrats Carl on getting Charlie and friend into the pond 🥳🥳🥳 Surprised at the leaks in the pond but glad you got it all sorted out mate 👍👍👍

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers! :)

[@thepeoplespond]

@@fishwithcarl Looking forward to see their new roommates haha 👍👍

[@fishwithcarl]

haha yes!

[@lindosbay]

I wondered if you could give a shout-out for the balding reefer and his devastating news. Someone has set up a funding page to try and help.

[@fishwithcarl]

Oh whattt, I'm so sorry to hear this :( I'll pin the link - www.gofundme.com/f/family-devastated-by-accidental-fire - Anyone seeing this, please help The Balding Reefer and his family if you can - his ponds, and the back of his house devastated. His channel is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIGop4d9hst9q7M

[@lindosbay]

Thanks that's great.👍

[@bb27232]

so happy for you & omi, carl -- it's all just gorgeous!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you! :)

[@fireindahole]

Just found your channel. I'm so invested in this build! I can't wait to see the completion

[@Letsplayminecraft1]

Would love to visit this pond in person. Where are you located? ❤️

[@paulrush6853]

😂

[@troybrockett9185]

Carl...I have thoroughly enjoyed your videos. This is an absolutely fabulous pond build. So glad that you have been able to realize this dream.

[@besselloutdoors]

Your passion Is so refreshing to watch, I find my self smiling all the way through these videos! Amazing stuff mate

[@fishwithcarl]

Ahh that's so cool to hear :) Thanks Bess!

[@levelupdan123]

Super happy for you Carl, well done for sticking it out.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you mate :)

[@stefanovanenio]

One of the best short series I have watched on KZbin. Utterly fantastic pond and garden....I'm not jealous at all. Great job Carl.

[@fishwithcarl]

Haha :) Thank you Steven, happy you enjoyed it!

[@nathanosborne8529]

I’ve been waiting for this video for ages Carl. Cannot wait to watch!

[@gray3217]

Yessss Carl!!! Great video and amazing pond!! Definitely worth the wait. Glad u managed to sort all the problems, and kudos on the planting definitely sets the pond off nicely!! As allways great work on the uploading look forward to seeing the rest of the fish going in 👍👍👍

[@fishwithcarl]

Yay thank you!!

[@robcaisel2011]

Wow, I've been waiting for this update! Stunning looking pond and garden. Nice to have a dad helping you out together with Omi! That Mukashi Ogon looks wonderfull. Nice scaling and that subtle orange spot makes it a unique fish only you have! Charley also made a great transformation, as well in growth as in color, I love it. Today I've selected a nice light yellow Tosai Yamabuki Ogon. I will collect it in a few weeks. Hope to see the next video very soon! Very curious about the "giants" !

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you so much Robin :) So glad you enjoyed it! Wow, good choice!! That sounds very exciting.

[@thefishingaddict]

Hi Carl, I’ve been so excited to see this video! It looks amazing!! I can’t wait to see all the new fish be introduced to this amazing pond and I’m so happy for you! I with I could have a pond like yours!👍

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Max! :)

[@samlee2944]

Very happy for you mate! I hope this will bring you years and years of joy! You deserve it.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Sam, appreciate it

[@samdub]

What a pond and garden this has turned out to be Carl! Not sure I would of been happy with the builders with all those leaks and having to sack the lighting off, but an amazing project none the less!

[@blackholematter]

Man i was waiting centuries for the third part, finally !!!! can't wait to see your new koi purchases in the coming videos, your new pond is incredible bro, your family is very supportive too

[@wesleybeswick7442]

My son and I thoroughly enjoyed watching this third instalment. You and Omi have truly created a little piece of heaven. Well done guys. We can’t wait to see the final product 👍🏻🥰

[@fishwithcarl]

Glad to hear you both enjoyed it! Thank you Wesley :)

[@thehorror7135]

Looks amazing. I shiver at the cost, but the results are incredible.

[@jaa7286]

So happy to wake up and see this video after asking about it yesterday. It was all that I cold hope to see and more. And love a 24 hr live cam view of the pond to watch

[@fishwithcarl]

Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@dannyking8700]

What a Stunning pond loved watching this build

[@lewisholland4205]

Looks incredible! Glad you’re passed all the leaks, been great to watch the journey

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Lewis, glad you've enjoyed it!

[@TareAway85]

Amazing Carl 👌🏻 Loved this series of videos, so informative of what goes into a big pond build. Can’t believe the grief you’ve had but well done in persevering and the results are amazing! Looking forward to the next one with a few more fish. All the best 👍🏻

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Tom ❤️ Appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed them.

[@juliusgeloraagas352]

I have been waiting for this part of your koi pond project!!!

[@cheryl.539]

Wow what an amazing project. Fantastic. Beautifully done.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Cheryl :)

[@AaronHalson]

Looks amazing Carl! The joy on your face when it was complete 🙌🏼👌🏼 . Was worth it !!

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Aaron :)

[@andyprest]

Garden & pond look brill 👍enjoying the updates!

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Andy :) Glad you've been enjoying them!

[@DadePomsouvan]

Beautiful pond, beautiful garden, it's all worth it at the end!

[@jonsheard8749]

Looks brilliant. Well done.

[@jonathanschoales8356]

Love your pond it looks great 😎 got a nice set up going 👍 given me so many ideas for my own 🙌 love seeing the progress keep up with the good work 👍🙌

[@gavincorbett1272]

Brilliant Carl...I've been waiting so long for this...looks amazing...koi ponds and its technology has definitely come a long way since my grandads old pond built in the 90s lol...those fish are awesome 👌

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Gavin! :) Wow I bet!

[@martinstanchov3741]

Yes , yes progress is made in slow steps . Congratulations to you and see it all come together is amazing 🤩.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Martin :)

[@riccanufc]

Absolutely class mate can't wait for the giant to arrive...

[@martinhardwick2002]

Worth the wait.Absolutely stunning

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks Martin :)

[@BlackCountryPiker]

Wow, what a feature! Looks like all the graft has massively paid off. Well done, extremely jealous 😂😂. I found myself smiling at the fish behaviour at the end. It must make you happy seeing that straight off.

[@nickbitten9910]

Very interesting video - I used to have a Chaghoi called Charlie ( named by my wife). I have kept koi since 1993 and there is always something that needs doing. Your pond seems great. Most of my wife's favourite fish were purchased by the dealer on a buying trip in the mid 1990's - still going strong. Can be an incredibly frustrating and rewarding hobby in equal measure Good luck with your pond and fish.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Nick!! Glad you enjoyed it :) Oh really! That's nice to hear.

[@mscudde2]

Beautiful pond and garden!

[@martystules8567]

Carl, excellent update, the garden has come together to look fantastic, long journey fixing the leaks but the pond looks amazing, loving the wood cladding. Would love to see a detailed breakdown of your filter set up now that its up and running.

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks Marty! I'll see what I can do! 👍

[@darrylclarkson1799]

That is one epic pond and garden, you must be so pleased with how it turned out. Well done.

[@fishwithcarl]

Appreciate it :) Thanks Darryl, so pleased.

[@AndysKoiPuddle]

AMAZING pond & garden Carl ! Well done Like others, I have been looking forward to this video for a while. The main thing is, its all sorted now and you can enjoy it. Bring on the other Koi……. 😊 (…and another excellent job/rescue by Matt GRP 👍🏼)

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Andy, appreciate it :)

[@tonymarshall4164]

What a mammoth undertaking building that pond, especially with all the setbacks....Congratulations Carl, the pond looks magnificent.

[@fishwithcarl]

I know! Massive learning curve!! Cheers Tony :)

[@geoffgolding3750]

Absolutely brilliant the pond is stunning Carl!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Geoffrey! :)

[@RenegadeLK]

Can't wait to see the rest of the koi being added!

[@alastairsimpson1980]

Awesome looks amazing. Really glad it’s all worked out for you carl

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks Alastair! 👍

[@TSadz1878]

Wow well done Carl, that looks absolutely stunning… the pond and the garden

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you! :)

[@brian1204]

What a lovely back garden! Impressive and inspiring!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks Brian :)

[@heavyvoodoo]

Well done what a great job. Enjoy 👍

[@ericramsteijn8959]

Yay, I have been waiting for this episode. Well done Carl. All the best, enjoy!

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Eric!

[@stevepeaple9051]

You already look so at home in the filter house. What a complete outdoor space for you all (Omi and fish included). A shame you felt you had to give up on the lighting, but I know you'll find something else down the line to use for this. Thanks for sharing

[@harveyrogers4194]

Ive been sooo exited for this video glad it all worked out

[@tombrinksman9840]

Yes carl 💪🏼 great to see you got the leak fixed and it's all up and running. Another amazing video and looks incredible 👌🏼 Can't wait to see the next one and nice to hear you got back fishing again

[@fishwithcarl]

Glad you enjoyed it mate! Thanks so much Tom :) Appreciate it.

[@unknownr2427]

i love the pond videos. im looking foward to the big koi!!!

[@spdfazar]

my long awaited video😍😍😍, thank you for uploading, what a beautiful pond, the choice of using cedar wood as the entire cladding is brilliant, its so beautiful 🤩, congratulations 🎉 on your fantastic pond again 🙌🏻🙌🏻🎉🎉🎉

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you!! You're welcome :)

[@ianevans3898]

It's been a bit of a nightmare 😕 😞 but you're there now 👍👍👍 so time to enjoy 😀😀 well done looking forward to part 4 ... take care and stay safe

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Ian!

[@trevorcornes1056]

Brilliant been waiting for this one . Really interesting. Amazing what work when into the build . Great Carl

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Trevor, glad you enjoyed! 👍

[@craigvickers874]

Good things come to those who wait Carl & I hope it was worth it and your now enjoying your new pond & koi. 👍🐟

[@fishwithcarl]

Thanks so much Craig :)

[@darrensartin9310]

It looks amazing Carl. The glass front takes it to another level. Wish we thought of that when we built my friend's pond

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers Darren :)

[@MrDougiehunter]

Shame about all the issues you’ve had! But it’s done and can’t wait for the finale instalment of the pond build!! Your pond is my dream!!!

[@glennhutchins967]

Awesome Carl, keep up the great work

[@marcust5014]

What a beautiful set up garden and pond few set backs but worth it just sit back and enjoy now couldn't wait for this vid can't wait for the next one 💯👍

[@fishwithcarl]

Glad you enjoyed it, cheers Marcus :)

[@UKFishCam]

Yay! Was waiting for so long for this and it did not disappoint!

[@suzypennycook3047]

It looks stunning Carl. I've watched the same guy fibreglass James the Koi Whisperer's pond. He looks the best in his trade; but surely the original installer should have given you a warranty? Also could you divert the trickle out to water the garden; pond water is so nutritious. Nice to see Alex's pizza oven remained; you could film a pond opening party; with Alex as head chef xxx

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you Suzy! Definitely having a pond party! Haha yes he actually said he would do that funnily enough :) Agree, would love to irrigate somehow maybe, that would be awesome.

[@createfishing5541]

unbelievable!!! Looks great !!!! WOW

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you!! ❤️

[@robertward6813]

Ohh hell yeah 😎. Congratulations 🎊 what a great outcome and very well done 👏 . Now sit back and enjoy

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you! :)

[@th_fishing_1650]

I can’t wait to see the giant koi glad to see Charlie back

[@jamesatkinsfishing]

brilliant Carl, your making me miss my koi pond, never mind keep up the brilliant filming, I think i'm getting a bit better at my filming, thank you for showing us your lovely koi pond and the journey through the build, very very good filming.

[@fishwithcarl]

Cheers James! Appreciate it. you're welcome. Really glad you enjoyed it. And all the best with your filming too :)

[@davidbeck1696]

This set of films made my Sunday morning complete! Superb content Carl, and I’m not sure if it just me but I actually got quite emotional seeing the first two fish being put into the pond. Top draw stuff mate!

[@fishwithcarl]

Ah wow, that's nice to hear :) thank you so much David! :)

[@evertdebruijn8472]

The pond and landscaping look so clean and natural! 😍

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you :) ahh that's exactly what hoped for!

[@karpiarzcringe]

I was waiting for it! Amazing journey Carl.

[@fishwithcarl]

Glad you enjoyed it! Cheer Michal :)

[@SeanyAdams]

Carl thats looks excellent, It finally all come together and you got Charlie home. Keep up the good work. 👊

[@fishwithcarl]

Thank you mate :)