Hi again
Good news..the fish...all 40-odd, including Sarasas. comets, reds, oranges, yellows, whites, all over 8inches long, and all in fantastic condition, are all now swimming happily in their new ponds. Some of the fantails were the best I've seen. The previous owner really didn't realise just how wonderful his fish were. I wish I could have kept them myself.
I still have loads of last years fry, all around 1-2 inches, which will be ready in a month or 2, and I'll re-post then to see if anyone can help with rehoming.