While we are not planning to introduce a hosepipe ban this summer (2025), we are seeing a rise in demand for water as we would always expect in warmer months and we are continuing to work hard to manage our resources, tackle leakage and support our customers with using water wisely – simple steps like using a watering can instead of a hose, or taking shorter showers, really do to protect our most precious resource.
You can visit Save water for more tips on how to save water.
No, swimming isn’t allowed in any of our reservoirs.
However, there are many recreational activities including wakeboarding, sailing and windsurfing available through South West Lakes Trust at designated sites.