Hosepipe restrictions now apply

By 27th July 2026News

Following a very dry spring and continued hot weather, a hosepipe ban is now in force for Thames Water and South East Water customers.

 

Until further notice you must not use hosepipes, sprinklers and pressure washers.

 

You must not use hosepipes, sprinklers or pressure washers to:

  • water your garden, lawn or allotments
  • fill paddling pools, swimming pools or hot tubs
  • clean vehicles, patios, paths, driveways, walls, windows or any outdoor areas

 

You can still use watering cans, buckets and water butts.

If you are a Thamer Water customer you can get more information here

If you are a South East Water customer you can get more information here

Customers of Southern Water are asked to use water wisely. You can enter your postcode here to see what restriction apply for Southern Water.

 

If you are unsure who supplies your water you can check this here