MILLIONS of Brits can sidestep the many hosepipe bands springing up around the country – but may not know it. As much of ...

A hosepipe ban means households are not allowed to use a hosepipe to water gardens and plants, clean vehicles, fill swimming ...

The issue comes when you turn on water from your mains and channel it through a hose or hose-like tool, so avoid doing this at all for reasons outside the exempted terms as long as you’re under a ban.

Several other water companies have already introduced hosepipe bans, including Thames Water, Yorkshire Water and South East ...

Thames Water announced its hosepipe or temporary use ban (TUB) after the EA placed much of its area in its "prolonged dry ...

King Charles is not above the rules especially when it comes to the nation’s water supply, despite being the Head of ...

Portsmouth Water customers have been reassured there are no immediate plans to implement a hosepipe ban in the area - but ...

A hosepipe ban is now in place in 10 counties across England, but none in Wales. However, there is one simple rule that means ...

A double water-pipe burst has led to road closures in a town. Water could be seen bubbling up and flowing along South Street ...

LIDL is selling an affordable plant that will keep thriving all summer long and attracts wildlife. The drought-resistant ...

After the driest spring in more than a century, followed by the UK’s hottest June on record, the first hosepipe bans of 2025 have been announced.

Suggesting mulching as a way to keep your plants healthy during a hosepipe ban, the experts add: "Adding mulch or compost ...