Thanks for using less water during your visit

Are you visiting our beautiful region?

This region has so much to offer visitors, from the coastline, rolling Somerset countryside and the buzz of Bristol.

Whether you’re enjoying seaside fun in Weston-super-Mare, a city break in Bristol or chilling on the pier in Clevedon, we hope you have an amazing summer visit.

While you’re here, there’s something you can do to help local communities and the natural environment.

By using water carefully, you’ll help look after this precious resource. In summer, demand for water rises in areas with high visitor numbers. So, using only what you need helps ensure there’s enough to go around for everyone. If the reservoir levels reduce dramatically, this can impact local wildlife as well as making hosepipe bans more likely in the future for local communities.

Where you can save even more water

Wherever you're staying, whatever you're doing, here's some ways in which you can help reduce your impact on the region's water supply.

In the bathroom

Choose a short shower rather than a bath
Turn off the taps while brushing your teeth
If the toilet has a dual flush, just use the small flush whenever possible
Bedding and towels do not need washing every day
If you notice any leaky pipes or dripping taps, let your holiday host know

In the kitchen

Refrigerate a bottle of tap water instead of letting the tap run cold
Take a refillable water bottle out for a day instead of buying bottled water
Only fill the kettle with the water you need
Wash fruit and vegetables in a bowl of water, not under the tap
Only run the washing machine on a full load – and use the eco setting
Avoid pre-rinsing dishes, simply scrape and place in the dishwasher

If you’re camping

Make sure you turn off any taps in shower and toilet facilities or after filling up your caravan or motorhome’s water tank on site
If you see a leak or a dripping tap, let the campsite owner / manager know

At the beach

Brush sand off towels, clothing and beach toys before rinsing in a bowl to use less water
A quick rinse of swimwear followed by drying in the sea air is often enough
Rinse feet in a shared bowl of water instead of using a hose or tap

Water efficiency and climate change

Climate change is making weather patterns less predictable, leading to more heatwaves and droughts.

We need to make sure there’s a reliable supply of drinking water for everyone in the Bristol Water supply area throughout the year, even if there’s a long dry spell.

We’re increasing storage capacity by developing new water resources and addressing leaks on the network, as well as helping local residents find ways to use less water.

As a visitor, you also have an important role, so thank you for using less water during your stay.