Thanks for being careful with water

Using less water during your visit helps to protect our vital water resources.

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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 being careful with your water use, you’ll help protect this precious resource. In summer, demand for water rises in areas with high visitor numbers. To make sure there is enough to go around, please only use what you need. 

Visitor tips

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.

1. Holiday cottage or apartment

1. Holiday cottage or apartment

  • Choose a short shower rather than a bath
  • If the toilet has a dual flush, just use the small flush whenever possible
  • If you notice any leaky pipes or dripping taps, let your holiday host know
2. Hotel or B&B

2. Hotel or B&B

  • Bedding and towels don’t need changing every day
  • Only fill the kettle with what you need
  • Choose a short shower rather than a bath
  • Turn off the taps while brushing your teeth
3. Campsite or caravan park

3. Campsite or caravan park

  • If you notice any leaky pipes or dripping taps, let the site manager know
  • Turn off the taps in the wash block or after filling your water tank
  • If your barbecue is greasy, wipe off with kitchen towel or cool then pour into a container and bin it
  • Only flush the 3Ps – pee, poo and paper. Anything else can block the sewers
4. On a day trip

4. On a day trip

  • Use a refillable water bottle to reduce plastic waste
  •  Find water refill stations around the city to fill your bottle for free 

Why do we need to be careful with water?

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.