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Learn moreA refreshing swim outdoors, the clink of ice cubes in a cooling drink, a quick shower before heading out with friends – water is essential for a great summer. See our tips below for how to make the most of water this year.
The beach isn’t the only place to be this summer. Why not take a trip to a lakeside walk, or find a new way to keep the kids entertained in the garden?
Visit a lake – there are lots of lovely lakeside and riverside spots in the region. Why not check out the wildlife in Nutfield Marshes?
Take a trip to a local park, garden or garden centre to find out more about water-savvy planting, and efficient watering methods
Have fun in the garden – paddling pools aren’t the only way to entertain kids in the summer. From water bottle skittles to bedsheet tents and spray battles, see our tips for water-saving summer fun.
Water is amazing. We take it for granted that water comes out of the tap when we turn it on, but each droplet has been on a remarkable journey.
1. Find out about where your water comes from – how it is captured, stored, treated, transported and piped to your home. Read up on projects that are improving the water network for the SES region.
2. Help local wildlife by adding a pond or birdbath to your garden. If this isn’t possible, even a small pot of flowers can help bees and other insects. You’ll be following in the footsteps of our work on biodiversity which supports wildlife habitats.
3. Nature plays a vital role in supporting community wellbeing. We provide support for community groups around the region, from funding water butts on allotments to supporting drought-resistant gardens. Find out more about our community work.
In summer, we tend to use more water – mainly for watering the garden. A few simple steps can help you use less water.
Choose super-saver showers – have a shower rather than a bath and keep it short and sweet – play a favourite song and see if you can be out before it finishes. A family of four could save around £210 a year in water and energy costs if everyone cut their daily shower by two minutes.
Get a water butt – collect rainwater from your roof to keep your garden green. Bonus - many plants prefer rainwater, which has a different acidity level to tap water. The average UK house roof could collect enough to fill 450 water butts a year.
Fix your leaky loo. Many dual-flush toilets develop a trickle of water against the back. It might look tiny, but a 24/7 leak really adds up over time. Get the valve repaired to save up to £480 a year.
Find out how and where to use water in your home, and discover easy ways to save.
Learn moreMost water is used at home. Discover easy ways to use less, every day.
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