Last confirmed: voluntary appeal – checked 29 days ago.
We’re re-checking Severn Trent’s notice now, so we are not asserting that status today. Their own notice is authoritative. Check it before using a hosepipe.
Check with your supplier
Areas covered: The Severn Trent supply area across the Midlands.
You cannot use a hosepipe or sprinkler at home. A watering can or bucket is still fine, and the maximum fine is £1,000.
Started
23 July 2026
Ends
Until further notice
Areas covered: The whole Thames Water drinking-water supply area, covering London, the Thames Valley and the home counties. Customers Thames Water serves for wastewater only, and customers supplied with drinking water by another company, are not affected.
TWThames Water·Status checked just now·page dated 24 July 2026
We are an unofficial tracker, so Thames Water’s own notice is the version that legally applies to you.
Which of these applies to you?
GL (Gloucester) splits between Severn Trent and Thames Water. Thames Water has a ban in force; Severn Trent has a voluntary appeal only. Confirm your supplier on your water bill.