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When water supplies are under pressure, some areas may face temporary restrictions to help protect resources and ensure everyone has access to the water they need.
To help protect water supplies, Affinity Water, Anglian Water, Cambridge Water, Essex & Suffolk Water, South East Water, South West Water, Thames Water and Wessex Water have introduced a Temporary Use Ban (TUB), previously known as a hosepipe ban.
Where Leaf Water customers live within the geographical area of a water company that has introduced a TUB, we have also published a TUB, as this generates water-savings that contribute to protecting water supplies for everyone in the region during this drought event.
If you’re unsure whether your property is affected, you can check if you receive your water bill from us or get in touch via our contact page.
If you wish to make a representation concerning any of these prohibitions, you can email
enquiries@leafwater.co.uk or telephone 0345 646 0680.
For the latest Government update on the ongoing dry weather, click here.
Thank you for your consideration and understanding of this dry weather event.
Please see the map below for the areas covered by TUBs.
Please see below for the region(s) affected by TUBs:
We introduced Temporary Use Bans (TUBs) on Friday 17th July 2026 in the following Leaf Water areas supplied by Affinity Water:
We introduced Temporary Use Bans (TUBs) on Friday 21st August 2026 in the following Leaf Water areas supplied by Affinity Water:
We introduced Temporary Use Bans (TUBs) on Thursday 16th July 2026 in the following Leaf Water areas supplied by Anglian Water:
We introduced Temporary Use Bans (TUBs) on Friday 24th July 2026 in the following Leaf Water areas supplied by Cambridge Water:
We introduced Temporary Use Bans (TUBs) on Friday, 7th August 2026 in the Leaf Water areas supplied by Essex & Suffolk Water.
These restrictions affect our customers in the following Developments at:
We introduced Temporary Use Bans (TUBs) on Friday 31st July 2026 in the following Leaf Water areas supplied by South East Water:
We introduced Temporary Use Bans (TUBs) on Friday 21st August 2026 in the following Leaf Water areas supplied by South West Water:
We introduced Temporary Use Bans (TUBs) on Saturday, 25th July 2026 in the Leaf Water areas supplied by Thames Water.
These restrictions affect our customers in the following areas:
We introduced Temporary Use Bans (TUBs) on Friday, 21st August 2026 in the Leaf Water areas supplied by Wessex Water.
These restrictions affect our customers in the following areas:
Advanced Water Infrastructure Networks Limited (AWIN) trading as Leaf Water gives notice that, pursuant to sections 76 and 76A-C of the Water Industry Act 1991, the uses of water detailed below supplied by AWIN are restricted. The use of a hosepipe, including using sprinklers, dripper hoses, automatic irrigation systems and similar devices, is prohibited for the following:
For more information and guidance on drought, click here.
You can also view our Drought Plan, Water Resources Management Plan and other key documents on our Publications page.
A hosepipe includes anything connected to your mains water supply that’s used for the same purpose, including sprinklers and pressure washers.
You can still use a hosepipe if:
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A Temporary Use Ban, often referred to as a hosepipe ban, is introduced by your water company during times of drought. It helps reduce water use across the community so there’s enough to go around for essential needs.
They are introduced to help save water in areas most affected by drought. When rainfall is lower than usual, water levels in reservoirs, rivers, and the ground can drop, and taking these steps helps make sure there’s enough water to go around for everyone.
A TUB is brought in when water levels are lower than usual, often after a dry spring or summer. It’s a precaution to make sure water supplies are protected. By following the rules, we can all help ensure there’s enough water for everyone’s essential needs.
The best way to help is by using water wisely at home and in the garden. Every small change adds up, and together we can make a big difference to protecting local water supplies. You’ll find plenty of tips on our Water Saving page to get you started.
To check if a Temporary Use Ban applies to you, please scroll to the top of this page to see the map of England showing affected areas. For a detailed map of your region, click the dropdown under the relevant section. If you’re unsure, you can contact us here and we’ll be happy to help.
If dry conditions continue, water companies may need to introduce additional restrictions. By using water wisely now, we can all help reduce the impact and protect supplies for everyone.
We’ll let you know as soon as the ban is lifted through local announcements, such as emails, SMS, and newspapers. Updates will also be posted on our website, so you can always check here for the latest information.
Yes! You can still use a hosepipe from non-mains sources, such as rainwater collected in a water butt or water from a private borehole.
The length of a TUB depends on the weather and water levels. A TUB will continue until water resources such as reservoirs, rivers and groundwater have returned to manageable levels and our regional water supplier lifts restrictions in the area.
We’re working closely with our suppliers to follow established guidance and make sure any restrictions are applied effectively. We’re also actively involved in discussions and planning to support recovery as quickly as possible, helping to protect water supplies for everyone in our community.
We work collaboratively with the regional water companies who supply our water. During a drought event, we collectively apply restrictions to our customers to protect water supplies for everyone in the region.
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