Britain is Drying Out: Time to Future-Proof Your Water Supply
This year, Britain’s weather is sounding an unmistakable alarm. From the hottest spring on record to the driest start to the year since 1997, we’re witnessing first hand how climate change is tightening its grip on our daily lives - and our precious water resources.
Recent coverage by The Times, Financial Times, and The Guardian paints a concerning picture:
Spring 2025 was officially the hottest ever recorded in the UK, exacerbating soil drying and evaporation. (The Times)
As of May, England and Wales are 29% below average rainfall, making this the seventh-driest start to any year since 1931. (Financial Times)
The Environment Agency has already classified much of the country under “prolonged dry weather,” while the North West and Yorkshire are in official drought, with water companies activating drought plans and hinting at upcoming hosepipe bans. (The Guardian)
Hosepipe Bans Are Getting Close!
Yorkshire Water is preparing a Temporary Use Ban (TUB) by mid-July, and United Utilities is close behind. Even where bans aren’t imminent, companies like Thames Water and Southern Water are urging customers to cut back to avoid restrictions.
Why does this matter? Because hosepipe bans aren’t just an inconvenience. They signal that water reserves are under serious threat — and if drought deepens, tighter restrictions could follow, affecting everything from your garden to daily household routines.
Climate Change Is Raising the Stakes
This isn’t a one-off. According to the Environment Agency’s deputy director Richard Thompson:
The changing climate means we will see more summer droughts in the coming decades.
In other words, what was once a rare occurrence could soon become the norm. With rainfall becoming more erratic, we can’t rely on mains water in the same way we used to.
How Can You Protect Yourself? Start with Rainwater Harvesting
The best strategy is not to wait for a hosepipe ban to be imposed — but to take control now.
Installing a rainwater harvesting system ensures that when it does rain (even sporadically), you capture and store that water for future use. This significantly reduces your dependence on mains water for:
Garden irrigation
Keeping the lawn green
Washing cars or patios
Even toilet flushing, with the right setup
Why ThinTanks Are the Smartest Choice
Traditional round water butts or barrels can be bulky, unsightly, and limited in capacity. ThinTanks revolutionise rainwater harvesting with sleek, space-efficient storage that fits perfectly along fences, walls, and narrow side passages. This allows you to:
Harvest thousands of litres of rainwater — not just a few barrels worth.
Maximise underused spaces without compromising your garden’s aesthetics.
Contribute to sustainability by reducing demand on strained regional water supplies.
Imagine having your own “personal reservoir” right at home, ready to keep your garden green or handle household non-potable needs even during the toughest water restrictions.
The Takeaway: Build Your Water Resilience Now
Britain is getting hotter and drier, with climate models predicting more frequent droughts.
Water companies are already warning of restrictions, and hosepipe bans are likely in many regions by the peak of summer.
By investing in rainwater harvesting — especially with smart solutions like ThinTanks — you future-proof your household, reduce your bills, and help take pressure off local reservoirs and rivers.
Don't wait until your water use is limited by law. Make the change today, and beat the unpredictable British weather.
Learn more about how ThinTanks can help you sustainably secure your water supply for years to come.
(Sources: The Times, Financial Times, The Guardian, Environment Agency, Met Office data.)