So, is there a hose pipe ban in your area? Probably not yet, but check. It takes two minutes, and it saves you from being “that person” who gets fined. Just go to your water company’s site, or even call them—yes, talking to a human is still allowed.
And if there is a ban? Don’t freak out. Get a watering can, embrace the look of a slightly crispy lawn, and remember: it’s just one summer. Next year, we’ll probably be complaining about the rain again. Such is the British way.
Now go check your area, and maybe have a cuppa while you’re at it. The garden can wait. It’s not going anywhere—well, unless there’s a drought. In that case, maybe water it quickly with your illegal hose. Kidding! Kind of.
