WITH HOTTER, drier summers becoming more common, Cistermiser is encouraging holiday park operators to reduce water waste and future-proof their businesses.

Fifty years after the record-breaking drought of 1976 prompted the creation of water-saving specialist Cistermiser, the company says the challenges that inspired its founding are no longer rare events – and holiday parks have an important role to play.

With another exceptionally hot and dry summer placing increasing pressure on UK water supplies, Cistermiser is encouraging operators of holiday parks, caravan parks, campsites and glamping destinations to look closely at how water is managed across their sites.

The message comes as climate experts warn that hotter, drier summers are becoming more common, while the Environment Agency has predicted England could face a daily water shortfall of around five billion litres by 2055 unless demand is reduced and new supplies are developed.

For holiday parks, where thousands of guests can use washrooms, shower blocks, toilets and leisure facilities every day during peak season, even small inefficiencies can quickly add up to significant water waste and rising utility bills. Richard Braid, Managing Director of Cistermiser and Keraflo, says water efficiency should become part of everyday site management rather than simply a response to drought.

“The summer of 1976 showed just how vulnerable our water supplies can be and inspired the creation of Cistermiser,” he says. “Today, we’re seeing similar conditions more frequently. Water efficiency needs to be built into the way commercial facilities are designed, upgraded and managed.”

Cistermiser’s range of infrared sensor controls, direct flush systems and intelligent urinal flushing products is designed to ensure water is used only when needed, helping reduce unnecessary consumption without compromising hygiene or the guest experience.

Alongside washroom controls, sister company Keraflo’s delayed-action float valve technology helps prevent overflows and unnecessary replenishment in cold water storage tanks, supporting more efficient water management across larger sites.

For holiday park owners investing in sustainability, reducing operating costs and preparing for increasingly unpredictable weather, Cistermiser believes improving water efficiency can deliver long-term benefits for both businesses and the environment.

As Britain marks 50 years since the drought that changed attitudes to water conservation, the company says the lessons learned then have never been more relevant for today’s visitor economy.

For more information on water-saving solutions and how Cistermiser can help, visit www.cistermiser.co.uk