More than 70% of England is experiencing drought conditions, and temporary bans restrict many clubs from using mains water on fairways, approaches, rough and decorative landscaping. Mains water remains permitted for greens and teeing areas.
England Golf advised clubs to prepare for possible tighter restrictions and reduce reliance on mains water. National targets call for a 9% reduction in total business water consumption by 2038 and 15% by 2050.