Hosepipe Ban Comes into Force Today

The Montcalm Garden Bowls Club in Eastbourne is affected by a hosepipe ban, threatening their turf. Nearby, Friston Pumping Station reveals an underground network of aquifers crucial for Southeast Water, which supplies 80,000 families. With water levels dropping, the community faces challenges, especially those growing their own produce. The bowlers plan to install an irrigation system but hope for rain in the meantime.

What is the main reason the Montcalm Garden Bowls Club is concerned about their turf?

• The turf is not exempt from the hosepipe ban.

• The club is planning to expand the turf.

• The turf is too old and needs replacement.

• The turf is being attacked by pests.

What natural feature acts as a reservoir at the Friston Pumping Station?

• The sponge-like quality of local limestone

• A series of underground caves

• A large lake

• A man-made dam

What percentage of Southeast Water's supply comes from boreholes?

• 50%

• 25%

• 75%

• 100%

Why is the hosepipe ban particularly challenging for some residents?

• It prevents them from washing their cars.

• It limits their ability to fill swimming pools.

• It makes it difficult to grow their own vegetables and fruit.

• It increases their water bills.

What are the bowlers planning to do to cope with the hosepipe ban?

• Install a water irrigation system

• Move to a different location

• Use artificial turf

• Hire more staff to manually water the turf