Royals facing 'strict rule' but Prince William and Princess Kate narrowly avoid 'ban'
The Prince and Princess of Wales have narrowly avoided the restrictions
The royal family has seemingly been hit with a new rule – but Prince William and Princess Kate have been exempt.
The Prince and Princess of Wales‘ royal relatives are facing a new ban that impacts individuals nationwide.
As head of state, King Charles often avoids rules imposed on the country, but this time, he is feeling heat too.
Royals hit with shock rule
Thames Water’s hosepipe ban is set to affect Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, and Wiltshire.
All of the aforementioned counties are home to the residences of the king and queen.
King Charles’ Gloucestershire Highgrove Estate and Queen Camilla’s home, Ray Mill House, near Chippenham in Wiltshire, could all be impacted.
According to the water company, the ban will come into play on July 22.
This is due to a lack of rain and increasing demand for water, therefore stretching supplies.
Prince William and Princess Kate avoid hosepipe ban
The ban forbids the use of a hosepipe for activities such as watering the garden or washing the car.
People found to be using a hosepipe during a ban can be fined up to £1k ($1.3k).
Thames Water said the temporary restriction would cover areas with postcodes beginning with OX, GL, SN, RG4, RG8, and RG9.
King Charles is known for his work for the environment as well as his love of gardening.
The king has devoted much energy to transforming the gardens around the house.
His residence, Highgrove, is also known for its stunning gardens, so this may have an impact on Charles’ beloved grounds.
Highgrove Estate’s stunning gardens impacted by new rule
Although, it can easily be remedied by using a handy watering can.
Highgrove is a favoured residence of the monarch and his wife.
The estate’s website explains: “Since he arrived in 1980, the king has devoted much energy to transforming the gardens around the house, which are renowned as some of the most inspiring and innovative in the United Kingdom.”
Wiltshire resident Joanne Macleod, who lives very close to King Charles’ royal abode, told Hello! of the upcoming hosepipe ban: “We have always had three water barrels to collect any rain that comes in, so will continue to use that reserved water in watering cans until it runs out. We’re simply conserving as much water as possible during this time.”
Gardening expert’s advice
Gardening expert Lucie Bradley also suggested to the publication to “reuse grey water”.
This means using “shower water, kitchen sink water, and leftover bathtub water”.
Although, you must only use this water if it doesn’t have any harsh chemicals or pollutants.
King Charles’ expert team of gardeners will likely be on hand to equip him with the best advice.
That being said, the monarch likely has everything in order and is following the wise advice he shared during an interview for Gardeners’ Question Time.
He said: “No two years are the same. So, what was a disaster one year will probably be a success the next year. So don’t despair. Nature’s quite interesting like that.”
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