One way we can protect our precious resource of water is to consider ways to capture, store and use it in our gardens. This video shows ways to do that including fitting a water butt. They can be purchased from most DIY retailers and are also available through Staffordshire County Council. Natural rainwater is better for your plants and saves our treated water especially at times of water shortage. The extreme heat wave of this summer looks likely to be an increasing pattern so gathering water before the next dry period could benefit your gardens and bills especially if you are on a meter. Saving this precious resource and using it wisely can be one small thing we do for our changing planet.