Yes! The tap water is safe to drink.
Tap water in Middlesbrough, UK is treated and monitored to meet strict EU and UK drinking water standards.
It is safe to drink tap water in Middlesbrough, with no health risks from consuming it. Regular tests ensure quality.
Northumbrian Water, the local supplier, publishes annual water quality reports, showing Middlesbrough's tap water meets all required standards.
United Kingdom is ranked as number 2 globally with a score of 98.2% in the water quality EPI research conducted by Yale University.
Middlesbrough's tap water comes from surface water sources, including the River Tees andScaling Dam Reservoir.
Some tap water also comes from underground sources, such as boreholes and aquifers, particularly during dry spells.
Treated water from these sources is distributed to households and businesses through a network of pipes, ensuring a consistent supply.
Middlesbrough has drinking fountains and refill points that provide safe and clean drinking water to the public.
These fountains and points are regularly maintained and tested to ensure the water quality meets strict standards.
Residents and visitors can quench their thirst with confidence, as the water is safe to drink and good for the environment.
Here is a map showing all the locations of drinking water spots in Middlesbrough. You can click on each water drop to open the spot directly in Google Maps for directions.