The initiative, supported by funding from the Sea Changers Coastal Fountain Fund and direct council investment, seeks to encourage refilling and reusing to tackle plastic waste. The first fountains were installed in 2025 at the Marine Hall in Fleetwood, followed by a second at the Knott End Ferry earlier this year.
Further fountains have been installed at Garstang High Street Car Park, North Promenade toilets in Cleveleys, and Wyre Estuary Country Park, placing them in areas popular with locals and tourists.
These new fountains are expected to deliver significant environmental benefits by reducing reliance on single-use plastic bottles, thereby decreasing litter in local communities and along the coast, and supporting the protection of wildlife and sensitive habitats.
The fountains will also help people stay hydrated during warmer weather, benefiting those enjoying activities such as cycling the Wyre Way, walking at Wyre Estuary Country Park, or visiting the promenades in Fleetwood and Cleveleys. Council staff and volunteers working outdoors will also have convenient access to drinking water.
“"We are delighted to expand access to free drinking water across Wyre through the installation of these new refill fountains. Not only do they help reduce the use of single-use plastics and support our environmental ambitions, but they also encourage residents, visitors, staff and volunteers to stay hydrated while enjoying everything our borough has to offer."
Residents, visitors, and their pets are encouraged to use the new stations by bringing a reusable water bottle or pop-out bowl. Signage is currently being installed and may not be immediately visible at all locations, with most fountains situated on Danfo toilet buildings.
By choosing to refill rather than purchase bottled water, individuals can help reduce waste and contribute to keeping Wyre's coastline, countryside, and public spaces clean for future generations.
The refill fountain locations are: Marine Hall Danfo toilets, Fleetwood; Knott End Ferry Danfo toilets; Garstang High Street Car Park Danfo toilets; North Promenade Danfo toilets, Cleveleys; and Wyre Estuary Country Park Danfo toilets.
