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United Utilities launches major investment in Troutbeck

03 Jun 2026

United Utilities is set to start work on two projects which will see upgrades to both the water and United wastewater network in Troutbeck.

The water company for the North West is investing more than £4.8m on both schemes.

At the wastewater treatment works, work will start later this summer on the second phase of a project to improve the quality of the treated wastewater that is returned to the environment at the end of the treatment process.

Following a successful trial, the project will see two innovative chemical-free sewage treatment units installed. The FujiClean units provide an innovative low-carbon, chemical-free wastewater treatment solution that provides phosphorus removal without the use of chemicals.

The existing trial unit will be kept in place until two new larger units are installed on a permanent basis. The year-long project is part of wider investment plans to improve water quality across the Windermere catchment.

Separately, work to improve the resilience and reliability of the water network in the area will get underway in June. It is part of part of United Utilities’ region-wide programme which will see more than 925km of mains upgraded by 2030.

Between June and August, work will be carried out along Holbeck Lane from the A591 through to the junction with Holbeck Close to upgrade just under a kilometre of water mains.  A signed diversion will be in place while work is carried out.

Kate Stark, United Utilities’ Area Engagement Lead for Cumbria said: “These important projects will bring direct benefits to customers both by reducing leaks and bursts on the water network and delivering environmental benefits.”

Contract partners M Group will carry out the work to upgrade the water mains. Customers in the area are being notified and United Utilities is reminding customers that all United Utilities’ employees and contract partners carry ID cards and will be happy to have their identity checked. If in doubt, customers should call 0345 672 3723.

More information is available online at www.unitedutilities.com/new-water-pipes

United Utilities is spending more than £13bn to protect and enhance over 500km of rivers, lakes and bathing waters whilst safeguarding drinking water supplies for millions of customers.