Exclusive: Swimmers say Lake Windermere sewage caused life-threatening illnesses

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Exclusive: Swimmers say Lake Windermere sewage caused life-threatening illnesses

Public anger at water companies and others pumping sewage into our rivers, lakes and beaches has never been higher.

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With a new Water Bill going before parliament in the spring, some say it’s the best chance finally to clear up England’s water.

We go to Windermere to find out why England’s largest lake is in the eye of the storm.
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Date: March 16, 2026