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1571

The Discovery

The first mineral spring is discovered in 1571 by William Slingsby and becomes known as The Tewit Well.

1517
c16-18th

c16th - c18th

The Original British Spa Town

The personal physician to Queen Elizabeth I recommends the waters for their medicinal properties. The town becomes known as ‘The English Spa’, the first use of ‘Spa’ in the UK. A popular health treatment, wealthy visitors flock to ‘take the waters’.

1740

The Home of British Bottled Water

Harrogate becomes the first water to be bottled in Britain. The town continues to be synonymous with naturally sourced water, revered by Royalty and locals alike.

1884

1884

A Wonder of the Natural World

Harrogate has 88 unique springs within a two-mile radius of the town centre, more than anywhere else in the world. Arx Celebris Fontibus, the town’s motto at its 1884 Charter of Incorporation, means ‘A Citadel Famous For Its Springs’. This is inscribed on the Royal Pump Room.

1914

1914

Hydrating the Empire

Harrogate Spring becomes the UK’s most exported water, keeping the troops hydrated from England to Bombay during WW1.

2002

The World’s Finest Water

Harrogate Water Brands is created to continue the town’s illustrious heritage of providing the finest naturally sourced water from the beautiful spa town to discerning consumers across the world. Harrogate Spring is voted ‘Best Sparkling Water in the World’.

2007

2007

Giving Back

Ethical water brand Thirsty Planet is launched as a sister brand to Harrogate Spring, dedicated to helping provide clean, safe water and sanitation to rural sub-Saharan Africa, delivered by independent British charity Pump Aid. Thirsty Planet is the only UK bottled water brand to guarantee a charitable donation with every bottle.

2014

2014

A Global Brand

Harrogate Water Brands invests in state-of the-art production facilities to develop Harrogate Spring as a global brand. More Harrogate water is now bottled and distributed than there has ever been in its history.

TODAY

The No.1 Premium British Water

Harrogate Spring can be found at the most prestigious events and venues, from top hotels and restaurants to the world’s most reputable airlines. It is the official water of Ascot Racecourse and Royal Ascot.