Aqua Pura

Natural Mineral Water sourced from the rolling hills of Cumbria

Filtered through ancient, mineral-rich rocks our water is naturally pure with a consistently clear and refreshing taste. That’s why we’re called Aqua Pura – quite simply, our name means Pure Water.

We are really proud of our Cumbrian heritage and have been bottling water at source in the beautiful Eden Valley for 30 years. Today Aqua Pura is one of the fastest growing British natural mineral water brands in UK, meaning that we can share a little taste of Cumbria far and wide.
 

Our Natural Mineral Water

Aqua Pura is sourced next to a Special Area of Conservation right in the heart of the Cumbrian countryside.

Our water flows deep below the surface of the stunning Eden Valley, filtering naturally through ancient rocks known as an aquifer. Our aquifer is rich in minerals that enhance the unique and refreshing flavour of Aqua Pura.

Our Pure Water

Do you know what exactly makes Aqua Pura so pure?  Our source is protected by layers of boulder clay, glacial sand and gravel.  A borehole is drilled over 300 metres below the ground into the sandstone where the water has percolated through ancient, mineral-saturated rocks for centuries.  Our water is then pumped to the surface and bottled within minutes.

The site is located next to a designated EU ‘Special Area of Conservation’ the River Eden and is located next to several designated ‘Sites of Special Scientific Interest’ (SSSI’s):

• Eden Gorge
• River Eden and Tributaries
• Lazonby Fell
• Wan Fells

Find out what makes our Natural Mineral Water so special.

Sustainability

Surrounded by the lush and green expanse of the Eden Valley in Cumbria it’s easy to see why we’re so passionate about the environment. We are proud of our surroundings and want to keep them every bit as natural and untouched as they should be. We are committed to sustainability and have objectives in place to ensure we keep our ecological footprint to an absolute minimum. This commitment is realised from the specific ways we bottle our water through to how our site is designed to blend in with the forests and fields which surround us. Find out more about our commitment to sustainability.
 

Quality and Care

Aqua Pura is very proud to be an officially recognised “Natural Mineral Water”.
To achieve this classification a water must meet strict standards and requirements, for example water must come from an officially recognised source which has undergone two years of frequent microbiological and quality testing. Authorities must be confident that the source is protected from pollution, and that the temperature and composition remains stable.
 

Our Water Quality

We are very proud to be an officially recognised Natural Mineral Water.  To achieve and retail this classification we have consistently adhered to a comprehensive set of criteria since we obtained recognition back in 1991.
 

Water Testing

Our water originated from a natural and protected underground source.  It is bottled at source on-site and is rigorously tested to ensure it is microbiologically safe and high quality without the need for any treatment.
 

Our Minerals

As rain water filters through the Penrith sandstone of the Eden Valley it collects minerals, main Calcium, Magnesium and Sodium.  Don’t worry though – our Sodium levels are classified as low.  The presence of these minerals helps give Aqua Pura it’s refreshing taste.
 

Water Care

As producers of Natural Mineral Water, we act as custodians of our land and subsequently the rocks below it.  We have a responsibility for the land and the ancient rocks that lie beneath it.  Our water is free from contamination and pollutants – and we take fantastic care to protect and maintain our water source and our site.

Recycling and Recyclability

• Aqua Pura 500ml bottles are made from 100% recycled PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) in order to preserve the quality of the product they contain and our shrinkwrap is made from more than 50% recycled plastic. 
• The bottles, labels, shrinkwrap and NEW caps are 100% recyclable.This means all the packaging can go in the recycling bin.
• Our NEW Environmentally Friendly Caps are unique in that they stay with the bottle and are therefore not lost in nature.
• Cannot be lost in nature - we know that removable caps can be found in the eco system. Wildlife such as seabirds find it hard to differentiate between these caps and food, this can result in the death of seabirds.
• Thanks to this attached cap, we can help win the fight of litter in the environment.
• Recycling improvement - The 500ml bottle, label and its cap are 100% recyclable making it easier for you deposit them in the sorting bin so 100% of the caps will have the chance to be recycled!
• Less plastic - The bottle and the cap are produced with less plastic material, so we preserve our natural resources.

Hydration

Water is the first constituent and the main food of all living things.  The human body is made up of approximately 60% water.  Every cell in the body needs water to function properly and if it is insufficient, organs suffer.

Are you drinking enough?  The amount of water you should be drinking is specific to each and every individual and no single recommended water intake suits everyone.  To make sure you’re drinking the right amount of water specific to your body type and activity level, we have created a handy tool to help keep you every bit as hydrated as you should be.

Visit our website to see how much water you should be drinking and check out our factsheet for some top tips on staying hydrated.

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