EA Bathing Water Quality Registers
Beach & Bathing Water Quality Directory
Browse designated swimming spots, bacteriological tests, annual safety compliance records, and active testing seasons under the Open Government Licence.
Location Search & Directory (No. 156)
Queries the Environment Agency Bathing Water register database for designated coastal swim locations.
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Designated Bathing Locations & Safety Classification (No. 156, 157)
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Select a bathing water location from the directory list to display bacteriological counts and seasonal timelines.
Classification Guide
Bathing Water StandardsExcellentHighest quality water. Extremely low bacteria counts. Blue Flag compliant.
GoodSafe for swimming, within rigorous European standards.
SufficientMeets minimum safety values, monitored closely.
PoorBathing not recommended. Higher counts of coliforms/enterococci detected.