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East Runton

North Norfolk, Anglian
Excellent Water Quality
Data last verified: 08 Aug 2026

Nestled within North Norfolk, Anglian, East Runton provides a welcoming sandy stretch of coastline. Having been designated as an official bathing water site in 2010, the location undergoes routine water quality assessments, currently rated Excellent. In addition, dogs are permitted during winter months.

18.7°C
Air Temp
15.8 mph
Wind Speed
Low Tide
in 0h 25m
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Live Water Quality

95
Excellent
Safe for swimming
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Air Temp

18.7°C
Comfortable

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Clear sky
18.7°C

Tide

Low Tide
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Water Quality

Excellent
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Quick Overview

Sand & Rocky beach
Family friendly
Dog friendly
(winter)
Parking nearby
Toilets
Café

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Beach Type
Rock, Sand
Water Quality
Excellent
Avg. Air Temp
18.7°C
Swimming
Highly recommended

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Full Tide Times
High 02:13 1.1m
Low 08:43 -1.0m
High 14:47 1.3m
Low 21:39 -1.1m
Sediment Type
Rock, Sand

The shoreline consists primarily of rock, sand. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.

Annual Rating
Excellent

Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.

Rainfall Impact
Low Risk

This bathing water is generally resilient and has a low risk of quality degradation after heavy summer storm events.

Monitoring Authority
Environment Agency

Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.

Water Body Type
Coastal Beach

Monitored as a coastal beach. Coastal beaches are subject to tidal flows and marine dilution, whereas inland lakes/rivers suffer from low water circulation, meaning bacteria can linger longer.

Sewerage Provider
Anglian Water Services Limited

Anglian Water Services Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.

Designated Year
2010

Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 2010. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.

County / District
North Norfolk

Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the North Norfolk area.

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