Manningtree Beach, Stour Estuary is a well-known estuarine bathing water in Tendring, Anglian, recognized for its estuarine terrain. Official water quality sampling at this location currently carries an annual rating of Good. Designated in 2024, the site is maintained under national environmental monitoring standards.
Sediment type has not yet been recorded for this site. Underfoot conditions and bank composition may vary.
Water quality is clean and fully compliant with safety directives. It regularly meets bacterial limits under standard environmental conditions.
This bathing water is generally resilient and has a low risk of quality degradation after heavy summer storm events.
Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.
Monitored as a transitional or estuarine bathing water. Estuarine sites experience a mix of tidal ocean flushing and river discharge, causing fluctuating salinity and water quality.
Anglian Water Services Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.
Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 2024. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.
Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the Tendring area.