Nestled in the heart of Cambridge, Sheep's Green along the River Cam offers a serene escape from the city's bustling streets. Unfortunately, the water quality is classified as Poor by the Environment Agency, making it essential to exercise caution when swimming. During the summer months, the water temperature is estimated to be around 18°C.
Hand-picked holiday cottages & coastal retreats near Sheep's Green, River Cam (Cambridge) & surrounds
Rural Retreats
From £4,295
The Dairy sits on the Burghley Estate in the heart of Capability Brown parkland, landscaped during the 1760s. After careful restoration, this historic building has been transfor...
Rural Retreats
From £395
This exquisitely designed luxury 18th century cottage in Tinwell is a dreamy abode for couples looking for a romantic break. Nearby Stamford boasts many chic boutiques, eateries...
Rural Retreats
From £704
This delightful Lodge on Wakes Hall Farm is a haven of peace in 500 acres of private land. Awarded a five star AA award. Each lodge has the ultimate indulgence – a soothing hot ...
Rural Retreats
From £590
Get back to nature and enjoy life on a working arable farm, in a lovingly converted barn with sweeping views of the fields and countryside all around you.
Rural Retreats
From £562
Situated on the Essex/Suffolk border, this stunning lodge is one of five lodges on Wakes Hall Farm, a haven of peace in 500 acres of private land. Awarded a five star AA award, ...
Rural Retreats
From £590
With its elegant, contemporary design and touches of luxury like underfloor heating and large picture windows, Woolmers is one of three lovingly restored barns in the heart of t...
Rural Retreats
From £1,250
For a break with a difference, how about a holiday in an award-winning landmark? The Tower is a converted water tower, decorated in the classic, utilitarian style of the 1930s b...
Rural Retreats
From £704
Woodbell Lodge is one of five lodges peacefully situated in 500 acres of private land at Wakes Hall Farm, awarded a five star AA award. Located on the Essex/Suffolk border, the ...
Sediment type has not yet been recorded for this site. Underfoot conditions and bank composition may vary.
Water quality regularly fails to meet safe bathing standards. Swimmers face an elevated risk of stomach infections or skin rashes due to high bacterial loads.
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 an inland river bathing water. River sites are heavily influenced by upstream rainfall, agricultural runoff, and storm overflows, with water flow changing quickly after rain.
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 Cambridge area.
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