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Walton

Tendring, Anglian
Excellent Water Quality
Data last verified: 12 Nov 2026

Walton's picturesque coastal beach boasts a stunning shoreline of golden sand, backed by a tranquil landscape of rolling hills and scenic walks. The beach consistently achieves an Excellent water quality rating, as tested by the Environment Agency, making it an ideal spot for swimming and water activities. During the summer months, the water temperature typically ranges from 18-20°C, perfect for a refreshing dip.

8.6°C
Air Temp
13.7 mph
Wind Speed
Low Tide (0.65m)
in 5h 53m (06:45) • Spring Tide
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Live Water Quality

95
Excellent
Safe for swimming
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Air Temp

8.6°C
Comfortable

Weather

Partly cloudy
8.6°C

Tide

Low Tide (0.65m)
in 5h 53m (06:45) • Spring Tide

Water Quality

Excellent
Safe for swimming

Pollution Alerts

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Quick Overview

Sandy beach
Family friendly
Dog friendly
(winter)
Parking nearby
Toilets
Café

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Beach Type
Sand
Water Quality
Excellent
Avg. Air Temp
8.6°C
Swimming
Highly recommended

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Reference Information

🌊 Live Tide Curve, Tidal Range & 7-Day Schedule

Harmonic astronomical predictions, tidal coefficients & flow rate

Spring Tide • Coeff 89
Current Water Level
High Tide (Slack) • (3.85m)
0% through current tide cycle (LAT)
Upcoming High & Low
▲ High: 13:14 (3.78m • in 12h 22m)
▼ Low: 06:45 (0.65m • in 5h 53m)
Tidal Range & Coefficient
Range: 3.20m (Coeff 89/120)
Large tidal range — faster tidal currents and higher high water.
Current Tidal Flow
Slack Water (Calmest)
Rule of Twelfths: fastest flow occurs in mid-tide hours 3 & 4.
📈 24-Hour Harmonic Tide Curve (LAT)
Station: Walton-on-the-Naze
4.4m 2.3m 0.2m 23:0003:0007:0011:0015:0019:00 Low 06:45 (0.7m)High 13:14 (3.8m)Low 19:03 (0.9m) NOW
📅 7-Day High & Low Tide Table
Day High & Low Tides (Local Time) Tidal Range Coeff / Phase
Wed 11 Nov ▼ Low 18:29 (0.73m) --
Today ▲ High 00:52 (3.85m)▼ Low 06:45 (0.65m)▲ High 13:14 (3.78m)▼ Low 19:03 (0.87m) 3.20m Spring (89)
Fri 13 Nov ▲ High 01:25 (3.76m)▼ Low 07:22 (0.69m)▲ High 13:49 (3.62m)▼ Low 19:38 (1.00m) 3.07m Coeff 84
Sat 14 Nov ▲ High 01:58 (3.67m)▼ Low 08:01 (0.75m)▲ High 14:26 (3.47m)▼ Low 20:18 (1.11m) 2.92m Coeff 78
Sun 15 Nov ▲ High 02:34 (3.56m)▼ Low 08:46 (0.81m)▲ High 15:07 (3.33m)▼ Low 21:06 (1.21m) 2.75m Coeff 71
Mon 16 Nov ▲ High 03:15 (3.44m)▼ Low 09:38 (0.87m)▲ High 15:53 (3.21m)▼ Low 22:02 (1.28m) 2.57m Coeff 64
Tue 17 Nov ▲ High 04:02 (3.32m)▼ Low 10:35 (0.89m)▲ High 16:49 (3.12m)▼ Low 23:03 (1.30m) 2.43m Coeff 59
Reference Station: Walton-on-the-Naze • Model: FES2022 Global Ocean Model • Datum: LAT Tide predictions via TidesAtlas
Next 4 Tides
Spring Tide
Low 06:45 0.65m
High 13:14 3.78m
Low 19:03 0.87m
High 01:25 3.76m
Current: High Tide (Slack) (3.85m) • Slack Water (Calmest)
Sediment Type
Sand

The shoreline consists primarily of 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
High Risk

Bacterial levels are highly susceptible to storm runoff. Heavy rainfall in the local catchment is likely to trigger storm overflows and agricultural runoff, rendering the water temporarily unsafe.

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
1988

Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 1988. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.

County / District
Tendring

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

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