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Lostwithiel, River Fowey

Cornwall, South West
Unknown Water Quality
Data last verified: 12 Nov 2026

Located in the picturesque town of Lostwithiel, the River Fowey offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere, with its sandy shoreline and estuary environment providing a haven for nature lovers. The water quality is officially classified as 'Monitored' by the Environment Agency, ensuring that visitors can enjoy a safe and healthy swim. During the summer months, the water temperature is estimated to be around 18°C, making it perfect for a refreshing dip.

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Air Temp

8.8°C
Comfortable

Weather

Partly cloudy
8.8°C

Tide

High Tide (5.01m)
in 5h 23m (06:33) • Spring Tide

Water Quality

Unknown
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Pollution Alerts

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Quick Overview

Estuary / Inland Water
Family friendly
Dog friendly
(winter)
Parking nearby
Toilets
Café

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Beach Type
Not listed
Water Quality
Unknown
Avg. Air Temp
8.8°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 87
Current Water Level
Rising ↑ (1.16m)
8% through current tide cycle (LAT)
Upcoming High & Low
▲ High: 06:33 (5.01m • in 5h 23m)
▼ Low: 13:02 (1.16m • in 11h 52m)
Tidal Range & Coefficient
Range: 3.91m (Coeff 87/120)
Large tidal range — faster tidal currents and higher high water.
Current Tidal Flow
Moderate Flooding Flow
Rule of Twelfths: fastest flow occurs in mid-tide hours 3 & 4.
📈 24-Hour Harmonic Tide Curve (LAT)
Station: St Austell
5.6m 3.1m 0.6m 23:3003:3007:3011:3015:3019:30 High 06:33 (5.0m)Low 13:02 (1.2m)High 18:48 (4.7m) NOW
📅 7-Day High & Low Tide Table
Day High & Low Tides (Local Time) Tidal Range Coeff / Phase
Wed 11 Nov ▲ High 18:19 (4.90m) --
Today ▼ Low 00:43 (1.10m)▲ High 06:33 (5.01m)▼ Low 13:02 (1.16m)▲ High 18:48 (4.72m) 3.91m Spring (87)
Fri 13 Nov ▼ Low 01:13 (1.31m)▲ High 07:03 (4.87m)▼ Low 13:33 (1.37m)▲ High 19:18 (4.55m) 3.56m Coeff 79
Sat 14 Nov ▼ Low 01:42 (1.52m)▲ High 07:34 (4.72m)▼ Low 14:05 (1.58m)▲ High 19:51 (4.37m) 3.20m Coeff 70
Sun 15 Nov ▼ Low 02:12 (1.72m)▲ High 08:11 (4.56m)▼ Low 14:39 (1.78m)▲ High 20:33 (4.21m) 2.84m Coeff 61
Mon 16 Nov ▼ Low 02:48 (1.92m)▲ High 08:57 (4.41m)▼ Low 15:22 (1.96m)▲ High 21:28 (4.08m) 2.49m Coeff 53
Tue 17 Nov ▼ Low 03:34 (2.10m)▲ High 09:56 (4.29m)▼ Low 16:19 (2.10m)▲ High 22:37 (4.00m) 2.19m Neap (45)
Reference Station: St Austell • Model: FES2022 Global Ocean Model • Datum: LAT Tide predictions via TidesAtlas
Next 4 Tides
Spring Tide
High 06:33 5.01m
Low 13:02 1.16m
High 18:48 4.72m
Low 01:13 1.31m
Current: Rising (1.16m) • Moderate Flooding Flow
Sediment Type
Not listed

Sediment type has not yet been recorded for this site. Underfoot conditions and bank composition may vary.

Annual Rating
Unknown

No compliance history or monitoring status is available for this bathing water profile for the current monitoring cycle.

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
Estuary / Transitional Water

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.

Sewerage Provider
South West Water Limited

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

Designated Year
2026

Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 2026. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.

County / District
Cornwall

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

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