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Beadnell

Northumberland, North East
Excellent Water Quality
Data last verified: 12 Nov 2026

Beadnell Beach in Northumberland boasts a picturesque shoreline with soft sand and stunning coastal scenery. The beach consistently receives an Excellent water quality rating from the Environment Agency, ensuring a safe and clean bathing experience. During the summer months, the water temperature is estimated to be around 15°C, perfect for a refreshing dip.

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Live Water Quality

95
Excellent
Safe for swimming
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Air Temp

6.2°C
Comfortable

Weather

Partly cloudy
6.2°C

Tide

High Tide (4.6m)
in 3h 43m (04:35) • Spring Tide

Water Quality

Excellent
Safe for swimming

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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
6.2°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 86
Current Water Level
Rising ↑ (2.23m)
39% through current tide cycle (LAT)
Upcoming High & Low
▲ High: 04:35 (4.60m • in 3h 43m)
▼ Low: 10:42 (1.34m • in 9h 50m)
Tidal Range & Coefficient
Range: 3.50m (Coeff 86/120)
Large tidal range — faster tidal currents and higher high water.
Current Tidal Flow
Peak Flooding Flow
Rule of Twelfths: fastest flow occurs in mid-tide hours 3 & 4.
📈 24-Hour Harmonic Tide Curve (LAT)
Station: Ashington (8.4 km)
5.3m 3m 0.6m 23:0003:0007:0011:0015:0019:00 High 04:35 (4.6m)Low 10:42 (1.3m)High 16:44 (4.7m) NOW
📅 7-Day High & Low Tide Table
Day High & Low Tides (Local Time) Tidal Range Coeff / Phase
Wed 11 Nov ▲ High 16:12 (4.77m)▼ Low 22:31 (1.07m) 3.70m Spring (92)
Today ▲ High 04:35 (4.60m)▼ Low 10:42 (1.34m)▲ High 16:44 (4.68m)▼ Low 23:04 (1.18m) 3.50m Spring (86)
Fri 13 Nov ▲ High 05:11 (4.40m)▼ Low 11:13 (1.51m)▲ High 17:18 (4.55m)▼ Low 23:40 (1.31m) 3.24m Coeff 80
Sat 14 Nov ▲ High 05:49 (4.19m)▼ Low 11:47 (1.69m)▲ High 17:56 (4.39m) 2.70m Coeff 65
Sun 15 Nov ▼ Low 00:21 (1.46m)▲ High 06:33 (3.99m)▼ Low 12:28 (1.87m)▲ High 18:40 (4.22m) 2.76m Coeff 67
Mon 16 Nov ▼ Low 01:10 (1.61m)▲ High 07:27 (3.82m)▼ Low 13:20 (2.04m)▲ High 19:33 (4.05m) 2.44m Coeff 58
Tue 17 Nov ▼ Low 02:11 (1.71m)▲ High 08:32 (3.71m)▼ Low 14:28 (2.15m)▲ High 20:38 (3.94m) 2.23m Coeff 53
Reference Station: Ashington • Model: FES2022 Global Ocean Model • Datum: LAT Tide predictions via TidesAtlas
Next 4 Tides
Spring Tide
High 04:35 4.60m
Low 10:42 1.34m
High 16:44 4.68m
Low 23:04 1.18m
Current: Rising (2.23m) • Peak Flooding Flow
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
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
Northumbrian Water Limited

Northumbrian Water 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
Northumberland

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

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