Nestled within Waverley, South East, Frensham Great Pond provides a welcoming sandy setting. Having been designated as an official bathing water site in 1998, the location undergoes routine water quality assessments, currently rated Excellent. In addition, dogs are permitted during winter months.
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.
Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.
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 lake bathing water. Inland lakes and reservoirs have low water circulation compared to tidal waters, meaning bacterial levels can persist longer after rainfall.
Thames Water Utilities 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 1998. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.
Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the Waverley area.