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Christchurch Avon Beach

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West
Excellent Water Quality
Data last verified: 12 Nov 2026

Discover the tranquil beauty of Christchurch Avon Beach, where the gentle Avon River meets the sea, creating a picturesque estuary shoreline. Enjoy the soft sand and excellent water quality, rated Excellent by the Environment Agency. During the summer months, the water temperature averages around 17°C, perfect for a refreshing dip.

7.7°C
Air Temp
13 mph
Wind Speed
Low Tide (0.86m)
in 4h 3m (04:57) • Spring Tide
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Live Water Quality

95
Excellent
Safe for swimming
• Updated 10 mins ago
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Air Temp

7.7°C
Comfortable

Weather

Partly cloudy
7.7°C

Tide

Low Tide (0.86m)
in 4h 3m (04:57) • 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
7.7°C
Swimming
Highly recommended

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

Harmonic astronomical predictions, tidal coefficients & flow rate

Spring Tide • Coeff 90
Current Water Level
Falling ↓ (1.47m)
45% through current tide cycle (LAT)
Upcoming High & Low
▲ High: 09:36 (2.03m • in 8h 41m)
▼ Low: 04:57 (0.86m • in 4h 3m)
Tidal Range & Coefficient
Range: 1.33m (Coeff 90/120)
Large tidal range — faster tidal currents and higher high water.
Current Tidal Flow
Peak Ebbing Flow
Rule of Twelfths: fastest flow occurs in mid-tide hours 3 & 4.
📈 24-Hour Harmonic Tide Curve (LAT)
Station: New Milton (8.67 km)
2.3m 1.4m 0.5m 23:0003:0007:0011:0015:0019:00 Low 04:57 (0.9m)High 09:36 (2.0m)Low 17:19 (0.7m) NOW
📅 7-Day High & Low Tide Table
Day High & Low Tides (Local Time) Tidal Range Coeff / Phase
Wed 11 Nov ▲ High 12:58 (1.88m)▼ Low 16:43 (0.65m)▲ High 21:35 (1.92m) 1.27m Spring (87)
Today ▼ Low 04:57 (0.86m)▲ High 09:36 (2.03m)▼ Low 17:19 (0.70m)▲ High 22:49 (1.83m) 1.33m Spring (90)
Fri 13 Nov ▼ Low 05:35 (0.96m)▲ High 09:34 (1.94m)▼ Low 17:58 (0.77m) 1.17m Coeff 82
Sat 14 Nov ▲ High 02:40 (1.84m)▼ Low 06:14 (1.08m)▲ High 09:45 (1.86m)▼ Low 18:39 (0.87m)▲ High 22:16 (1.59m) 0.99m Coeff 73
Sun 15 Nov ▼ Low 06:57 (1.20m)▲ High 10:09 (1.77m)▼ Low 19:25 (0.98m)▲ High 22:43 (1.49m)▼ Low 23:35 (1.48m) 0.79m Coeff 62
Mon 16 Nov ▲ High 02:57 (1.82m)▼ Low 07:47 (1.32m)▲ High 10:40 (1.68m)▼ Low 20:19 (1.08m)▲ High 23:21 (1.40m) 0.74m Coeff 60
Tue 17 Nov ▼ Low 00:08 (1.39m)▲ High 03:35 (1.82m)▼ Low 08:50 (1.40m)▲ High 15:29 (1.78m)▼ Low 21:26 (1.13m) 0.69m Coeff 57
Reference Station: New Milton • Model: FES2022 Global Ocean Model • Datum: LAT Tide predictions via TidesAtlas
Next 4 Tides
Spring Tide
Low 04:57 0.86m
High 09:36 2.03m
Low 17:19 0.70m
High 22:49 1.83m
Current: Falling (1.47m) • Peak Ebbing 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
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
Wessex Water Services Limited

Wessex 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
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area.

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