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East Looe

Cornwall, South West
Good Water Quality
Data last verified: 27 Sep 2026

Nestled in the picturesque Cornish coastline, East Looe boasts a stunning estuary setting with a mix of rock and sand shores. The beach has consistently received a 'Good' water quality rating from the Environment Agency, making it an ideal spot for a refreshing summer dip. With its location in the southwest of England, the water temperature during summer months can be expected to range from 18-20°C.

15.9°C
Air Temp
13.7 mph
Wind Speed
High Tide
in 0h 12m
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Live Water Quality

50
Pollution Risk
Not advised
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Air Temp

15.9°C
Comfortable

Weather

Partly cloudy
15.9°C

Tide

High Tide
in 0h 12m

Water Quality

Good
Not advised

Pollution Alerts

Active Alert
Bathing not advised ↓

Quick Overview

Sand & Rocky beach
Family friendly
Dog friendly
(winter)
Parking nearby
Toilets
Café

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Beach Type
Rock, Sand
Water Quality
Good
Avg. Air Temp
15.9°C
Swimming
Not Recommended

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4.8 • 120m away
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Reference Information

Full Tide Times
Low 12:52 -2.6m
High 18:50 2.3m
Low 01:13 -2.7m
High 07:09 2.2m
Sediment Type
Rock, Sand

The shoreline consists primarily of rock, sand. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.

Annual Rating
Good

Water quality is clean and fully compliant with safety directives. It regularly meets bacterial limits under standard environmental conditions.

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
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
1988

Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 1988. 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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