Nestled in the picturesque town of Knaresborough, the Nidd at the Lido offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere, surrounded by lush greenery and a sandy shoreline. Unfortunately, the water quality has been classified as Poor by the Environment Agency, which may deter some visitors. During the summer months, the water temperature is estimated to be around 18°C, making it suitable for a refreshing dip.
Hand-picked holiday cottages & coastal retreats near Nidd at the Lido, Knaresborough (North Yorkshire) & surrounds
Rural Retreats
From £976
Deriving its name from the beck that runs at the bottom of the garden, Beckside at Ribba Hall Farm is a lovingly restored Grade II listed rural hideaway in the heart of Bishopda...
Rural Retreats
From £938
Set in the charming village of Brandsby, 30 minutes from York and exuding oodles of Yorkshire charm, Virginia Cottage is a luxurious and welcoming hideaway for couples or famili...
Rural Retreats
From £445
Renovated to a high standard, White Rose Cottage is a delightful romantic cottage for two within the pretty village of Constable Burton, just a short drive from the market town ...
Rural Retreats
From £1,406
Located within it's own Historic grounds on the Thornton Watlass Estate amidst Ancient Parkland and close to the thriving market town of Bedale, Pasture House was thoughtfully r...
Rural Retreats
From £381
Kirby Cottage is a secluded two bedroom cottage located in the pretty village of Harome which lies in the Howardian Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and on...
Rural Retreats
From £927
Masongill Lodge is a splendid, Grade II listed two-storey property, built in 1709 and situated just within the western boundary of the Yorkshire Dales National Park on the borde...
Rural Retreats
From £606
Located in the peaceful village of Ravensworth, 3 Mill Cottages is a detached converted barn providing spacious ground floor accommodation for six guests. Just 4.5 miles north o...
Rural Retreats
From £1,110
One of three gatehouses, Top Lodge is a charming detached retreat styled with colourful retro-meets-modern interiors. Comfortably sleeping up to six guests in three individually...
Sediment type has not yet been recorded for this site. Underfoot conditions and bank composition may vary.
Water quality regularly fails to meet safe bathing standards. Swimmers face an elevated risk of stomach infections or skin rashes due to high bacterial loads.
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 river bathing water. River sites are heavily influenced by upstream rainfall, agricultural runoff, and storm overflows, with water flow changing quickly after rain.
Yorkshire Water Services 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 2024. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.
Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the North Yorkshire area.
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