What does an 'Excellent' water quality rating mean?

'Excellent' is the highest official designation awarded under UK Bathing Water Regulations. It signifies extremely low bacterial levels based on 4 years of continuous sampling.

How does heavy rainfall affect coastal water quality?

Heavy rain can cause surface runoff and storm overflow discharges. SwimSafe UK displays live Short Term Pollution (STP) risk warnings when rainfall threatens temporary water quality.

UK Beaches with Excellent Water Quality | Environment Agency Certified

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Wales Excellent

Penbryn

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Anglesey Excellent

Traeth Lligwy

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Yorkshire Excellent

Hornsea

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Norfolk Excellent

Mundesley

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From £322 Dorset Hideaways

The Neap

Dorchester And Toller Fratrum Coastal Stay

The Neap is a charming converted barn and comfortable holiday retreat, ideal for a relaxing couples break or a solo stay; situated off the beaten track in the peaceful village o...

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Dorset Excellent

Christchurch Friar`s Cliff

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Dorset Excellent

Hive

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Wales Excellent

Morfa Nefyn

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Anglesey Excellent

Aberffraw

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From £590 Cornwall Hideaways

Bay View

Port Isaac Port Isaac Coastal Stay

Welcome to Bay View, a stunning five-bedroom dog-friendly holiday home just a short stroll from the stunning harbour of Port Isaac, the picturesque fishing village made famous b...

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Norfolk Excellent

West Runton

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Dorset Excellent

Highcliffe

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South East Excellent

St Helens

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Devon Excellent

Dittisham, Dart Estuary

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From £528 Suffolk Hideaways

8 Cross Street

Hoxne Coastal Stay

Set within the beautiful Suffolk countryside on the outskirts of Hoxne, 8 Cross Street is a charming two-bedroom cottage offering a peaceful and romantic escape. Imagine returni...

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Anglian Excellent

Jaywick

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Cornwall Excellent

Gwithian Towans

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Cornwall Excellent

Tolcarne

1 tip

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Cornwall Excellent

Treyarnon Bay

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Miners Cottage (2)

Derbyshire Coastal Stay

Situated in a small village on the outskirts of Bakewell, Miners Cottage is the perfect getaway for friends or families who wish to explore the beautiful Derbyshire countryside.

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Wales Excellent

Aberdyfi Rural

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Devon Excellent

Mill Bay

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Wales Excellent

Llangrannog

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North East Excellent

Redcar Lifeboat Station

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From £455 Cornwall Hideaways

The Shires

St Agnes St Agnes Coastal Stay

An attractive converted barn on the outskirts of St Agnes. The Shires has been restored into a bright, modern holiday home with room for up to four guests. Combining modern feat...

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Yorkshire Excellent

Flamborough South Landing

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Anglesey Excellent

Silver Bay Rhoscolyn

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South East Excellent

Shanklin

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Dorset Excellent

Poole Canford Cliffs Chine

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Eastcombe Annexe

Gloucestershire Coastal Stay

Eastcombe Annexe is a cosy retreat for two, situated in the incredibly popular market town of Stow on the Wold. A fantastic central location coupled with an incredible rural out...

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Devon Excellent

Teignmouth Holcombe

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Devon Excellent

Bantham

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Wales Excellent

Fairbourne

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Dorset Excellent

Church Ope Cove

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From £1,931 Cornwall Hideaways

The Shore

Newquay Mawgan Porth Coastal Stay

Just a few minutes stroll from the golden sands and rolling surf of Mawgan Porth beach, situated just on the outskirts of Watergate Bay, is where you will find this stunning and...

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Cornwall Excellent

Duporth

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Cornwall Excellent

Porthcothan

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North East Excellent

Druridge Bay North

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Cornwall Excellent

Downderry

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From £330 Cornwall Hideaways

Demelza

Fowey Lostwithiel Coastal Stay

Demelza is a cosy romantic glamping pod near Liskeard, Cornwall, set in a peaceful farm location and perfectly placed for exploring Looe, Fowey and the South Cornwall coast. Enj...

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Norfolk Excellent