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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South East Excellent

Calshot

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Cornwall Excellent

Maenporth

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Anglian Excellent

Brightlingsea

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South East Excellent

Southend Three Shells

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Sanderlings (4)

Aldeburgh Coastal Stay

Set in the heart of Aldeburgh on the vibrant High Street, Sanderlings is a classic Victorian home full of period charm combined with modern comforts, just moments from the sea w...

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Devon Excellent

Sidmouth Jacobs Ladder

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Devon Excellent

Maidencombe

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Wales Excellent

Llandanwg

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Devon Excellent

Ladram Bay

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Shepherds Cottage

Oxfordshire Coastal Stay

This characterful cottage seamlessly combines stunning features such as exposed walls, wooden beams and an original inglenook fireplace, with all the modern comforts you would e...

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Cornwall Excellent

Vault Beach

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Cornwall Excellent

Polzeath

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Pembrokeshire Excellent

Whitesands

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North East Excellent

Tynemouth King Edwards Bay

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Ty Ucha'r Ffordd

Conwy Coastal Stay

This a pretty stone cottage on the Bodnant Estate stands in a secluded position above the Eglwysbach valley with spectacular views towards the Snowdonia Mountains with accommoda...

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Cornwall Excellent

Gwynver

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Wales Excellent

Llanrhystud

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North East Excellent

Druridge Bay South

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South East Excellent

Cowes

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Muntham 6

Devon Coastal Stay

Discover tranquillity in this first-floor apartment, ideally situated in a peaceful corner of Torquay. This charming residence offers a serene escape with easy access to local a...

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Dorset Excellent

Poole Sandbanks Peninsular

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Dorset Excellent

Kimmeridge Bay

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Dorset Excellent

West Bay (West)

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Cornwall Excellent

Polkerris

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Marsh Lodge

Aldeburgh Coastal Stay

Located on the outskirts of Aldeburgh, Marsh Lodge is a stylish coastal retreat comprising two connected apartments, each with their own private kitchen, sitting and dining area...

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Cornwall Excellent

Gyllyngvase

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Cornwall Excellent

Porthgwidden

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Cornwall Excellent

Booby's Bay

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Norfolk Excellent

Hemsby

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The Barn at Plas Ashpool (8)

Denbighshire Coastal Stay

Welcome to The Barn at Plas Ashpool, an enchanting haven where rustic charm meets modern luxury in the heart of The Vale Of Clwyd. Original exposed beams and brickwork blend wit...

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Dorset Excellent

Seatown

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Suffolk Excellent

Southwold The Pier

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Devon Excellent

Bigbury-on-Sea South

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Cornwall Excellent

Church Cove

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Stag Cottage

Cumbria Coastal Stay

This 5* Gold Award winning 17th century sandstone cottage is set in the grounds of Melmerby Hall, 12 miles from Lake Ullswater. Stag Cottage retains period features such as ston...

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Cornwall Excellent

Mawgan Porth

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North West Excellent

Silecroft

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Anglian Excellent

Skegness

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Norfolk Excellent

Great Yarmouth South

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Harvest Moon

Devon Coastal Stay

This fine property has a large kitchen/dining/family room with french doors to terrace and fully enclosed garden. Features include oil-fired underfloor heating on ground floor, ...

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Cornwall Excellent