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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North East Excellent

Amble Links

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Cornwall Excellent

Hayle Towans

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Cornwall Excellent

Fistral North

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Devon Excellent

Lynmouth

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From £504 Dorset Hideaways

Swan Cottage

Dorchester And Silverlake Coastal Stay

Suitable for two adults, or a family with children, delightful Swan Cottage is a bright and stylishly bijou holiday retreat, which sits at the heart of Silverlake, a luxury priv...

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Pembrokeshire Excellent

Dale

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Dorset Excellent

Eypemouth

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North West Excellent

Windermere, Lakeside YMCA

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Wales Excellent

Borth

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From £293 Rural Retreats

Hawthorn Retreat

Cumbria Coastal Stay

Hawthorn Retreat is set in the beautiful grounds of Blencowe Hall, in a secluded spot on the banks of the River Petteril. This architect designed little hut is the perfect roman...

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Anglesey Excellent

Rhosneigr

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Anglesey Excellent

St Davids - Benllech

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North East Excellent

Tynemouth Long Sands North

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Cornwall Excellent

Trevone Bay

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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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Wales Excellent

Morfa Dinlle

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Anglian Excellent

Rutland Water Sykes Lane

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South East Excellent

Hayling Beachlands West

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South East Excellent

Christchurch Bay

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From £686 Rural Retreats

The Hop Kiln and The Hayloft

Herefordshire Coastal Stay

Set adjacent to a working farm on the North Herefordshire and South Shropshire border, The Hop Kiln and The Hayloft have been beautifully converted to create a comfortable, uniq...

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Devon Excellent

Watcombe

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South West Excellent

Henleaze Lake

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Wales Excellent

Bracelet Bay

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North East Excellent

Marsden

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The Nook

Gloucestershire Coastal Stay

The Nook proudly sits at the top of the village green allowing for enviable far reaching views over the stunning Cotswolds rooftops in the village of Guiting Power.

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Anglian Excellent

Chapel St Leonards

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Cornwall Excellent

Penzance

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Cornwall Excellent

Portreath

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Cornwall Excellent

Chapel Porth

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The Cart House

Shropshire Coastal Stay

Mixing character with contemporary features, The Cart House makes the perfect place for friends or families to create wonderful memories. Situated on a working farm at the head ...

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Pembrokeshire Excellent

Sandy Haven

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South East Excellent

Shoebury East

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Dorset Excellent

Bournemouth Boscombe Pier

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Devon Excellent

Sidmouth Town

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From £423 Suffolk Hideaways

The Town House

Woodbridge Coastal Stay

Nestled in the tranquil village of Hollesley near Woodbridge and Sutton Hoo, The Town House is a charming two-bedroom cottage that blends traditional character with modern comfo...

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Cornwall Excellent

Porthtowan

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Cornwall Excellent

Constantine Bay

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Cornwall Excellent

Wherry Town

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Norfolk Excellent

East Runton

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The Farmhouse, Nether Hall Estate

Suffolk Coastal Stay

This magnificent Grade II listed farmhouse dating from the 17th century sits proudly within 500 acres of the beautiful Nether Hall Estate, comprising of extensive parkland, wood...

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South East Excellent