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MCS now recommends twice as many
beaches for excellent water quality than 10 years ago. To continue we need your help...
Lat/Long
Water grade 2011
MCS Recommended — Highest UK standard for bathing water quality. Only sites with properly treated
continuous sewage discharge (if any) considered. All available data from Summer 2010 used.
Guideline - European standard for good water quality. All available data from Summer 2010 used.
Basic pass - European minimum standard for water quality. Waterborne pathogens present in quantities
known to cause illness. All available data from Summer 2010 used.
Fail – Failed the European minimum standard. Waterborne pathogens present in high levels.
MCS advises against swimming. All available data from Summer 2010 used.
Stay out of the sea for at least 48 hours after a storm to avoid exposure to storm pollution.
See our "Clean seas matter" page to find out more about water quality standards.
2011: MCS Recommended
2010: Basic pass
2009: MCS Recommended
2008: Guideline standard
European designated bathing water
European Designated beaches are officially recognised bathing
waters which have to meet European water quality standards.
waters which have to meet European water quality standards.
Lifeguarded
No lifeguard service
A remote rural beach with a pebble bank, backed by earthed cliffs. Low tide exposes tree stumps buried in the sand - the remains of a forest drowned by a sudden flood as an ice sheet melted 8000 years ago.
Beach type
Local facilities
Litter
Parking
There is very limited parking on the roadside verge above the beach.
Things to do
Wildlife & walks
Animal restrictions
This beach is not yet classified, please see our safety page or contact the local beach operator for further information.
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