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Aberaeron - North Beach

Aberaeron, Ceredigion

Lat/Long

52.2N 4.3W
 

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.

Not tested
2011: Not tested
2010: Not tested
2009: Not tested
2008: Not tested

European designated bathing water

European Designated beaches are officially recognised bathing
waters which have to meet European water quality standards.
no

Lifeguarded

no No lifeguard service
A shingle beach north of the harbour. Aberaeron has good arts and crafts and honey ice cream.

Beach type

Shingle

Local facilities

Food, toilets, shops
FoodToiletsShopsParking

Litter

No current information

Parking

yes Parking available near the harbour and close to South beach.

Things to do

Surfing, windsurfing, boat trips and fishing.

Wildlife & walks

Explore the town and harbour.

Animal restrictions

Dogs are allowed
This beach is not yet classified, please see our safety page or contact the local beach operator for further information.
Fishing — tackle shore fishing from hereBoard sports — surfing, bodyboarding, windsurfing , kitesurfing — get active here