Famous South West Beach Gains Official Bathing Water Status for Summer Friday, May 15, 2026 eastbeach bathingwater environmentagency westbay broadchurch waterquality defra openwaterswimming dorset tourism East Beach at West Bay in Dorset, widely recognized as a filming location for the popular ITV drama Broadchurch, has earned an important new environmental designation ahead of the summer season. It is now officially listed as … Read More
Six Somerset Beaches to Avoid Swimming In Saturday, April 18, 2026 somerset beaches waterquality environmentagency swimming bathingwater pollution swimfo warnings defra As the warmer months approach, many look forward to a refreshing dip in the sea. However, not all beaches in Somerset are safe for swimming. Official warnings have been issued against bathing at several locations due to poor … Read More
Six Somerset Beaches Advising Against Swimming Due to Poor Water Quality Saturday, April 18, 2026 somerset beaches waterquality environmentagency swimming bathingwater publichealth defra swimfo safety As the warmer months approach, many look forward to a refreshing day by the sea. However, not all beaches in Somerset are safe for swimming, with official advisories cautioning against entering the water at certain locations. … Read More
Somerset Swimming Spot Undergoes Clean-Up Following Water Quality Warning Friday, May 16, 2025 somerset rivertone bathingwater waterquality environmentagency pollution swimmingsafety publichealth cleanup designation Efforts are underway to restore the River Tone in Taunton, Somerset, after recent tests revealed the water quality falls below recommended hygiene standards. Designated as a “bathing water” last year alongside … Read More