Environment Agency

Saturday, May 3, 2025 somerset beaches water quality england holidaymakers warning environment agency pollution coastal travel analysis

Holidaymakers planning to visit Somerset for a beach holiday this bank holiday weekend have been cautioned about the water quality at some of the region’s beaches. According to UK travel site Holidayparkguru.co.uk, 19 … Read More

Saturday, April 26, 2025 weston-super-mare beach water quality environment agency swimming caution somerset warning contamination tourism

Ted, a local worker at Salt Rock, expressed strong reluctance when asked about swimming in Weston-super-Mare’s bay. The town has gained a dubious honor by being included in the Environment Agency’s list of beaches … Read More

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 somerset floodgate refurbishment defense environment agency tidal river flood refurbishment infrastructure investment

The vital Dunball Sluice has undergone a £9.7 million refurbishment to bolster its capability of protecting the Somerset Levels and Moors for an additional 25 years. This significant engineering feat was spearheaded by the … Read More

Saturday, April 12, 2025 somerset beaches swimming environment agency water quality advisory risks coastline bathing spots river influences

Somerset has identified six beach areas where swimmers are warned against taking a dip, including popular destinations such as Weston-super-Mare’s main beach and Dunster Beach. The Environment Agency found poor water … Read More

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 taunton flood defences funding housing developments infrastructure somerset council environment agency river tone cil strategic projects

Key upgrades to Taunton’s flood defences are set to proceed following the securing of funding from local housing developments. The funding, totaling up to £860,000, will allow the completion of detailed designs for the … Read More