Beach
Barley Cove
Good
Meets high standards. Safe for swimming. Low risk of illness.
No samples yet this season
Pollution Risk
No forecast. Outside bathing season.
EA pollution risk monitoring runs May–September
How does this work?
After heavy rain, storm drains and sewage overflows can temporarily contaminate the water. The EA models sewage treatment plant discharges to predict risk 24–48 hours ahead. Forecasts are published daily during the bathing season and expire after a day.
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Where does the water quality data come from?
We use official Environment Agency bathing water quality data, including E. coli and enterococci bacteria measurements.
How often is water quality updated?
The EA samples bathing waters weekly during the bathing season (May-September). Classifications are updated annually.
What do the classifications mean?
Excellent and Good mean safe for swimming. Sufficient means meet minimum standards. Poor means the water has failed safety tests.
Why do some beaches have pollution warnings?
Heavy rainfall can cause sewage overflows. Warnings are issued when water quality may be temporarily affected.