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Wallingford Beach Water Quality Improves to "Sufficient"
29 Nov
Summary
- Wallingford Beach, a family swimming spot on the Thames, now has sufficient water quality.
- The bathing water site was previously rated as "poor" by the Environment Agency in 2024.
- This designation makes Wallingford the sole river bathing site in the UK with this rating.

Wallingford Beach, a cherished family swimming destination situated on the banks of the River Thames in Oxfordshire, has been officially upgraded to a "sufficient" water quality rating. This positive assessment comes after the site was previously categorized as "poor" by the Environment Agency in 2024, prompting closer monitoring to safeguard public health.
The improvement signifies a successful effort in enhancing the water conditions at this popular riverside spot. The Environment Agency's ongoing evaluation is crucial for ensuring the safety of swimmers and visitors.
In a notable achievement, Thames Water has welcomed the "sufficient" designation, emphasizing that Wallingford Beach is now the sole river bathing site across the nation to attain this rating. This distinction underscores the unique success of water quality management at this specific location.




