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Sea Swimmers Celebrate New Designated Water
15 May
Summary
- East Beach at West Bay, Dorset, is one of 13 new official swimming spots.
- Water quality will now be regularly tested during the bathing season.
- Campaigners hope designation will reduce future pollution from sewage outfalls.
East Beach at West Bay, Dorset, a filming location for the series Broadchurch, has been granted official bathing water status. This designation, achieved through the efforts of the West Bay Swimmers Action Group, means water quality will be regularly tested between May 15 and September 30 each year. The group, founded in 2024, expressed delight, highlighting the success of their campaign. They anticipate that the official recognition will encourage improved water quality management. The group specifically noted concerns about discharges from pumping stations on the River Brit. Wessex Water, Dorset Council, and landowners supported the application, which seeks to address pollution issues affecting the popular bathing spot.
