St Mary's Bay (Kent)
Caution
This spot is classified Sufficient — it meets the minimum bathing-water standard, but it's the lowest passing grade.
Official water quality
Classified Sufficient in 2025.
Official bathing-water profileCommon questions
- Can you swim at St Mary's Bay (Kent) right now?
- St Mary's Bay (Kent) is currently marked "Caution". This spot is classified Sufficient — it meets the minimum bathing-water standard, but it's the lowest passing grade. This reflects the latest data published by the Environment Agency (England). Conditions change quickly — always assess the water yourself before entering.
- What is the water quality like at St Mary's Bay (Kent)?
- the Environment Agency (England) classified St Mary's Bay (Kent) as Sufficient in 2025. Classifications are a rolling assessment of bacterial samples taken over four bathing seasons, measured against E. coli and intestinal enterococci limits set by the EU Bathing Water Directive.
- Is there a swimming ban or warning at St Mary's Bay (Kent)?
- There are no active bathing restrictions published by the Environment Agency (England) for St Mary's Bay (Kent). That is not a guarantee of safety — assess conditions yourself.