St. Annes - North
Lancashire

Water Quality
Annual classification
Today's forecast
Pollution forecasts will resume on 1st May
Data provided by the Environment Agency
A sandy beach with extensive tidal sands which is just to the south of Blackpool beach. The airport is nearby.
Activities
There is a golf course to the south of the beach and the RSPBs Ribble Discovery Centre just off the A584. There are also wonderful sand dunes nearby and excellent beach huts.
Wildlife and Walks
There is a long promenade to the north with a Victorian Pier and the Ribble Estuary National Nature Reserve is to the south.
What's tested here?
Water samples are taken at this designated bathing water by the Environment Agency, during the bathing season,
15th May to 30th September.
Find out more about designated bathing waters.
High levels of bacteria in the water can indicate pollution from sewage treatment works or polluted rain water draining from the land.
Where does pollution comes from and how can you help?
Water quality can be reduced for up to 72 hours after heavy rain. Look out for temporary signs at the beach and on our website.
Annual classification
What does this mean?
At the end of every bathing season the water quality is classified as either:
Excellent — the highest classification meaning the water is cleanest
Good — generally good water quality
Sufficient — meets minimum standards
Poor — You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.
Today's forecast
Pollution forecasts will resume on 1st May
Data provided by the Environment AgencyMore information about potential pollution sources and improvement plans.
Weather
There is currently no weather forecast for this beach.
Click here to visit the Met Office website to search for a nearby location
Tide times
Potential hazards at this beach


Lifeguarded locations - top five safety tips
Non-lifeguarded locations For those who can’t make it to a lifeguarded beach
For more information visit rnli.org.uk.
Facilities at St. Annes - North



Parking
Pay car parks and roadside parking available.
Dog restrictions
Dogs not allowed on the stretch between the old pier and the cinema, May 1st to September 30th.
Beach cleaning
No current information