Wharfe at Wilderness Carpark water quality history

Explore historical Environment Agency samples and annual bathing water classifications for Wharfe at Wilderness Carpark in Leeds.

The bathing water site, known as the Wharfe at Wilderness Carpark is located on the River Wharfe either side of Wetherby Bridge to the eastern end of the town of Wetherby in West Yorskhire. The site can be accessed from the Wilderness Carpark and stretches from below the weir to the Bandstand and picnic area just to the west of the car park.

Available sample history
2024 to 2026
Samples
59
Latest official classification
Poor (2025)

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Annual classification history

Official assessments and historical estimates are labelled separately. Missing years are not filled in.

Available annual results, newest first
YearClassificationAssessment source
2025PoorOfficial Environment Agency assessment
2024PoorOfficial Environment Agency assessment

Source: Environment Agency / Swimfo. Data retrieved 16 October 2026. Historical trends do not describe conditions today; check Swimfo and local notices for current advice.

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