The government accepted a bid for Bathing Water Status on the Nidd in May. Since then, the Environment Agency has undertaken weekly testing of a stretch of the river by Knaresborough Lido.

Wild swimmers Emma, Ruth and Cathy said the move would help river users make an informed decision before taking a dip A stretch of the River Nidd at Knaresborough is among 27 new locations to be ...

A stretch of the River Nidd at Knaresborough is among 27 new locations to be designated bathing water status. The move comes after a campaign by the Nidd Action Group to improve water quality in ...