Blue Flag beaches are certified by the Foundation for Environmental Education as meeting stringent environmental standards.
The criteria include standards for water quality, safety, environmental education and information, the provision of services and
general environmental management. Most Blue Flag beaches are in larger and more popular resorts.
The Seaside Awards are run by Keep Britain Tidy, and the flag is a symbol of quality which ensures
visitors are guaranteed to find a clean, safe, attractive and well-managed coastal stretch.