Crap Towns / Largs / Bathing water
How dirty is the water near Largs?
The one bathing water in or within 2 km of Largs, Largs (Pencil Beach), was rated Excellent in 2025. Across Scotland, 47 of the 89 bathing waters (52.8%) were rated Excellent and 3 (3.4%) Poor.
| Bathing water | 2025 rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Largs (Pencil Beach) | Excellent | In town |
| Town | Distance | Rated Excellent |
|---|---|---|
| Largs | – | 1 of 1 |
| Ardrossan | 16.8 km | 0 of 1 |
| Gourock | 17.3 km | 0 of 1 |
| Saltcoats | 18.0 km | 0 of 1 |