Businesses in Exmouth are losing money as visitors desert the area because of sewage pollution
Businesses say they have lost thousands of pounds because of sewage outpours at a popular coastal holiday town in east Devon.
Mr Morgan, who runs watersports business Red Rock, said the impact of sewage spills this August was “the worst I’ve ever known”, saying it was “very disappointing” that people were unable to go swimming. August is usually his busiest month of the year. Mr Morgan, who lives in the area, said water firms were “taking the p*** – literally”, adding that the town is “so fed up with it”.Andrew Halden, 68, has been going on holiday in Exmouth for each of the past 10 years – but the experience this year means he and his family may not be coming back.“Last year, we lost a day or so due to storms but this year the sewer pipe break meant we couldn’t go on the beach or in the sea at all.
He said sewage outflows have tarnished the area’s reputation as a “safe and happy holiday destination”. “I’ve noticed a huge reduction in the amount of people visiting the beaches at Exmouth this year,” she said.“We’ve all had enough of the contempt for our environment, the residents and businesses. Also, the lack of care by South West Water for people’s health, particularly the children who love being in the sea., claiming that sewage spills in Exmouth have prevented her from cold water swimming, which improves her physical and mental well-being.
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