Visit Blackhall Colliery Beach
Blackhall Colliery Beach is located near the village of Blackhall Colliery, which lies between Horden and Hartlepool on the A1086.
This is a stunning stretch natural coastline part of the Durham Coast National Nature Reserve (NNR) immediately north of Blackhall Rocks.
Check the tide times and give yourself a few hours to walk explore the beach.
This beach is historically significant due to its association with the coal mining industry.
Did you know? The beach is the movie location for the final scene in the 1971 iconic British gangster film ‘Get Carter’ starring Michael Caine, where it was depicted as being covered in coal spoil from the nearby mines.
This beach is dog friendly all year round.
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Getting To Blackhall Colliery Beach
Beach Location
Hackworth Rd Blackhall Colliery Hartlepool, County Durham TS27 4EL
Parking
There is a carpark close to the beach
Nearest Train
Station
Taking a trip to the beach. Get there by train or car.
Map of Blackhall Colliery Beach
Blackhall Colliery Beach Dogs Policy
Dogs can enjoy this beach year-round, with no bans in place.
The wide, open space is ideal for energetic dogs needing a proper leg stretch. Keep dogs under control near cliff edges and old spoil areas.
Plenty of room for paws, not many people.
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