Blackhall Colliery Beach

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 location for the final scene in the 1971 iconic British gangster film ‘Get Carter’ starring Michael Caine.

The beach was famously featured in the 1971 film “Get Carter,” where it was depicted as being covered in coal spoil from the nearby mines.

This beach is dog friendly all year round.

This beach is …

  • Dog friendly all year round

What to see and do

  • Take a Walk Along The Beach

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Places to stay

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Holiday accommodation near this beach

Have a great day out by the coast

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

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What’s On along the Coast

Throughout the year there are a series of events and festivals taking place along the Coast. Find out What’s On from food festivals to cultural and sporting events.




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Get active on the beach

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