Visit Seaham Beach
Seaham is a long stretch of sandy beach running north from Seaham Harbour on on Durham’s Heritage Coast. The northern part of the beach is backed by a seawall that runs to Featherbed Rocks.
Rugged Featherbed Rocks is rocky part of the beach which is ideal for rockpooling. From here to the Harbour is known as Dalton Burn beach. The famous Tommy Statue in the centre of the square behind this part of the beach and the Terrace Green has free car parking and benches overlooking the sea.
For refreshments try the Lickety Split Creamery a 1950s-themed ice cream parlour with a rock’n’roll jukebox and fabulous sundae menu by the harbour beach on North Terrace.
The North pier of the harbour is used by the Seaham Sea Angling Club members and there are local and national sea angling competitions held through the year.
Did you know? Seaham is famous for sea glass that washes up onto the sand
As you walk north along the beach you will get to an area known as Seaham Hall Beach, which is also a great spot for collecting sea glass.
Seaham beach is dog friendly all year round.
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Getting To Seaham Beach
Beach Location
North Rd Seaham, County Durham SR7 7AA
Parking
There is a carpark close to the beach
Nearest Train
Seaham Station
Taking a trip to the beach. Get there by train or car.
Map of Seaham Beach
Seaham Beach Dogs Policy
Dogs are welcome on Seaham Beach all year round, with no seasonal bans in place for 2026.
You can walk the full stretch freely, a great spot for daily walkies and long sniff sessions. Rock pools and sea glass keep noses busy, but paws should avoid slippery rocks.
Always check local signage, just in case nature throws a temporary curveball.
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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 in 2026. Find out What’s On from food festivals to cultural and sporting events.
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