Seaham Beach

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 its 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.

This beach is …

  • Fun for seaglass hunting
  • Great for Nature Lovers
  • Dog Friendly All Year Round
  • ideal for cycling along the promenade

What to see and do

  • Take a Walk Along The Beach

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There is plenty of holiday acommodation in the area. From hotels to self catering and B&B’s.

Places to stay

  • Holiday Cottages

Have a great day out by the coast

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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

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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

Find the best beaches for water sports. Learn to kitesurfsurf or sail at schools around the UK. Lessons are available to suit all abilities.

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