Beaches in County Durham
15 designated bathing beaches in County Durham, ranked by the Environment Agency's official water-quality rating — 6 are rated Excellent. Choose a beach to see places to stay within walking distance, things to do nearby and how to get there by train.
Excellent
Crimdon
Excellent
Marsden
Excellent
Roker - Sunderland
Excellent
Tynemouth King Edwards Bay
Excellent
Tynemouth Long Sands North
Excellent
Tynemouth Long Sands South
Good
Seaburn - Sunderland
Good
Seaham Beach
Good
Seaham Hall Beach
Good
Seaton Carew Centre
Good
Seaton Carew North
Good
South Shields
Poor
Littlehaven Beach
Poor
Tynemouth Cullercoats
Unrated
Swale above Richmond Falls
Dog-friendly stays in County Durham
For beach days with the dog — check each beach's seasonal dog rules with the local council before you go.
Strawberry Hill Caravan and Camping Park
✓ Landscaped country park setting for touring and motorhomes
Durham
Heather View Country and Leisure Park
✓ Set on the banks of the River Wear with countryside scenery
Bishop Auckland
Britannia Hotel Newcastle Airport
✓ Just a three-minute walk from Newcastle International Airport
Newcastle upon Tyne
