Easington
Durham

Water Quality
Annual classification
Today's forecast
Forecasts are not available for this location.
A small sand and shingle beach backed by low cliffs and dunes. Photo shows nearby Chourdon Point. The beach is on the Durham coast path. Food and facilities are in Easington Colliery.
Activities
Coastal walks, fishing and bird watching are popular here. There is a cricket club nearby and the amazing Crested Tern Sculpture is to the south of the beach.
Wildlife and Walks
Blackhall Rocks LNR is south of the beach, and Castle Eden Dene National Nature Reserve is also south and is wonderful for walking with its limestone cliffs, gorges, woodland and valleys in The Dene. The ground is predominantly magnesian limestone and is excellent for butterflies.
What's tested here?
Water samples are not taken at this beach because it has not been designated as a bathing water and there is no voluntary sampling.
Why isn't this a designated bathing water?
High levels of bacteria in the water can indicate pollution from sewage treatment works or polluted rain water draining from the land.
Where does pollution comes from and how can you help?
Water quality can be reduced for up to 72 hours after heavy rain. Look out for temporary signs at the beach and on our website.
Annual classification
What does this mean?
At the end of every bathing season the water quality is classified as either:
Excellent — the highest classification meaning the water is cleanest
Good — generally good water quality
Sufficient — meets minimum standards
Poor — You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.
Today's forecast
Forecasts are not available for this location.
Tide times
Potential hazards at this beach
This beach is not yet classified, please see our safety tips below or contact the local beach operator for further information.
Lifeguarded locations - top five safety tips
Non-lifeguarded locations For those who can’t make it to a lifeguarded beach
For more information visit rnli.org.uk.
Facilities at Easington
Parking
There is a car park behind the beach, off Crawlaw Avenue.
Dog restrictions
Dogs are allowed.
Beach cleaning
No current information