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© Bill Boaden · CC BY-SA 2.0 Alnmouth Beach
A wide estuary beach on the Northumberland coast giving steady if modest finds of mostly white and green sea glass.
15 beaches
Sea glass beaches in North East
Home to Seaham, the UK's most famous sea glass beach. The coast from Northumberland to North Yorkshire was lined with glassworks and potteries, and their waste still washes up as multi-coloured glass.
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© Eirian Evans · CC BY-SA 2.0 Amble Beach
A harbour-town beach at the mouth of the Coquet where small pieces of green and common-coloured sea glass turn up.
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© Colin Park · CC BY-SA 2.0 Blackhall Rocks
A rugged Durham Heritage Coast beach of caves and limestone cliffs, known locally for sea glass and fossils.
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© Andrew Curtis · CC BY-SA 2.0 Blast Beach
Seaham's quieter, wilder neighbour south of the harbour, sharing the same Victorian bottleworks glass with far fewer hunters.
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© Ian Capper · CC BY-SA 2.0 Boulmer Beach
Discover Boulmer Beach: serene coastline, traditional fishing village ambiance, and natural beauty, perfect for tranquil retreats and scenic strolls.
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© Andy Waddington · CC BY-SA 2.0 Crimdon Dene Beach
Visit Crimdon Dene Beach: wide sandy stretches, picturesque dunes, and peaceful surroundings, ideal for family outings and tranquil escapes.
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© Andrew Curtis · CC BY-SA 2.0 Easington Colliery Beach
A quiet rocky beach below the old Easington pit, with thick, well-tumbled sea glass and striped slag glass nearby at Shippersea Bay.
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© David Martin · CC BY-SA 2.0 Newbiggin by the Sea Beach
Experience Newbiggin by the Sea Beach: distinctive maritime art, revitalized seafront, and charming community, ideal for cultural discovery and seaside relaxation.
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© habiloid · CC BY-SA 2.0 Redcar Beach
Enjoy Redcar Beach: expansive sands, iconic pier, and lively seafront, perfect for traditional seaside fun and scenic walks.
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© Chris Morgan · CC BY-SA 2.0 Roker and Seaburn
Sunderland's twin seafront beaches by the Wear mouth, with the odd frosted piece of sea glass around Roker Pier and the Cat and Dog Steps.
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© Clive Nicholson · CC BY-SA 2.0 Ryhope Beach
A small, quiet cove below Ryhope's cliffs, between Sunderland and Seaham, where visitors hunt for sea glass at low tide.
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© Mark Anderson · CC BY-SA 2.0 Saltburn Beach
Discover Saltburn Beach: Victorian charm, surfing hotspots, and scenic cliff lifts, ideal for a mix of historical intrigue and beachside activity.
North East Seaham Beach
Experience Seaham Beach: rugged coastline, sea glass treasures, and heritage sites, ideal for unique discoveries and serene coastal walks.
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© Andrew Tryon · CC BY-SA 2.0 Tynemouth Beach
Discover Tynemouth Beach: dramatic castle ruins, popular surf spots, and lively cafes, ideal for historical exploration and seaside enjoyment.
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© John Winterbottom · CC BY-SA 2.0 Whitby Beach
Experience Whitby Beach: historic abbey views, sandy stretches, and Gothic charm, ideal for family fun and cultural discovery in a picturesque setting.