Welcome to Easington

Easington is a small town located in County Durham, England. The town is situated on the coast of the North Sea and is known for its rich mining history. The town was once home to several coal mines, which were the primary source of employment for the local population. However, the closure of the mines in the 1980s led to a decline in the town's economy, and it has since struggled to recover.

Despite its economic struggles, Easington is a charming town with a strong sense of community. The town is home to several local businesses, including shops, cafes, and pubs, which provide a hub for socializing and commerce. The town also has several parks and green spaces, which are popular with locals and visitors alike. Easington is also home to several historic landmarks, including the Easington Colliery Welfare Park, which was built in the 1920s and is now a popular venue for events and concerts.

Today, Easington is a town in transition. While it still faces economic challenges, the town is working to reinvent itself as a tourist destination. The town's proximity to the North Sea and its rich mining history make it an attractive destination for visitors interested in history and culture. The town is also home to several festivals and events throughout the year, including the Easington Colliery Brass Band Festival and the Easington Village Fair. With its strong sense of community and rich history, Easington is a town with a bright future.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Easington Cofe Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr John Appleby
Easington Village
Hall Walk
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 3BP
1915270259
School Website
Rosemary Lane Nursery School
La Nursery School
Ages:2-5
Head Teacher
Mrs Jill Jones
Rosemary Lane
Easington Village
Peterlee
Durham
SR8 3BQ
01915271168
School Website
Easington Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Falconer
Stockton Road
Easington Village
Peterlee
Durham
SR8 3AY
01915270757
School Website
Easington Colliery Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Rachel Francis
Whickham Street
Easington Colliery
Peterlee
Durham
SR8 3DJ
01915270293
School Website
Hope Wood Academy
Academy Special Converter
Ages:2-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Adele Pearson-Atkinson
Crawlaw Road
Easington Colliery
Peterlee
SR8 3LP
03339991454
Acre Rigg Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Julie Craggs
Acre Rigg Road
Peterlee
Durham
SR8 2DU
01915862915
School Website
Acre Rigg Infant School
Community School
Ages:3-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Kate Longstaff
Acre Rigg Road
Peterlee
Durham
SR8 2DU
01915864437
School Website
Apollo Studio Academy
Studio Schools
Ages:14-19
Head Teacher
Mrs Kerrie Whelan
Willerby Grove
Peterlee
Durham
SR8 2RN
01915185595
School Website
East Durham College
Further Education
Ages:14-99
Head Teacher
Mrs Suzanne Duncan
Willerby Grove
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 2RN
1915182000
School Website
Our Lady Star Of The Sea Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Miss Joanne Jones
Thorpe Road
Horden
Peterlee
Durham
SR8 4AB
01915863895
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Horden
South East View, Horden, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 4EA
2.46 Miles
Sunderland
Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR1 3HP
8.34 Miles
Durham
North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB
8.90 Miles
Hartlepool
Station Approach, Hartlepool, Durham, TS24 7ED
9.12 Miles
Chester-Le-Street
Station Road, Chester-Le-Street, Durham, DH3 3EE
9.97 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Rapid Private Hire
0191 527 9711
11 Saint Mary's Close, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 3BB
0.18 Miles
Redstripe Taxis
0191 527 3355
Seaside La, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 3LA
0.95 Miles
A And A Taxis
0191 586 8606
30 Fairbairn Rd, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 5EN
1.32 Miles
Peterlee Taxis
0191 586 2244
Faraday Road, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 5AP
1.48 Miles
G And I Private Hire
0191 517 0077
43 Grasmere Terrace, Durham, Durham, DH6 2RU
1.78 Miles
Peters Taxis
07824 789549
14 Furness Close, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 2PB
1.78 Miles
Phillips Taxis
0191 586 3698
102 Edenhill Rd, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 5DE
1.89 Miles
Phillips Taxis
0191 586 1234
102 Edenhill Road, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 5DE
1.89 Miles
247 Taxi Services (Peterlee) Ltd
0191 586 7777
Unit 9/Sea View Ind Est/Kilburn Drive, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 4TQ
1.97 Miles
Ace Executive Travel
0191 518 2542
9 Hulme Court, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 2NU
2.07 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Hall Walks - D
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Easington Post Office
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Stockton Road - D
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Laburnum Crescent - D
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Thorpe Road - D
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Hazel Crescent - D
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Mill Hill - D
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York Road
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Holmhill Lane - D
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Seaside Lane
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Priority Mailbox:
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Hawthorn Village
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Lancaster Hill - D
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Armstrong Road - D
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Seaside Lane - D
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Yoden Road - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Healthworks Medical Centre
Paradise Lane
Easington Colliery
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 3EX
Easington
0191 5270529
Easington Medical Centre
School Street
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 3PR
Arbroath House, Easington Collier
0191 5270328
Arbroath House
Seaside Lane South
Easington Colliery
Peterlee
County Durham
SR8 3PE
Southdene Medical Centre
0191 5265818
Southdene Medical Centre
Front St
Shotton Colliery
Co.Durham
DH6 2LT
Station Road Surgery
Station Road
Shotton Colliery
Durham
DH6 2JL
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Local Stores

Easington Colliery
Seaside Lane
Easington Colliery
Peterlee
Durham
SR8 3PF
01915 270341
Store Website
1.20 miles
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SPAR Peterlee
Easington Tyre Centre
Acre Rigg Filling Station
Essington Way
Peterlee
SR8 5AZ
0191 587 0004
Store Website
1.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Firstvets
Cvs Group Plc
1 Hall Street
South Hetton
Durham
County Durham
DH6 2TU
0191 526 2963
2.36 miles
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Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Clifton Lodge Veterinary Group
Cotsford Lane
Horden
Durham
SR8 4JJ
01915869783
info@cliftonlodgevets.co.uk
Website
2.48 miles
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Seaham Vets Limited
43 Gregson Terrace
Seaham
County Durham
SR7 0HS
0191 513 0913
seahamvets@gmail.com
Website
4.07 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

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Dogs

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Consultation by appointment.
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Westway Veterinary Centres Ltd
Houghton Business Centre
Lake Road
Houghton Le Spring
County Durham
DH5 8BJ
0191 512 6600
houghton@westwayvets.com
Website
5.87 miles
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Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Gilmoor Vets
Park Veterinary Clinic
6 William Doxford Centre
Sunderland
County Durham
SR3 2NE
0191 511 0999
jgash.gilmoorvets@btconnect.com
Website
6.06 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Simplycats And Simplyhorses
12 Front Street
Fence Houses
Houghton Le Spring
Durham
Tyne And Wear
DH4 6LP
0191 385 9696
simplycats@simplycats.net
Website
6.73 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Cats

Equines

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Local Dog Walks

Hawthorn Dene
Woodland Walk With The Chance To Continue On Towards The Beach. Lots Of Different Routes To Take. Can Get Muddy Depending On The Weather (See Photo)
Unnamed Road
Lancashire
1.64 miles

Park On The Road Before The Bungalow On The Right Hand Side. Either Walk Right After The Bungalow Or Continue Straight Ahead. Plenty To Explore
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Hurworth Burn
A Nice Walk Along The Reservoir Which Is Good For Prams Too! Dogs Can Be Off Lead But Be Aware There Are Also A Lot Of Cyclists That Use This Route
Hurworth Burn Reservoir
Lancashire
6.00 miles

There Is A Car Park Just Up From Hurworth Barn Pet Hotel, It’S Just On Your Left After You Go Under The Bridge
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Herrington Country Park
Plenty Of Room To Run And Socialise.
19 Chester Rd
Lancashire
7.98 miles

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Summerhill
Varied Terrain. Popular With Large Number Of Dog Walkers, Cyclists, Runners And Horse Riders Alike.
Backfields
Hartlepool
Lancashire
TS26 0DN
8.81 miles

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Riverside Park
Riverside Park Is A Really Good Family Friendly Park That's Great Fun For Dogs. The Park Itself Has Nice Accessible Paths. A Little Walk Away Past The Rowing Club Down The Riverside Is A Really Nice Walk, Great If You Wanted To Walk A Dog Away From All The Excitement Of The Park. Parking Was About £1 For Two Hours. There Are Ice Cream Vans And Drinks Sold In The Summer.
Lumley New Rd
Lancashire
9.39 miles

Location
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Hardwick Park
Good For Walks With All The Family, Especially Those With Younger Children. Dogs Are To Be Kept On The Lead During The Day And The Park Has Good Paths/Walkways Suitable For Pushchairs. There's Also Plenty Of Opportunity For The Children To Play And Explore. There Is A Fee To Park, A Café For Refreshments And Toilet Facilities.
A177
Stockton-On-Tees
Lancashire
TS21 2DN
9.92 miles

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