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The District of Easington
stretches from Sunderland in the North to
Hartlepool in the South. It is the coastline of
County Durham. This stunning natural asset is now
being developed so that visitors once again can
enjoy its stark natural beauty.
The magnesium limestone cliff tops are cut by lush
denes which form access to the beaches and hold a
wide range of flora and fauna. Castle Eden Dene is
of particular note for the fame of its natural
beauty and also being the home of the rare Angus
Butterfly.
The coast and the hinterland provide many
excellent walks and rambles some of which are
lead. As well as the indigenous interests of
nature Easington also boasts many interesting
features worthy of a visit.
Being in the land of the Prince Bishops Easington
has Anglo Saxon churches dating back to the
development of Christianity in the North East.
Easington also was the last bastion of deep coal
mining. With all the collieries now closed the
district is facing the new millennium in the
spirit of regeneration and renewal which is
especially reflected in the acclaimed public Art
programme.
The old colliery villages are being revitalised
and offer a rural oasis to walkers and cyclists.
The two major Towns of Seaham and Peterlee offer
all facilities with the docks at Seaham, the home
of the Londonderry family, making it particularly
worthy of a visit.
Easington is only 20 minutes from Durham,
Newcastle, Sunderland and Hartlepool, access being
easy through a good road network. making day
visits easy and enjoyable, there are also good
hotels and bed and breakfast in the District for
the longer staying visitor.
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