Beach and rock edges provide superb ranges of fishing marks, plenty of snags so use heavy gear

Main Species

Cod, coalfish, eel, whiting, flounder, plaice, dabs

Peeler crab, lugworm, mackerel strip

Directions : Take the A19 south past Seaham and Easington and turn left at the Peterlee junction. Drive through Peterlee and turn right at Horden onto to the A1086 heading for Blackhall Colliery. In the village turn left next to ‘The Plaice’ chippie and follow the road down to the sea front
Season : All year

Tackle Shops

Horden Tackle & Bait, 14 Blackhills Rd, Horden, Peterlee, SR8 4LG, tel: 07525 714929