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Sharpley Springs Fly Fishery

Old Burdon Farm
Seaton
Seaham
County Durham
SR7 0NP

Tel: +44 (0)191 581 4821

About

Located in the beautiful Seaham countryside, our spring water fishery provides a scenic and tranquil location for anglers to enjoy fly fishing with a variety of blue, brown and rainbow trout stocked lakes. Enjoy a full day out at our facilities and fisherman’s lodge where you can relax and make the most of your visit.

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Facilities

Catering

Picnic Site - Complimentary tea/coffee.

Parking & Transport

On site parking

Provider Facilities

Toilets

Access Information

PARKING

Designated accessible parking: Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable.

Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance: There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.

BUILDING ENTRANCE

Step-free entrance: There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.

ACCESS TO KEY AREAS

Lift: There are lift(s) available. An evacuation chair should also be available in case of emergency.

Step-free access to all or most areas: There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available.

RESTAURANT / DINING ROOM / BAR

Dietary requirements catered for: A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements.

GENERAL

Changing Places toilet: There is a Changing Places toilet, which includes an adult size changing bench, toilet, sink and hoist.

Emergency alarm with flashing lights: There is an emergency alarm with flashing lights, to alert deaf guests to a fire or other emergency scenario.

Enclosed outdoor area: There is an enclosed outdoor area for customer use.

Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas: A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas.

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Access Information

Opening Times

2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

* 7am until dusk

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

On B1404 between Houghton-le-Spring and Seaton. One minute from A19. Central to Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham and Hartlepool.

Public Transport Directions

On main bus route between Seaham and Houghton-le-Spring. Bus stop outside course fishery.

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Sharpley Springs Fly Fishery

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Book Tickets

TripAdvisor

Facilities

Catering

Parking & Transport

Provider Facilities

PARKING

BUILDING ENTRANCE

ACCESS TO KEY AREAS

RESTAURANT / DINING ROOM / BAR

GENERAL

Access Information

Opening Times

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Public Transport Directions

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