If you fancy grabbing an ice cream, from a classic 99 to more adventurous whips, we’ve rounded up some cool ice cream shops to try.
9. Chilled Out Gelato, Featherbed Court, Seaham
Chilled Out Gelato is back open for eat in and with opening hours of noon to 9pm, Tuesday to Sunday, it's perfect for a late night ice cream. Photo: Trip Advisor
10. Tonia's, Seaham Hall car park
From classic cones, to chocolate wafer sandwiches, Tonia's is a good option for a take out ice cream before a walk along the beach. Photo: stock photo
11. Toney Minchella, car park, Whitburn Bents Road
If you fancy escaping the more crowded Roker and Seaburn beaches, head just over the border for an ice cream at Toney Minchella's and a stroll along Whitburn beach. Photo: UGC