Location: Sunderland
Top Things to do in Sunderland
Things to do in Sunderland, England: The Best Nature & Parks
Sunderland (/ˈsʌndərlənd/ ( listen), locally /ˈsʊndlənd/) is a city at the centre of the City of Sunderland metropolitan borough, in Tyne and Wear, North East England, 10 miles southeast of Newcastle upon Tyne, 12 miles northeast of Durham, 101 miles southeast of Edinburgh, 104 miles north of Manchester and 240 miles north of London. It is a coastal city at the mouth of the River Wear with beaches at Roker, Seaburn (the far northern tip of Seaburn Beach is known as Whitburn Beach) and Hendon.
Restaurants in Sunderland
1. King George V Playing Fields
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
King George V Playing Fields located in Sunderland entry to the park is made by several entrances from Nookside, Pennywell, and Havelock Park.
2. Herrington Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 660 reviews
Reviewed By nuttyk69 - Jarrow, United Kingdom
This is a beautiful walk with fantastic views, if you're feeling adventurous you can climb up to Penshaw monument and there is a play area for younger children, bring food for the swans and other lake birds or you can buy some from the vans dotted about
3. Roker Park Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By busybeebees - Huddersfield, United Kingdom
a nice place to visit, plenty of space for the kids to be set free, grounds kept very clean, and we enjoyed our walk around
4. Roker & Seaburn Beaches
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,086 reviews
Reviewed By ronniecoe - Houghton-le-Spring, United Kingdom
Very popular seaside location great for a stroll along the prom, fish and chips in one of the cafes along the front or takeaway fish and chips, plenty tea/ coffee stops or for those who prefer it some good pubs.
5. Barnes Park
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4.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By largecoffeeplease - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
We love it. So many bits of the park you can visit just on their own. Young children's play area, sand pit, duck pond, big lawns of grass, foujtains, streams, vafe, toilets, baby change, sensory garden, blackberry picking in the autumn. Such a wonderful place. I'm glad my child can grow up going to this park!
6. Hetton Lyons Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By PPLE593 - Sunderland, United Kingdom
This is a lovely place to visit for all. There are gorgeous lakes, ponds and streams teaming with wildlife which offers an amazing view. The surrounding woodland area is excellent for dog walking and there are plenty of activities for all ages like football fields and play equipment. A really pleasant place to be!
7. St Peter's Sculpture Trail
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4.5 based on 21 reviews
The Sculpture Trail, running along the final part of the Coast to Coast cycle route was created over a decade from 1991 to 2001 by sculptor Colin Wilbourn. The trail brings together Sunderland’s past and present, and takes in the riverside, right to the beach and sea, passing National Glass Centre and Sunderland Marina on the way.
Reviewed By V4382HJchristinab
When visiting Sunderland you can take in the Modern Sculptures that have transformed the North side of the town town. The St. Peter's Trail can be enjoyed whilst visiting the church and the Glass Centre apart from being coastal. What's not to like!
8. Mowbray Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By NotBoredOutDoors - South Shields, United Kingdom
Hi Everyone, We visited the Festival of Lights in Sunderland yesterday and wanted to share our experience with you all. We booked a 6pm slot but arrived a little early which wasn't a problem at all we were allowed straight in. The park itself was quite busy but by no means crowed and we could take all the the lights in at our own pace. The lights were absolutely fantastic and many you could actually sit inside, my daughters particularly loved going into the carriage which had very much a Cinderella feel to it. There was also an amazing train and a hot air balloon which we particularly liked. Alongside the lights there was lots of different characters about who were more than happy to chat and have photos taken. We met Jack Frost, a Christmas Tree, the Snow Queen and some pixies. We had booked to see a show in the Tipi which cost £3 per child. The kids all seemed to enjoy the entertainment. We personally didn't think it was the best as it was more party entertainer style than an actual show but for the price it definitely added to the night positively and the kids enjoyed it. We noticed the earlier shows had sold out but for the later ones people were able to pay on the door. The atmosphere in the park was so Christmassy with Christmas music playing throughout and boasted dedicated Christmas installations, it definitely put us in a festive mood. There was plenty of food stalls most right at the front of park and a couple dotted about inside so they didn't pull your attention from the lights. The park had lots of toilet facilities too. I also have to say how friendly all the event staff were. They couldn't have been more accommodating taking photos and answering queries. The lights are on until the 22nd December and we would definitely recommend a visit and as a bonus parking in Council car parks is free after 3pm for the Festival of Light nights.
9. Thompson Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By ellenalexandrias - Sunderland, United Kingdom
A lovely park well looked after. Lovely plants and sculptures. A fabulous cafe serving home cooked food. A lovely community garden nursery. A good place to visit to relax.
10. Seaburn Recreation Ground
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