Herrington Country Park
Chester Road, Penshaw
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In short: Herrington Country Park is a park in Sunderland, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 3,639 Google reviews, with dogs welcome.
Details checked · source: Google Places
About Herrington Country Park
This spacious Penshaw park delights families with scenic walking and cycling routes, striking outdoor art installations and regular events, plus pushchair-friendly paths and a warm welcome for dogs.
What's nearby
- Skate Park 250m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- Open 24 hours
- Tuesday
- Open 24 hours
- Wednesday
- Open 24 hours
- Thursday
- Open 24 hours
- Friday
- Open 24 hours
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Very very beautiful park got loads of lovely ducks and stream. Great for going hiking as well on a lovely summer afternoon. If you are looking for somewhere to go with the kids you should definitely visit this park. Make sure to go with some bread to feed the ducks though, it is so much fun.
· via Google
Nice area to walk and feed the birds also has a little coffee van next to one of the lakes
· via Google
This place is really lovely, it’s got a great playground for toddlers and older children. There is a lovely pond with ducks, seagulls and swans, although you can’t feed them. There is a dirt bike trail and a skate park as well
· via Google
Great big park to spend a few hours wandering. Plenty of ducks, swans and cormorants here, especially around the model boating lake. There were lots of building works ongoing but this didn't detract from the place. Plenty of parking too and right next to walking distance for Penshaw monument.
· via Google
Visitors say this park offers extensive walking paths, a beautiful lake with wildlife, and diverse play areas for children, including a skate park. They also highlight the convenient and free parking, as well as the presence of an on-site cafe with clean facilities. Others mention the park is well-maintained and suitable for dog walking.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Chester Road, Penshaw, Houghton le Spring, DH4 7EL Get directions
- Category
- Parks & Play Areas
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (3,639 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Suggested visit
- 2-3 hours
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Sunderland
Quick answers
What are the opening hours of Herrington Country Park?
Herrington Country Park is open Mon–Sun 24 hours (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).
Is Herrington Country Park any good?
Herrington Country Park is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 3,639 Google reviews.
Is Herrington Country Park dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at Herrington Country Park.
Is Herrington Country Park good for children?
Yes, Herrington Country Park is listed as good for children.
How long do you need at Herrington Country Park?
Allow two to three hours.
Is Herrington Country Park indoors or outdoors?
Herrington Country Park is mainly outdoors.
What ages is Herrington Country Park suitable for?
Herrington Country Park suits all ages.
Is Herrington Country Park wheelchair accessible?
Herrington Country Park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Is there parking at Herrington Country Park?
Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking.
How do I contact Herrington Country Park?
Call Herrington Country Park on +44 191 520 5550.