A total of 364 public nominations for parks and green spaces across the UK have been made – and 13 of these are in the North East. The winners will be chosen via an online public vote at www.fieldsintrust.org/best-park/north-east. The closing date is Monday, August 19.
9. Ridley Park, Blyth, Northumberland
A photo of primulas in the small park, by reader Andy Tawse. Photo: Andy Tawse
10. Roker Park, Sunderland
The Victorian park by the sea has a popular miniature railway and was the home of Sunderland's fondly remembered 'floating tap' at the Illuminations. Photo: Stu Norton
11. Saltwell Park, Gateshead
The park is a beautiful centrepiece for a number of events throughout the year. Photo: David Allan
12. South Park, Darlington
A Victorian park with lake, play areas and bowling green. Photo: Google Street View