10 reminders of the fun you've had at Sunderland's Herrington Country Park over the years

10 reminders of the fun you've had at Sunderland's Herrington Country Park over the years - from candlelit walks to mega trucks

It’s hosted gigs, giant mascots, mega trucks and candlelit walks.

By Chris Cordner

Published 5th Aug 2022, 17:26 BST

You could say that Herrington Country Park has seen it all.

And now it is back in the news thanks to plans for new wildlife ponds to restore the population of great crested newts, as reported in the Sunderland Echo.

What better way is there to celebrate some great news than by looking back at some of the excellent events the park has hosted over the years.

Join us for a journey to 2003, 2005, 2006, 2008, and more.

What better way is there to celebrate some great news than by looking back at some of the excellent events the park has hosted over the years.

5. Musical memories from 2003

The main stage at the Ufest Youth Festival in 2003. Were you there? Photo: MM

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6. All the fun of the 2006 fair

Having fun at the Durham County Show 16 years ago. Remember this? Photo: TY

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7. Monster trucks on show

Monster trucks and much more at Herrington County Park in 2005. We hope this brings back wonderful memories. Photo: TC

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8. On your marks in 2010

Last minute training for two of the mascots preparing for the 2010 Race for Grace. Barney the Dinosaur was showing the route around Herrington Country Park to ALF the Alnwick Local Food Mascot . Photo: Picture by Peter Berry

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