Ever wondered where Sunderland's street names come from? Take a look at these answers

Why is it called Pennywell? And what was the reason for calling it Crowtree Road?

Have you ever wondered where the name of your street or neighbourhood came from?

What was the reasoning behind the name Pann Lane or the Garths?

Thanks to the help provided by Philip Curtis from Sunderland Antiquarian Society, we can explain more.

To find out more about the history of Sunderland, visit the Antiquarian Society’s Facebook page or its website at http://www.sunderland-antiquarians.org

If you’ve got memories of Sunderland’s past, contact Chris Cordner on [email protected]

Take a look through these 9 images and the reasons why the streets and communities of Sunderland have their names.

9. Ettrick Grove

One of Sunderland's nineteenth century magistrates, William Ettrick, is remembered through Ettrick Grove. Philip said: "He used to preside over the courts held in the George Inn in High Street." Photo: SE