They all mean something special to Wearside, especially when you return after spending time away from the area.They all mean something special to Wearside, especially when you return after spending time away from the area.
They all mean something special to Wearside, especially when you return after spending time away from the area.

The 10 landmarks in and around Sunderland which most make you glad to be home after a trip away

Which landmark from the past or present most says ‘I’m back on Wearside’ to you?
By Chris Cordner
Published 4th Nov 2022, 16:11 BST

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It’s the question that we put to 7,500 followers of the Sunderland Echo’s special nostalgia page on Facebook called Wearside Echoes.

After all, it’s always a comfort to see a familiar sight when you return home after a trip away. But which sight tops the lot?

Some of the answers may surprise you and one in particular was a runaway winner.

Have a look at the favourites as chosen by you – with the winner at the end.

Some of the answers may surprise you and one in particular was a runaway winner.

A 2012 view along the promenade at Seaburn towards Cliffe Park. It's a comforting sight for Dave Beattie. The Sunderland sea view also means home for Catherine Lindsay, Janice Collins, and Tracey Richardson.

5. Seaburn

A 2012 view along the promenade at Seaburn towards Cliffe Park. It's a comforting sight for Dave Beattie. The Sunderland sea view also means home for Catherine Lindsay, Janice Collins, and Tracey Richardson. Photo: Picture by David Allan

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The floodlights at Roker Park were always a welcome sight for Paul Wilkinson.

6. Roker Park

The floodlights at Roker Park were always a welcome sight for Paul Wilkinson. Photo: se

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A view of Wearmouth Bridge and it means home for many of you including Kathy Christensen.

7. Wearmouth Bridge

A view of Wearmouth Bridge and it means home for many of you including Kathy Christensen. Photo: Stu Norton

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A late evening view from 2010. This was Fred Walsh's favourite reminder of home and others felt the same.

8. Roker Lighthouse

A late evening view from 2010. This was Fred Walsh's favourite reminder of home and others felt the same. Photo: DA

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