17 of Sunderland's best parks for a walk - and the hidden stories they hold
Fancy getting the daily step count in?
We’ve put together a guide to Sunderland’s parks and the stories behind them, from the smallest pocket park to a landmark park which was created in response to the Cholera epidemic.
17. Hylton Castle play park
While the castle has undergone a major revamp to turn it into a community and events space, it also provides a majestic backdrop to the surrounding play park and dene. The castle was built by the wealthy Sir William Hylton, shortly before 1400 and is the second oldest building in Sunderland. Photo: JPI Media
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