In pictures: People enjoy day out at Sunderland's Hetton Carnival

Hetton’s historic community carnival returns for 2026 this weekend.

From historical reenactments to carnival rides and a makers and bakers market, there’s plenty happening at this year’s Hetton Carnival.

The two-day festival returns to Hetton Lyons Country Park, in Houghton-le-Spring on Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, from 10.30am to 5pm.

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