It’s the Cat and Dog Steps which has been a favourite sunspot for Sunderland people for many decades.
Look at the numbers of people who turned out to enjoy the air, sun and scenery from the 1950s to 2018.
9. Cooling down
Keeping cool in the water near the steps in this scene from August 1974. | se
10. A watching brief
These sunseekers were watching the younger seasiders from the promenade above the beach in August 1974. | se
11. A helping hand
Sand sculptor Dave Harland got a helping hand with this giant crocodile on the beach near the Cat and Dog Steps in 2003. | se
12. The view from 2018
A peaceful scene looking down on to the steps in September 2018. Tell us if it is a favourite spot of yours for a day of relaxation. | se
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