Get the picnic basket out - because we are going on a retro photo journey.
Today is National Picnic Day which is designed to celebrate a perfect meal outdoors.
The trend is thought to have started in France in the 18th Century but Sunderland people love a spot of al fresco dining as these photos show.
Join us in Barnes Park, Ryhope and Mowbray Park for these Echo archive photos from 2000 to 2022.
1. A spread of picnic pictures
Nine Echo archive photos sandwiched into one superb gallery of scenes. | se
2. Mealtime in Mowbray Park
Fun, sun, Punch and Judy and a picnic. What more could you want on a day out in Mowbray Park in June 2000. | se
3. Taking a break in Washington
Picnic time at Washington School in July 2003 and these pupils were tucking into snacks on new tables. | se
4. Dishing up at Planet House
Plenty to be cheerful about at Planet House where the new picnic area was opened in July 2004. | se