Nine pictures of Sunderland from the air on this day in 2004

See if you can spot your home in these fascinating views

By Chris Cordner

Published 21st Feb 2024, 10:02 BST

Updated 21st Feb 2024, 10:04 BST

The ever-changing face of Sunderland is captured in these great views of the city.

Every one of them was pictured 20 years ago today - from the sky.

Views of Mowbray Park, the East End, Ryhope, Houghton, Silksworth and Washington are all included.

See if you can spot your house in Grangetown, Hill View or the Newcastle Road area.

Enjoy your retro aerial journey, courtesy of the Sunderland Echo archives.

Going aerial for a 2004 look at Sunderland and East Durham.

1. We're all over this one

Going aerial for a 2004 look at Sunderland and East Durham.

Sunderland Marina as it looked 20 years ago today.

2. Magnificent Marina

Sunderland Marina as it looked 20 years ago today.

The city centre including Mowbray Park and the Winter Gardens.

3. In the city

The city centre including Mowbray Park and the Winter Gardens.

Here's a look at Silksworth in 2004. Tell us if you spot your house.

4. Seen in Silksworth

Here's a look at Silksworth in 2004. Tell us if you spot your house.

Sky Sunderland Nostalgia

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