Nine rambling pictures celebrating National Walking Day in Sunderland - Barnes, Hylton Castle and West Rainton included

Join us at Thornhill, Roker Park and Grange Park

Here's a step back in time for you to enjoy.

We've got nine retro Echo views of ramblers, strollers and walkers out and about in Wearside.

And it's a great time to put them back in the spotlight with National Walking Day on the way on April 3.

It's aim is to promote the health benefits of a good stroll.

And to get you inspired, here are scenes from Hylton Castle, Roker Park, West Rainton and more.

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