Herrington Country Park
Herrington Country Park is a garden, park & outdoor in Tyne and Wear, England. Entry is free. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Free entry Sunderland City Council park: free entry, with lakes, paths, play areas and wildlife beneath Penshaw Monument. New car parks were added in 2025. |
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| Opening times | Open 24 hours. |
| Best time to go | Dry days; great for kites and bikes. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. |
| Best ages | All ages All ages; play areas for younger children. |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Council car parks, including one by the café (expanded to 129 spaces). (Free) |
| Food | Café by the main car park; plenty of space for picnics. |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Big open park below Penshaw Monument with a lake, play area and wide flat paths. |
| What to pack | Wellies, waterproofs, picnic, bug spray, sun cream |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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