Rising Sun Country Park
Rising Sun 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 Checked on North Tyneside Council's page: free admission and free parking; play area and water play feature, bird hides, Changing Places toilet. |
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| Opening times | Park open all day. Centre car park Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, weekends 9am-4.30pm; café Mon-Fri 9am-3.30pm, weekends 10.30am-3.30pm. |
| Best time to go | Dry days; visit the countryside centre first. |
| 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. |
| If it rains | Outdoor: pick dry days |
| Parking | Free parking in the grounds or the neighbouring ASDA Benton car park. (Free) |
| Food | Café with terrace. |
| Money saver | Free or low-cost; parking is the main cost; take a picnic. |
| Top tips | Former colliery turned nature park with ponds, farm animals nearby and a countryside centre. |
| 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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