Welcome to Doxford Park

Doxford Park is a beautiful green space located in the city of Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. The park is spread over an area of 53 hectares and is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. The park is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including several species of birds, butterflies, and insects. The park also has a large lake, which is a popular spot for fishing and boating. The park is a great place to relax and unwind, and it offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

One of the main attractions of Doxford Park is its extensive network of walking and cycling trails. The park has several miles of well-maintained paths that wind through the park's beautiful woodlands and meadows. The trails are suitable for all ages and abilities, and they offer a great way to explore the park's natural beauty. The park also has several picnic areas, which are perfect for enjoying a leisurely lunch or a family barbecue.

Doxford Park is also home to several sports facilities, including a football pitch, a basketball court, and a children's play area. The park is a great place for families to spend time together, and it offers plenty of opportunities for children to play and explore. The park also hosts several events throughout the year, including music festivals, food fairs, and outdoor cinema screenings. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an action-packed day out, Doxford Park has something for everyone.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 12°C

Feels Like: 9.6°C

Wind: 15 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Mill Hill Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Lindsay Errington	Doxford Park Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR3 2LE 01916075695 School Website
Mill Hill Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Dixon-Jones	Torphin Hill Drive Doxford Park Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR3 2PJ 01915220505
Portland Academy Academy Special Converter Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Sharon Common	Weymouth Road Chapelgarth Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR3 2NQ 03339991455 School Website
Benedict Biscop Church Of England Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Armstrong	Marcross Drive Moorside Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR3 2RE 01915947033 School Website
New Silksworth Academy Infant Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Robins	Blind Lane New Silksworth Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR3 1AS 1915000015 School Website
New Silksworth Academy Junior Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Robins	Blind Lane New Silksworth Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR3 1AS 1915000015 School Website
St Leonard's Catholic Primary School, Silksworth Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Dionne Dunn	Tunstall Village Road Silksworth Sunderland SR3 2BB 1915210300 School Website
Farringdon Community Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Jordan Bedford	Allendale Road Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR3 3EL 01919171500 School Website
Farringdon Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Mcdermott	Archer Road Farringdon Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR3 3DJ 01915227673 School Website
East Herrington Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Hair	Balmoral Terrace East Herrington Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR3 3PR 01915634243 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sunderland Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR1 3HP 2.92 Miles

Chester-Le-Street Station Road, Chester-Le-Street, Durham, DH3 3EE 6.67 Miles

Horden South East View, Horden, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 4EA 8.20 Miles

Heworth Sunderland Road, Heworth, Tyne And Wear, NE10 0NE 8.28 Miles

Durham North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB 9.06 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Lakeside Taxis 0191 511 0505 North Moor Lane, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR3 3BD 0.82 Miles
Lakeside Taxis 0191 511 0505 North Moor La, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR3 3BD 0.82 Miles
Steels Taxis 0191 528 8123 Anthony Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR3 3HG 0.86 Miles
Premier Taxis 0191 528 1111 Premier Office, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR3 1SY 1.31 Miles
Colliery Private Hire 0191 523 9000 88 Ryhope St South, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR2 0AG 1.46 Miles
City Taxis 0191 511 0111 The Taxis Office/Thorndale Road, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR3 4JW 1.47 Miles
Grangetown And Village Private Hire 0191 523 8883 38G Ellesmere Court, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR2 9UA 1.70 Miles
Badger Car Leasing 0191 567 6591 25 Stockton Terrace, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR2 9RN 2.19 Miles
Pennywell And Hylton Taxis 0191 534 3434 11, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR4 9AS 2.35 Miles
Temple Veichle Hire 0191 584 7327 Sunderland Rd, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear, DH4 4HH 2.42 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Ski View Silksworth Lane - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gilley Law Post Office Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Joshi Na 0191 5212282	Silksworth Health Centre Silksworth Sunderland Tyne & Wear SR3 2AN
New Silksworth Medical Practice 0191 5210252	Silksworth Health Centre Silksworth Sunderland Tyne & Wear SR3 2AN
Springwell House	Durham Road North Moor Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR3 1RN
Happy House Surgery 0191 5282222	Happy House Surgery Durham Road Sunderland Tyne & Wear SR3 4BY
The Broadway Medical Practice 0191 5229908	The Broadway Med Practice S/Well H/C,Springwell Rd Sunderland Tyne & Wear SR3 4HG

Local Stores

Sunderland - Broadway
Springwell Road
Sunderland
Tyne & Wear
SR4 8NW
0191 5284303
Store Website
2.04 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Durham Road
DURHAM ROAD
SUNDERLAND
TYNE AND WEAR
SR2 7RB
01915251040
Store Website
2.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Gilmoor Vets
Park Veterinary Clinic 6 William Doxford Centre Sunderland County Durham SR3 2NE 0191 511 0999 jgash.gilmoorvets@btconnect.com Website 0.18 miles
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Animals Treated
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Sunderland South Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 3 Broadway House Chester Road Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR4 8NW 0191 525 2090 sunderlandsouth@vets4pets.com Website 2.04 miles
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Sheriffs Highway Sunderland
47 Otto Terrace Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR2 7LP 0191 567 3722 Website 2.29 miles

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Seaham Vets Limited
43 Gregson Terrace Seaham County Durham SR7 0HS 0191 513 0913 seahamvets@gmail.com Website 2.37 miles
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Consultation by appointment.
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Westway Veterinary Centres Ltd
Houghton Business Centre Lake Road Houghton Le Spring County Durham DH5 8BJ 0191 512 6600 houghton@westwayvets.com Website 2.69 miles

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Westway Veterinary Centre
204 Hylton Road Sunderland Tyne And Wear SR4 7YB 0191 565 9455 info@westwayvets.com Website 2.71 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Herrington Country Park
Plenty Of Room To Run And Socialise. 19 Chester Rd Lancashire 2.90 miles

Location what3words narrow.eagle.laying

Princess Anne Park
This A Lovely Place For A Stroll With Plenty Of Fields For Your Fur Babies To Run, And Rivers To Plodge In. Plenty Of Bins Around The Park And Lots Of Other Dog Walkers Through Out The Day. 1 Dundrennan Washington NE38 7TX 4.99 miles

Location what3words candle.tolls.points

Hawthorn Dene
Woodland Walk With The Chance To Continue On Towards The Beach. Lots Of Different Routes To Take. Can Get Muddy Depending On The Weather (See Photo) Unnamed Road Lancashire 5.02 miles Park On The Road Before The Bungalow On The Right Hand Side. Either Walk Right After The Bungalow Or Continue Straight Ahead. Plenty To Explore

Location what3words stammer.corrode.montage

Albany Park Washington
Go For A Lovely Walk Around Albany Park In Washington Where You Can Let Your Dog Off The Lead. After A Lovely Walk You Can Walk Into Concord For A Lovely Coffee In Cafe K9 A Dog Friendly Cafe That Serve Dogs And Human Food And Dog Treats. Located Next To Dragon Vets. Concord House Spout Ln Washington NE37 2AS 5.32 miles Next To Dragon Vets

Location what3words mild.lung.cowboy

Riverside Park
Riverside Park Is A Really Good Family Friendly Park That's Great Fun For Dogs. The Park Itself Has Nice Accessible Paths. A Little Walk Away Past The Rowing Club Down The Riverside Is A Really Nice Walk, Great If You Wanted To Walk A Dog Away From All The Excitement Of The Park. Parking Was About £1 For Two Hours. There Are Ice Cream Vans And Drinks Sold In The Summer. Lumley New Rd Lancashire 6.04 miles

Location what3words wages.charmingly.cave

Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River Congburn Wood 9.38 miles

Location what3words buggy.cookies.junior

Weather Forecast

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