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Sunderland

Sunderland has a larger population than Newcastle, but surprisingly it was only recently that it was created a city. Now that the Metro connects the two cities it's easier to get between the two. Sunderland has a rich and proud history - from heavy industry such as shipbuilding and mining through to glass-making. This is where you'll find the National Glass Centre, the lovely Winter Gardens and one of the region's biggest annual attractions, the Sunderland airshow.

For more detailed info check out the council website
Below are listings for the major attractions.

Fulwell Mill Newcastle Road, Fulwell Sunderland SR5 1EX	Fulwell Mill was built in 1821 and is the most complete windmill in the North East. There are guided tours and you can see the windmill in operation (when conditions allow), and discover the history of the mill at the purpose built visitor centre. Tel: 0191 516 9790	Seaburn
Monkwearmouth Station Museum North Bridge Street Sunderland SR5 1AP	The imposing classical facade of the railway terminus built in 1848 has been retained. The Victorian booking office is set out in full working order, complete with a top-hatted Victorian passenger. Displays of trains, trams, and Victorian and Edwardian cycles. Tel: 0191 567 7075	St Peter's
National Glass Centre Liberty Way Sunderland SR6 0GL	Opened 1998. Houses exhibitions and galleries dedicated to glassmaking which began in Sunderland as far back as the 7th century. The glass centre also contains glass production units and the centre itself has a solid glass roof that you can walk on if you dare. Tel: 0191 515 5555	St Peter's
North East Aircraft Museum Old Washington Rd Sunderland SR5 3HZ Next to Nissan car factory	Largest collection of Aircraft in the region, including a Vulcan delta bomber, F-86 Sabre, Lightning Interceptor. On the site of a 1916 RAF base.
Penshaw Monument Off A183 Near Washington	Built in 1844 in honour of John George Lambton, the first earl of Durham. Designed in the form of the Greek Temple of Theseus it is visible from miles around. Grid ref: OS Grid Ref: NZ 333 544
St Peter's Church St Peter's Way Sunderland SR6 ODY	One of the country's most important early Christian sites. Founded in AD674, home to the Venerable Bede, fine examples of Saxon masonry and windows. Tel: 0191 516 0135	St Peter's
Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens Burdon Road Sunderland SR1 1PP	The £13 million Sunderland Winter Gardens is the City's jewel in the crown. An amazing glass and steel structure creates an environment where exotic many plants thrive. In the Museum & Art Gallery you can learn about the region's social history. Tel: (0191) 553 2323	Sunderland / Park Lane
Victoria Viaduct Fatfield Washington Location map	Dramatic Railway viaduct spanning the River Wear. Based on the Roman bridge at Alcantra in Spain. Opened 1838.
Washington Old Hall The Avenue Washington Village NE38 7LE	Sandstone manor house built in 12th century. Home of the ancestors of America's first President George Washington. National Trust property. Tel: 0191 416 6879	W6 Washington Galleries to Hall
Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust Pattinson Washington NE38 8LE.	Home to 100 species of wildfowl. There are hides and walks and visitor centre.