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Flower and plant lovers will be satisfied with a visit to Sunderland and the surrounding area, with nearby Belsay Hall offering those who seek greenery a nice place to which to escape. With pretty plants and flowers as well as a spectacular ravine stuffed with exotic plants, Belsay Hall is one to visit if you are in the north east. Howick Hall Gardens are another treasure - Earl Greys’ former home is full of gorgeous flowers in the spring and summer months. Check out colorful rhododendrons and tulips amongst other wildflowers in the meadow in the spring or stroll the more formal gardens in the summer for a splash of color and some great photo opportunities! Longframlington Gardens nearby also offer much for the plant lover, currently boasting over one thousand different species of plants, bushes and trees. Take a stroll here and enjoy the peaceful surroundings and pretty flowers. You can also visit the garden shop here for advice on what to plant in your own garden, and perhaps to make some purchases here too!
There is lots to do in Sunderland for all the family! From museums such as the National Glass Centre or the North East Land Sea and Air Museum, you can spend hours learning about interesting topics. For kids, there is karting, trampolining and of course the many beachside and watersport activities that can be enjoyed during the warmer months. You can take a walk along the Roker Pier, or perhaps enjoy a stroll and the stunning views from the Penshaw Monument. Keel Square is a great place to attend one of the many local events held here throughout the year, and you can spend hours wandering through the shops and boutiques before dining out in one of the many restaurants in Sunderland.