View of Wearmouth Bridge
View of Wearmouth Bridge © Historic England DP174440
View of Wearmouth Bridge © Historic England DP174440

Sunderland's Historic High Streets Heritage Walk

Tour length: 1 hour 30 minutes
Tour distance: 1.5 miles

Created from research produced and commissioned by Historic England, this heritage walk will help you rediscover Sunderland's fascinating history. It was created as part of the Heritage Action Zone initiative for Sunderland Historic High Streets.

Facilities and accessibility

  • Toilets: Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens
  • Catering: Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens, Quayside Exchange, Donnison School
  • Accessibility: This walk is suitable for wheelchair and pushchair users.

We hope you enjoy taking a tour of Sunderland's Historic High Streets.

Sunderland's Historic High Streets Heritage Action Zone is a partnership project led by Historic England and Sunderland City Council and involves Tyne and Wear Building Preservation Trust, The Churches Conservation Trust, Sunderland Heritage Forum and Sunderland Culture.