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• Managing Organisation:

  City of Sunderland

• Contact:

  Ian Coburn

• Telephone:

  0191 2193941 
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Information about this open space

Roker Park opened in 1880 and provides recreation in a densely populated area of Sunderland.  Screened from surrounding houses by mature perimeter planting, the southern section is level with formal gardens.  The northern section includes a steep ravine, nature conservation areas with water features and access to Roker Seafront.  9 entrances allow access from all sides and direct links to the seafront.  Facilities include 2 bowling greens, play areas, basketball, 5-a-side and a model boating lake.  Sunderland Model Engineering Society provide free train rides at weekends.