Herrington Park in the snow. (Image: NORTHERN ECHO) But now, after redevelopment work began in 1996, it's a thriving park just opposite the instantly recognisable Penshaw Monument and welcomes ...

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Herrington Country Park, which is close to Penshaw Monument, was built on the site of a former colliery. At around 320 acres it is one of Britain's biggest parks.