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Walks & Outdoors Events in Sunderland

27 upcoming walks & outdoors events

Sunderland offers a refreshing array of outdoor experiences, drawing on its coastal heritage and green spaces. Explore the city's maritime past with walks along the seafront, where the salty air invigorates and historic landmarks like the North East Land, Sea and Air Museums stand testament to its seafaring traditions. Inland, Herrington Country Park provides a peaceful escape, its expansive grounds perfect for leisurely strolls and family adventures. For those seeking a more energetic outing, cycling routes often commence from the iconic Beacon of Light, connecting you to scenic paths. Whether you're drawn to the dramatic coastline or the tranquil parks, Sunderland's outdoors scene invites you to discover its unique blend of natural beauty and industrial history.

As of July 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 27 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Sunderland, North East England, including 14 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.

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Family Cycle/Walk Treasure Hunt (A4A) at Thompson Park - Cycle skills area, middle of the park next to the big slideFREE
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Family Cycle/Walk Treasure Hunt (A4A)

📍 Thompson Park - Cycle skills area, middle of the park next to the big slide

Wild Wanders: Flower Power at Hetton Lyons Country Park at The Lakes CafeFREE
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Wild Wanders: Flower Power at Hetton Lyons Country Park

📍 The Lakes Cafe

Marine Week: Beach Clean - Blackhall Rocks at Red Acre BeachFREE
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Marine Week: Beach Clean - Blackhall Rocks

📍 Red Acre Beach

Marine Week Beach Clean - Red Acre Beach, Seaham at Red Acre Beach Marquess PointFREE
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Marine Week Beach Clean - Red Acre Beach, Seaham

📍 Red Acre Beach Marquess Point

Led Cycle Rides: Local Routes & Workplace Cycling (BBR) at Thompson Park cycling skills area. Located in the middle of the park close to the big slide.FREE
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Led Cycle Rides: Local Routes & Workplace Cycling (BBR)

📍 Thompson Park cycling skills area. Located in the middle of the park close to the big slide.

Free Guided Wildlife Walk (28/07/2026) at Fulwell Quarry Nature ReserveFREE
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Free Guided Wildlife Walk (28/07/2026)

📍 Fulwell Quarry Nature Reserve

Marine Week: Evening Beach Clean - Seaham Hall Beach at Seaham Hall Beach Car ParkFREE
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Marine Week: Evening Beach Clean - Seaham Hall Beach

📍 Seaham Hall Beach Car Park

Marine Week Beach Clean - Horden at Horden BeachFREE
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Marine Week Beach Clean - Horden

📍 Horden Beach

RIBA YAPF- Building Tour Series Sunderland Culture House. at Plater Way
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RIBA YAPF- Building Tour Series Sunderland Culture House.

📍 Plater Way

£3.28

Reading the Rocks Walk at Nose's Point Car Park IIFREE
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Reading the Rocks Walk

📍 Nose's Point Car Park II

Walk Old Sunderland, monthly walk and talk tour at Seventeen Nineteen
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Walk Old Sunderland, monthly walk and talk tour

📍 Seventeen Nineteen

£0.00

Cleadon Park - Explore Wild Plants Walk at Cleadon Park LibraryFREE
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Cleadon Park - Explore Wild Plants Walk

📍 Cleadon Park Library

Penshaw Recreation Ground - Teddy Bear's Picnic at Penshaw Recreation GroundFREE
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Penshaw Recreation Ground - Teddy Bear's Picnic

📍 Penshaw Recreation Ground

Walk Club Social at Herrington Country ParkFREE
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Walk Club Social

📍 Herrington Country Park

Birds Eye View at Mowbray Park Community GardenFREE
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Birds Eye View

📍 Mowbray Park Community Garden

Just Like Heaven: Alt 80’s Summer Terrace Party (Newcastle) at Ouseburn Garden
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Just Like Heaven: Alt 80’s Summer Terrace Party (Newcastle)

📍 Ouseburn Garden

Ghost hunt - Barnes Institute (Sunderland) With Spirit Seekers at The Barnes Institute
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Ghost hunt - Barnes Institute (Sunderland) With Spirit Seekers

📍 The Barnes Institute

£30.61 - £50.55

HERITAGE WALK: TYNEMOUTH VILLAGE WITH PETER JACKSON at Front Street
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HERITAGE WALK: TYNEMOUTH VILLAGE WITH PETER JACKSON

📍 Front Street

£6.13

Havelock Towers, Sunderland ghost hunt experience at Havelock Towers, Sunderland
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Havelock Towers, Sunderland ghost hunt experience

📍 Havelock Towers, Sunderland

Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene at Hawthorn DeneFREE
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Autumn in the Dene - Hawthorn Dene

📍 Hawthorn Dene

North Sea pelagic cruise at Royal Quays Marina
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North Sea pelagic cruise

📍 Royal Quays Marina

£52.50

Heritage Walk : Clifford's Fort and the Tynemouth Lifeboats
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Heritage Walk : Clifford's Fort and the Tynemouth Lifeboats

£5.00

The Introductory Walk at Upper Annandale Parish Church
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The Introductory Walk

📍 Upper Annandale Parish Church

£12.62

The Three Hills at Moffat
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The Three Hills

📍 Moffat

£12.62

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Walks & Outdoors Events in Sunderland — Complete Guide

Discover the vibrant walks & outdoors scene in Sunderland with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates walks & outdoors events from across Sunderland, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.

Whether you're looking for tonight's walks & outdoors events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best walks & outdoorsexperiences Sunderland has to offer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many walks & outdoors events are on in Sunderland?

There are currently 27 upcoming walks & outdoors events in Sunderland. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming walks & outdoors in the city.

Are there free walks & outdoors events in Sunderland?

Yes — 14 of the current walks & outdoors listings in Sunderland are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.

Where can I find walks & outdoors events in Sunderland this weekend?

Browse this weekend's walks & outdoors events in Sunderland at /sunderland/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.

How do I book tickets for walks & outdoors events in Sunderland?

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How often are walks & outdoors listings updated on EventsList?

We pull in new walks & outdoors events for Sunderland three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.

Walks & Outdoors Events in Sunderland — Your Complete Guide

Sunderland's outdoors and walking events calendar is a revelation, particularly for those who assume that city life means being cut off from nature. The city is surrounded by parks, canals, rivers, hills and green corridors that host a year-round programme of guided walks, nature days, cycling events and outdoor adventures.

Guided walks in and around Sunderland cover everything from urban history and street art tours to wildflower foraging, birdwatching mornings, canal towpath ambles, and challenging hill walks in the surrounding countryside. Many are led by passionate local experts who bring the landscape alive with stories, ecology and history.

Running events, cycling sportives, wild swimming gatherings, and outdoor boot camps make use of the city's natural assets in a more active way, drawing participants of all fitness levels. Park runs — free, timed 5K events held every Saturday morning — are enormously popular and require only a free registration.

Outdoor events in Sunderland are best enjoyed with appropriate footwear and clothing for changeable British weather. Many guided walks are free or donation-based, making them one of the most accessible activities in the city. Conservation volunteer days, clean-up events and citizen science projects also feature regularly in the Sunderland outdoors calendar, combining fresh air with community purpose.