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Penshaw Monument
Sunderland, North East England
A giant Greek temple on a hill that you can see for miles around Wearside.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 45 min
Penshaw Monument is a half-sized replica of the Temple of Hephaestus, built for the Earl of Durham. It stands on a hill with broad views over Wearside and the surrounding countryside. The climb is short, and the National Trust opens the interior on some days.
Good to know
- Short climb from the car park
- Sunset is dramatic
- Some open days allow you to go inside
- Best time
- Sunset
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Short path from the car park
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Rubbish bins
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