Landmark
Penshaw Monument
A Greek-temple style folly crowning a steep grassy hill, visible for miles around, with big views across Wearside. A short sharp climb makes it a free leg-stretcher; on occasional NT open days you can also go up inside one of the columns.
📍 Houghton-le-Spring, North East
Visitor information
- Ages
- 3–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Penshaw Hill, off A183, Penshaw (parking recommended at Herrington Country Park)
- Opening times
- Open access hill; 'Tours to the Top' on selected NT dates.
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- ParkingLimited roadside; free car park at Herrington Country Park across the road.
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