Roker (Whitburn South) Beach
Sunderland, Sunderland
A wide sandy beach backed by rugged cliffs and rocks to north and south. Roker Park has attractions including display gardens, boating lake, bowling green, model railway and tram lines. Situated within Sunderland, the beach can get busy during peak times and the park has a good programme of events during the summer months.
Beach Type
SandFacilities
Public toilets next to the beachWater sports
Cafes
Restaurants
Deck chair hire
Slipway
First aid
Lost child service available with the lifeguards
Activities
SurfingWindsurfing
Sailing
Sea-kayaking
Jet skiing
Parking
Parking is available though during busy periods it may be a short walk from the beach.Water Quality
GoodLifeguard
RNLICleaning and Litter
Litter bins are provided.Dogs
Dogs are restricted to certain areas of this beach.Awards and Recommendations
Blue Flag BeachQuality Coast Award
Location
Nearest town: SunderlandCounty: Sunderland
Latitude/Longitude: 54.9256, -1.36377
Postcode: SR6 9NA
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
Roker is situated within Sunderland city to the north of the harbour.Public Transport
Served by local buses.Nearest Railway Stations
Sunderland (About a mile and a half away)Seaham (Approx. 6 miles away)
Heworth (Approx. 8 miles away)
Manors (Approx. 10 miles away)
Chester-le-Street (Approx. 10 miles away)