Fulwell Mill Car Park 194 Newcastle Rd, Sunderland SR5 1QD
Free riverside parking for Fulwell Mill and riverside walks
Fulwell Mill Car Park is a free, single-level gravel lot located at 194 Newcastle Road in the Fulwell district of Sunderland (postcode SR5 1QD). It accommodates approximately 40 vehicles and serves as the gateway to the Riverside Path stretching west towards Hexham and east to Sunderland city centre. There are no marked bays; parking is informal along the riverbank embankment. A wooden information board near the entrance provides riverside trail maps, wildlife spotting guides (otters, kingfishers), and flood-warning notices. There is no lighting or CCTV, and the lot is officially open to day-light hours only; users should vacate before dusk. The adjacent River Wear towpath includes fishing platforms and benches at 200 m intervals. No payment or permits are required. Nearby, the old Fulwell Mill building hosts a weekend flea market (seasonal), attracting additional vehicles. Dogs on leads are permitted; wildlife enthusiasts often use this as a base for canoe launches and bird-watching.
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