Barley Mow Park

Downs, Moorland in Durham

England

Barley Mow Park

St Peter's Church, Monkwearmouth, Sunderland Grade I listed Church

<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Peter%27s_Church,_Monkwearmouth" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Peter%27s_Church,_Monkwearmouth">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — St Peter's Church, Monkwearmouth, Sunderland Credit: Brian Deegan

Barley Mow Park is a picturesque recreational area located in Durham, England. Nestled amidst lush greenery and rolling hills, this park offers visitors a serene and tranquil escape from the bustling city life. With its expansive downs and moorland, the park provides a perfect setting for outdoor activities and leisurely strolls.

The park spans over a vast area, boasting well-maintained pathways that wind through its picturesque landscape. These pathways are ideal for walking, jogging, or cycling, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty that surrounds them. The downs, covered in soft grasses and dotted with wildflowers, provide a stunning backdrop for picnics or simply relaxing in the sun.

The moorland, with its heather-clad slopes and panoramic views, is a haven for nature enthusiasts and photographers. It is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare species of birds and wild animals. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching or embark on guided nature walks to discover the park's rich biodiversity.

Barley Mow Park also offers several recreational facilities for both children and adults. There are well-equipped play areas for kids, where they can enjoy swings, slides, and climbing frames. Additionally, the park features sports fields and courts for various activities such as football, cricket, tennis, and basketball.

For those seeking a moment of tranquility, the park provides numerous benches and picnic spots where visitors can relax and soak in the peaceful atmosphere. With its natural beauty, recreational amenities, and opportunities for outdoor exploration, Barley Mow Park is a beloved destination for locals and tourists alike.

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Barley Mow Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.895292/-1.3771099 or Grid Reference NZ4055. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Peter's Church, Monkwearmouth, Sunderland

Grade I listed Church Link

Brian Deegan

St Peter's Church in the parish of Monkwearmouth

St Peter's Church, Monkwearmouth is the parish church of Monkwearmouth in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, England. It is one of three churches in the Parish of Monkwearmouth. The others are the Victorian All Saints' Church, Monkwearmouth and the Edwardian St Andrew's Church, Roker. St Peter's was founded in AD 674–5 as one of the two churches of the Benedictine double monastery of Monkwearmouth–Jarrow Abbey. The other church is St Paul's Church, Jarrow. St Peter's is a Grade I listed building and part of a scheduled monument.

Colin Kinnear

"Shadows in another light"

Dating from 1998, one of the sculptures forming part of the St Peter's Riverside Sculpture Project. The base is actually the original base of a riverside crane. Sometimes alternatively known as "The Iron Tree". To the east, the supposed shadow of the original crane is picked out in the paving slabs along the riverside path. The University of Sunderland Library can be seen in the distance.

Oliver Dixon

"Shadows in another light"

Oliver Dixon

Shadow on St Peter's Riverside path

The supposed shadow of a crane is picked out in the paving slabs along the riverside path. The University of Sunderland Library can be seen in the distance. See also NZ4057 : "Shadows in another light".

Oliver Dixon

Sculpture and "shadow" on St Peter's Riverside

The supposed shadow of a crane (originally standing on the concrete base of the sculpture) is picked out in the paving slabs along the riverside path. A concrete "rivet" can also be seen, commemorating the days of shipbuilding. See also NZ4057 : "Shadows in another light".

Oliver Dixon

Shadow beside St Peter's Riverside

The actual shadow of the "Shadows in another light" sculpture. See also NZ4057 : Sculpture and "shadow" on St Peter's Riverside.

Oliver Dixon

Telescope on St Peter's Riverside

The plinth bears the inscription: "Look up and see behind you. A shadow can raise a memory that nothing can erase." This refers to the sculpture seen in NZ4057 : "Shadows in another light" and the supposed shadow of a crane seen in NZ4057 : Shadow on St Peter's Riverside path.

Oliver Dixon

Rivet and nut

Two artefacts commemorating the shipbuilding tradition of the locality; part of the St Peter's Riverside Sculpture Project.

Oliver Dixon

Giant nut on St Peter's Riverside

Artefact commemorating the shipbuilding tradition of the locality; part of the St Peter's Riverside Sculpture Project. A giant rivet and the "Shadows in another light" sculpture can be seen in the middle distance.

Oliver Dixon

St Peter's Riverside

Artefacts commemorating the shipbuilding tradition of the locality; part of the St Peter's Riverside Sculpture Project.

Oliver Dixon

Lamp standard on St Peter's Riverside.

Oliver Dixon

"Pathways to Knowledge"

The text was taken from an ancient manuscript kept in St Peter's Church nearby, possibly with a connection to the Venerable Bede. This page is just one component of a sculpture of a pile of books installed in front of the University Library.

Oliver Dixon