Hylton Castle & Dene

Drone footage of Hylton Castle and Dene, Sunderland, UK.

Hylton Castle
Hylton Castle was built by Sir William Hylton as a fortified manor house in around 1400, and for generations it stood as a reminder to all of the power and connections of the Hylton family.

The imposing gatehouse, which is the only building that survives, is decorated with carved stone heraldry including the arms of the Hyltons and other families, the white hart emblem of Richard II, the banner of Henry IV, and the stars and stripes of the Washington family. Archaeological investigations and surviving documents suggest that the Castle originally had a number of other buildings to the east of the gatehouse including a hall, chambers, barns, and a kitchen.

Hylton Castle is a Grade I Listed Building, and together with the adjacent St Catherine's chapel forms a Scheduled Ancient Monument.

The Dene
The dene is an often overlooked gem and an ideal location to get away from it all. Popular with local school and youth groups and dog-walkers alike, Hylton Dene is a great place for outdoor and forest school activities, for relaxing or for exercise, or to enjoy the play park and views of Hylton Castle.