Summer is here and, although this can mean dog beach bans for some people wanting to soak up the sun over the warmest months of the year, many will just be hoping the current bad conditions pass so we can all enjoy the warmer weather.
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5. Heaton Park
It may not be as famous as its Manchester namesake, but Heaton Park can be a stunning place for a walk. The site has a 4.6 rating from 949 reviews. Photo: Google

6. Leazes Park
Leazes Park sits in the shadow of St James Park and has a 4.6 rating from 378 reviews. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Photo: Stu Forster

7. Armstrong Park
Back in Heaton, Armstrong Park has a 4.6 rating from 162 reviews. Photo: Google

8. Town Moor
The Town Moor is a popular festival site and also hosts Great North Run participants every September. The park has a 4.5 rating from 2,124 reviews. Photo: Google