Dodds Court

Dodds Court is a quiet court in Sunderland surrounded by history, being a short walk away from Hylton Castle.

The castle, which dates back to the late 14th or early 15th century, is now owned by English Heritage. It is known for displaying a historic range of coats of arms belonging to local gentry and peers. The surrounding parkland is maintained by a community organisation, and the castle and its chapel are protected as a Grade 1 listed building and a Scheduled Ancient Monument.

Bus stops are found at either side of the road just outside the court, providing good transport links to Sunderland city centre and Washington town centre for a wider range of shopping and leisure facilities. The Sunderland Air Show takes place every July over Seaburn Beach, a 20-minute bus journey away.

Each flat at Dodds Court have their own small front gardens and residents have access to communal gardens, which they can help look after. A range of birds and wildlife, including butterflies and hedgehogs, are attracted to the gardens during the summer months.

Communal facilities at the court include a residents lounge, laundry and kitchen. There is also a guest room with en-suite and tea-making facilities. The court has a pet-friendly policy, meaning residents can keep pets in their homes.