Herrington is an area in the south of Sunderland, in Tyne and Wear, England, historically in County Durham.

In the 19th century, the Durham Coalfield began to take shape, and a number of collieries were established in the area, including one in New Herrington.

On 7 and 8 May 2005, Radio 1's Big Weekend was staged on the Herrington Country Park site.

Notable artists who performed that year include Foo Fighters, Kasabian and The Black Eyed Peas.

Jack Middlemas, who played over 200 league games for York City, began his career with Swifts, as did James Bewick and Stanley Cowie.