It was also announced on Sunday that the public are no longer restricted to one form of exercise per day, which allows people to visit places like parks and beaches. Scroll down and flick though our picture gallery to see some of the photos that were taken in and around Sunderland on Wednesday:
9. Scenes at Roker Park
Relaxed lockdown measures at Roker Park. Photo: Stu Norton
10. Busier scenes at South Marine Park
People visiting South Marine Park on Wednesday. Photo: Stu Norton
11. Whitburn Golf Club has reopened too
George Elsom on the course following new government lockdown relaxations. Photo: Stu Norton
12. Many gardening centres have opened again
A picture taken at Emily's Nurseries, Leechmere Industrial Estate. Photo: Stu Norton