RYHOPE, a township in the parish of BISHOPWEARMOUTH,
northern division of EASINGTON ward,
county palatine of DURHAM, 3 miles (S.) from Sunderland,
containing 368 inhabitants. A chapel of ease
was erected in 1826. Ryhope bay has a smooth sandy
beach convenient for bathing; and the village, which is
a considerable place, containing some good inns, affords
excellent accommodation for those who frequent it for
that purpose.