New extension to make Veterans in Crisis accessible to all
The future of a much-loved North East charity is set to be safeguarded after work commenced on a major expansion of its Sunderland head office. Building Design Northern (BDN) – an architectural, structural and civil engineering firm that is also the business behind landmark developments such as Sheepfolds Stables and Eastgate Point – is overseeing […]
Symposium to explore future of culture and creativity
A major two-day event exploring how new technology is changing the way audiences interact with arts and culture is taking place in Sunderland next month. Following a successful pilot in 2025, Culture House Sunderland is set to host the first full-scale Creative Smart City Symposium on 17 and 18 September. Developed in collaboration with Immersive […]
DWP to move into Faber
Sunderland’s newest office building is set to be boosted by the arrival of a major new tenant. Faber – one of two new L&G-backed buildings in Sunderland city centre – has announced that the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will be moving its team into the Riverside Sunderland property. Taking three of the five […]
Major step forward in Sunderland city centre’s journey as Homes England invests £27.7m to unlock Sheepfolds neighbourhood
A major step forward in the transformation of Riverside Sunderland has been confirmed, with Homes England, the government’s housing and regeneration agency, backing the Sheepfolds neighbourhood through a £27.7 million investment. The investment will help to transform a former industrial site with a prominent riverside location that has remained largely underused for many years despite […]
Free Sunderland street party to celebrate community and creativity…
Creativity, sustainability and community spirit will be at the heart of a special, Sunderland street party this week. (August). On Saturday 8 August, Blandford Street, will showcase its unique mix of independent businesses for a day filled with family-friendly activities, live entertainment and hands-on experiences. And from, 10am to 3pm, the Blandford Street Party will […]
Opening date confirmed for major North East venue
A major new North East cultural venue has moved a step closer with an opening date now confirmed. Culture House Sunderland, a multi-million-pound, four-floor venue and library at Keel Square will open its doors on Saturday 12 September 2026. Culture House will be a living room in the heart of the city, where everyone is […]
Sunderland Food and Drink Festival brings delicious boost to the local economy
A three day event which brought live entertainment, markets and international cuisine to the centre of Sunderland has brought a delicious boost to the local economy of £2.8m. The Sunderland Food and Drink Festival – organised by Sunderland’s BIDs – took place around the city centre at the beginning of June. And organisers have now […]
Panto partnerships creating lasting memories for local school children
Support from local businesses is helping to create memorable cultural experiences for young people across Sunderland. Last year, Sheepfolds Stables and Tyne Tunnels partnered with the ATG Inspire programme, sponsoring local schools to attend the pantomime at Sunderland Empire. Their support enabled school groups to enjoy a performance of Sleeping Beauty, alongside creative workshops and […]
Ghanaian students get in the football spirit away from home ahead of World Cup Match
It’s World Cup season and staff and students at the University of Sunderland are cheering on their football teams from across the world as they compete. The University welcomes students from around the globe and some of them from Ghana are getting ready to cheer on their team for their match against England on Tuesday […]
Ward Hadaway appoints education partner
UK Top 100 law firm Ward Hadaway has appointed Jill Donabie as a partner in its Newcastle-based education team, strengthening its people related offering to schools of all kinds, academy trusts and colleges. Jill brings extensive experience advising education clients across the North East and nationally. She works with them on staffing matters, as well […]