Sunderland Restaurant Week set to return
Restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs on both sides of the River Wear are getting ready for visitors to pile their plates high – as the city prepares for the second Sunderland Restaurant Week of the year. From September 5 to 13 diners from across the region can take advantage of discounted deals at dozens of […]
Mother-of-three launches doula and hypnobirthing service for expecting parents
Expectant parents in the North East are set to benefit from a new doula and hypnobirthing service, after a local mum of three turned a passion sparked by motherhood into a growing business. Founded by Manpreet Khaira, Mind and Birth provides education, guidance and compassionate support for expectant and new parents. Drawing on lived experience […]
Summer of family activities sailing into the Bridges shopping centre
If you’re looking for free family fun this summer, the Bridges shopping centre is inviting families to Dive into Summer with its brand-new Ocean Explorers Camp – four weeks of exciting activities designed to entertain, inspire and educate from 3 – 28 August. Created for primary school-aged children, the packed summer programme combines hands-on fun […]
Sunderland Gift Card gets active
The popular Sunderland Gift Card is showing its fit for purpose, with the addition of a leading activity chain. Everyone Active has signed up five of its popular sites to the scheme, which means that recipients can now enjoy a range of experiences, covering everything from swimming to skiing. And that’s good news for anyone […]
First look at new Sunderland AFC store at The Bridges Shopping Centre
The doors of the brand new Sunderland AFC club store have officially opened at The Bridges Shopping Centre. Located opposite Next, the new store offers visitors to the centre a fresh shopping experience that complements the flagship club shop at the Stadium of Light. Featuring a broad range of gifts alongside the core kit offer, […]
Sunderland Food and Drink Festival is going to be sound
Sunderland’s Food and Drink Festival is not only dishing up the best cuisine from around the world, but it is also serving it with a side order of major music talent. The three day festival, which is taking place from 5-7 June, has unveiled a packed programme of entertainment, much of which will be a […]
Get on the bus and get ready for Sunderland Food and Drink Festival
The wheels are turning to make sure that this year’s Sunderland Food and Drink Festival is a bumper success – with news of the entertainment programme and a brand new headline sponsor. The festival – which last year attracted more than 50,000 visitors – is set to return over the weekend of 5-7 June, with […]
Sunniside nights celebrates creative spaces – and creativity
A special event which brings together an eclectic mix of creatives in a variety of creative spaces is set to return to Sunderland once again. Sunniside Nights combines comedy, music, theatre, performances, food and exhibitions – including a showcase of the worst ever album covers – in a memorable one night event held around the […]
Sunderland Restaurant Week set to return
Breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner are on the menu from this weekend (7 March) as Sunderland Restaurant Week is set to return. And among the many favourites are a host of new recruits, signed up to take part for the first time – which is great news for diners from across the region. Around 50 […]
TK Maxx unveils relocation in Sunderland
 TK Maxx is set to open the doors to its new and improved store in a prime central location within The Bridges Shopping Centre. Conveniently located a short distance from its previous residence, shoppers can expect the same great experience from TK Maxx – enjoying everything from fashion for the entire family, to accessories, and […]