Sunderland

Sunderland

The city is set in an enviable location. It’s right beside the River Wear and the coastline as well as a close proximity to the rolling countryside. There are many places to visit in Sunderland if you after history or just a bit of fun. From St Peters Church to The Washington Old Halls the area is brimming with heritage and culture. There are also many exciting activity centres that offer climbing, skiing, snowboarding and many more. While the Stadium of Light is home to Sunderland AFC.

Venues in this location

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National Glass Centre

Inspiring people to learn about, make and enjoy contemporary glass

Discover the history of glassmaking on Wearside, the science behind the glassmaking process and explore an exciting programme of contemporary glass art exhibitions.

Marine Activities Centre

The Centre can offer opportunities to both organised groups and individuals alike. The Marine Activities Centre is licensed by the Adventurous Activities Licensing Service to deliver the activities, is a Recognised Training Centre for the Royal Yachting Association. 

The Centre now holds the Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge and the AAIAC Adventure Mark.

Souter Lighthouse and The Leas

A marvel of its age

Opened in 1871 Souter remains an iconic beacon. Hooped in red and white and standing proud on the coastline midway between the Tyne and the Wear. Souter is a special place all year round and was the first lighthouse in the world designed and built to be powered by electricity.

Durham Coast

County Durham's coastline has emerged from a polluted industrial past to become a haven for wildlife

Durham Coast is a wonderful place for walkers and for those who want to enjoy the scenery from the cliff top paths.

The magnesian limestone that underlies this area has given rise to a spectacular landscape of cream-coloured cliffs intersected by steep-sided wooded valleys, or gills.

City of Sunderland Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

Hylton Castle

The distinctive and highly decorative gatehouse-tower of a castle built by the wealthy Sir William Hylton, shortly before 1400.

Originally containing four floors of self-contained family accommodation, its entrance front displays royal and family heraldry, including Richard II's white hart badge.

St Peter's Monastery

One of the UK's first stone-built churches, St. Peter’s, built on land given by King Ecgfrith to St. Benedict Biscop in 673 AD, is the earlier of the twin site (along with St Paul's Monastery, Jarrow.) to come to life.

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