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05/09/2024

The BIG Sunderland Wedding Show 💒

The best in local bridal creativity en masse at Sunderland’s City Hall taking place this month.

A wedding party takeover and you are all invited
The wedding show you newly engaged lot really do not want to miss 🫶🏼

📍City Hall, Plater Way, Sunderland
⏰ Sunday 22 September 12-3pm

What’s on 👇🏻
+Full Designer Catwalk
+ 50 plus amazing wedding creatives from the finest venues to the most stunning florals and cakes
+ Take a tour of the incredible ceremony spaces at City Hall including The Mayor’s Parlour
+ Food, refreshments available all day
+ Massive competitions and on the day goodies about to be released
+ Copy of the new Bridal Style Mag Belle Bridal for all attendees 💕

Get your tickets 👉🏼 https://orlo.uk/lLDcz

04/09/2024

Whether you’re brunchin’, lunchin’ or out for dinner & drinks, Sunderland Restaurant Week has you covered!

Support your favourite local businesses, check out some newcomers, and tuck into delicious meals, all for just £10, £15 or £20... Get your vouchers now 👉 https://orlo.uk/SUTUX
Brought to you in partnership with Tyne & Wear Metro.

03/09/2024

Join the launch of a first-of-it's-kind framework to help make the North East a globally recognised regenerative destination.

More and more travellers are seeking more sustainable options when travelling, so join us to uncover what the next steps are for your business' regenerative journey and help us leave a positive impact on our place, our people and our planet.

📍Newcastle Cathedral, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
📆 09/09/24 from 5pm

https://orlo.uk/AHh63

02/09/2024

Opening today at Washington F Pit 'Coal Face: Washington' is an exhibition of photography and poetry exploring what it means to have Washington mining heritage. If you're interested in Sunderland's mining heritage this is not to be missed 👉 https://orlo.uk/dxhGe

02/09/2024

Looking for a great walk in and around Sunderland that takes in fabulous views, visitor attractions, wildlife and culture? Take advantage of the late summer sunshine and check out our Top 10 favorites 🚶‍♀️ 🚶🏻 👉 https://orlo.uk/3U3Ox

02/09/2024

Entries are open now for the Destination North East England Tourism Awards - the ultimate celebration of the region's best places to visit, stay, eat, drink and experience.

With categories ranging from Pub of the Year and Accessibility and Inclusion to accolades for the best attractions, dining spots, hotels and B&Bs in the area, winners from the regional awards get the chance to compete on a national stage at the annual VisitEngland awards too.
Entries close Monday 16th September 5pm, so be quick and get your entries in!

https://orlo.uk/lepwX

30/08/2024

Did you know that Sunderland has 42 formal parks and country parks, totalling 820 hectares? With such amazing green spaces on your doorstep why not get out there and enjoy a late summer stroll 👉 https://orlo.uk/E7XO0

29/08/2024

What’s better than great food? Enjoying it with friends!

Support your favourite local businesses during Sunderland Restaurant Week, check out some newcomers, and tuck into delicious meals, all for just £10, £15 or £20... Get your vouchers now 👉 https://orlo.uk/FzpD3
Brought to you in partnership with Tyne & Wear Metro.

29/08/2024

Is your business geared up to tackle the challenges and the opportunities that come from a more climate considerate, socially conscious and impact aware market?

Destination North East England have created a first-of-it's-kind, framework to help businesses in hospitality and tourism make the North East a globally recognised sustainable, regenerative and inclusive destination.

Join us at the official launch and register for your free place now.
📍Newcastle Cathedral
📆 09/09/24 from 5pm

https://orlo.uk/MSFj6

29/08/2024

Are you interested in Washington's mining heritage? Did you know that the development of Washington New Town brought together a collection of 18 colliery villages into an urban conurbation and that there are many people with mining heritage in the area. Running from 2 - 30 September, 'Coal Face: Washington' explores the experience of 15 such people with close connections to local miners 👉 https://orlo.uk/aI9fM

28/08/2024

Calling all artists and creative folks! Nominations have opened for the 2024 North East Culture Awards as the event returns to celebrate the best of the region’s artistic community. The Awards will be returning to The Fire Station in Sunderland on the evening of November 28, 2024 👉https://orlo.uk/5N7wb

27/08/2024

Kids Go Free on the Bus: Summer Edition!

From 20 July to 1 September 2024, you and your family can have a bus-tastic escapade around the North East while travelling by bus. Here's to a summer of family adventures on the bus! Terms and conditions apply. Please visit https://orlo.uk/nX0s1 for more.

27/08/2024

What a brilliant weekend for Elemore Family Music Festival!

We were delighted to see so many families come together to enjoy the live music, fun activities. The sun even made an appearance too!

Thanks to everyone who came along to enjoy. We can't wait for next year already ☀️ 🎤

27/08/2024

Make the most of the last week before starting a new school term with plenty of free & low-cost activities for you to enjoy with family and friends! Plan ahead so you can get involved and keep your youngsters busy! 👉 https://orlo.uk/Hvj6p

26/08/2024

Did you know that in less than a lifetime, Rainton Meadows has been transformed from the site of an industrial coal mine into one of the most significant areas for wildlife in Sunderland 🐎 . Why not take the kids for a summer stroll and look for tadpoles
in the shallow edges of the pond waters 👉 https://orlo.uk/k2Rn1

25/08/2024

Join us for the first Urban Fest happening at Sunniside Gardens on 7 & 8 September!

Get ready for Skateboard & BMX performances, street art workshops, live DJ, street food, pop-up skate park, hair-braiding, street dance battles and more!

Find out more 👉 https://orlo.uk/JZ4HK
Part-funded by the UK Government via the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

24/08/2024

We’re up and running at Elemore Family Music Festival and the sun is shining! Come and join us until 5pm at Elemore Country Park for a FREE day of live music and family fun!

24/08/2024

It's summer and a great time to get out and about! If you're looking for a great walk in and around Sunderland that takes in fabulous views, visitor attractions, wildlife and culture check out our Top 10 walks 👉 https://orlo.uk/LwQZc

23/08/2024

Love Sunderland? Love Food? Excellent news: Sunderland Restaurant Week is BACK from 14-22 September!

Support your favourite local businesses, check out some newcomers, and tuck into delicious meals, all for just £10, £15 or £20... Get your vouchers now 👉 https://orlo.uk/SqzzN
Brought to you in partnership with Tyne & Wear Metro.

23/08/2024

Join us at Elemore Country Park tomorrow for a free day of music and family fun! Bring your picnic blanket and chairs with family and friends for a day filled with entertainment and activities. ☀️ 🤩

Enjoy performances from The Lake Poets, This Little Bird and King Ink Spoken Word!

View the full programme 👉 https://orlo.uk/fPnUM

Elemore Country Park Address: Elemore Lane, Houghton le Spring, DH5 0QS

22/08/2024

This Saturday 📆 & every fourth Saturday of the month in 2024!!

Local Heroes NE will be a regular monthly fixture in Sunniside from now on. Thank you to everyone who supported them throughout 2023.
Local heroes will post the trader list a week ahead so you've plenty of time to see who's coming 👇

🥘 Sunniside Food Market
⏰️10am til 4pm
📍Sunniside Gardens, Sunderland

More info 👇
https://orlo.uk/3Wii1

🌍

22/08/2024

Meet our lovely Registrar team 🥰

Registrars play a key role in the huge milestones in our lives 👶🏼 🪶 💒

From registering a child’s birth, being part of a couples wedding ceremony and supporting families when registering a death, bringing much needed comfort.

Change in life events support and guidance of what you need to do is available here 👇🏼
https://orlo.uk/1HzMJ

22/08/2024

🏈 The countdown is on!

It’s just one year to go until the Women's Rugby World Cup 2025 kicks off, with Sunderland's iconic Stadium of Light hosting the opening match featuring England’s red roses! 🌹

Excitement is sweeping across the host nation in anticipation of what will be the biggest and most accessible celebration of women's rugby ever. Be part of this historic event and witness the power and passion of women's rugby.

For more details and information on ticket presale 👉https://orlo.uk/MXt5i

21/08/2024

Did you know that nominations have opened for the 2024 North East Culture Awards as the event returns to celebrate the best of the region’s artistic community. The Awards will be returning to The Fire Station in Sunderland on the evening of November 28, 2024. Get your applications in now! 👉https://orlo.uk/nrR3g

20/08/2024

Join us at Elemore Park this Saturday 24 August for a free day of music and family fun! Bring your picnic blanket and chairs with family and friends for a day filled with entertainment and activities. ☀️ 🤩

Enjoy performances from The Lake Poets, This Little Bird and King Ink Spoken Word!

View the full programme 👉 https://orlo.uk/rZ75z

19/08/2024

If you're looking for a fabulous family friendly day out in Sunderland WWT Washington is a wildlife haven for rare species where you can get up close to a variety of cute and friendly creatures 🦩 🦦 👉 https://orlo.uk/NjJ2r

19/08/2024

Restaurant week is set to return to Sunderland next month with the chance for food lovers to bag a £300 prize and a travel voucher.

The twice-yearly event will take place from 14 - 22 September, with eating spots across the city offering a wide range of discounts. 🍴

Read all about it 👉 https://orlo.uk/gy8Pe

19/08/2024

There's something for everyone throughout the school holidays with lots of free & low-cost activities for you to enjoy with family and friends! Plan ahead this week so you can make the most of what's happening in Sunderland and keep your youngsters busy! https://orlo.uk/SO2F6

18/08/2024

🎤 Laura's dedication and voice are making heard! Through her advocacy and passion, she's amplifying the voices of Sunderland’s budding musicians.

Join us in celebrating the amazing people who make our city so special. https://orlo.uk/yRtaN

18/08/2024

Join us for the first Urban Fest happening at Sunniside Gardens on 7 & 8 September!

Get ready for Skateboard & BMX performances, street art workshops, live DJ, street food, pop-up skate park, hair-braiding, street dance battles and more!

Find out more 👉 https://orlo.uk/hCB93
Part-funded by the UK Government via the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

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National Mackem Day

Good craic, a pink slice and all things nice... That's what Mackems are made of! Today we’re celebrating all things #Sunderland - from our rich history & stunning coastline to our git canny, warm & welcoming community. Born here or drawn here, Happy National #MackemDay ❤️ 🤍

Thompson Park

It's been a whole year since our interactive football wall was installed at Thompson Park! The wall has quickly become one of the most popular interactive football walls in the country, bring your kids down to join the fun and keep moving this summer! Whether they're aiming for their first goal or mastering new tricks, our interactive football wall has something for everyone. 🏆⚽️ https://orlo.uk/Rzwdq

Best-known for being part of The Futureheads, one of Sunderland’s most successful bands, Ross Millard is well embedded in the city’s music scene.

Best-known for being part of The Futureheads, one of Sunderland’s most successful bands, Ross Millard is well embedded in the city’s music scene. Hear what he had to say about the #CityOfSurprises ✨ https://orlo.uk/ZOYr6

Make Music Day

Get ready to sing & dance into summer as we celebrate Make Music Day! 🎵 🎸 21 June will see Sunderland burst into song as our local musicians take to the busking spots around the city centre, and independent venues host various performers into the evening. 👉 https://orlo.uk/MI7zZ

"I have performed here previously with other shows but it's been wonderful to be back in this amazing show at this fantastic venue," said Adam.

Sunderland-born musical theatre star Adam Strong is currently starring as Jafar in Disney’s touring production of Aladdin. He recently got the chance to spend some time in his home city, when the show stopped off at the Sunderland Empire! Hear what he had to say about the #CityOfSurprises ✨ https://orlo.uk/D9UNo

Sunderland parish priest, Fr Marc Lyden-Smith, who featured in Netflix's Sunderland 'Til I Die, believes Sunderland is a place of huge historical significance with many heritage sites to visit.

Meet Sunderland parish priest, Father Marc Lyden-Smith, who starred in Netflix’s Sunderland ’Til I Die, and hear what he had to say about the #CityOfSurprises ✨ https://orlo.uk/S8zIT

Best known as 'the taxi driver' from Sunderland 'Til I Die, Peter Farrer is Sunderland born and bred.

Peter Farrer, the iconic taxi driver from Sunderland ‘Til I Die, steps out of his cab and straight onto the stunning shores of Roker and Seaburn beach. Hear what he had to say about the #CityOfSurprises ✨ https://orlo.uk/wJFTI

Recruitment Fair

Have you signed up to our recruitment fair happening on Thursday this week? There's still time. If you're looking for a new job, career change or experience 👇🏼 Sunderland City Council has a number of vacancies available within a wide range of sectors, which include entry level and degree apprenticeships 👷🏼‍♂️ 👩🏽‍🎓 Kick start your career by attending a recruitment fair at City Hall hosted by Sunderland City Council. Why attend? - The Jobs Fair is free to attend for all job seekers, residents, and students. - Discover and apply for a wide range of jobs at all levels in a variety of sectors that you may not have considered. - More than just jobs at the event, find out about current exciting apprenticeship roles, how to apply for work experience/placements and training courses. - Meet and speak to recruiting managers from the Council face to face rather than online to understand in detail about a particular apprenticeship or vacancy, ask questions and find out what managers are looking for. - Speak face-to-face with local employers at this one-day event, which will include Gentoo, AK teaching, Sunderland Software City, Sunderland College and the University of Sunderland. -Find out about partner vacancies with Together For Children and Sunderland Care And Support. Register here 👇🏼 https://orlo.uk/BoA04 #Careers #jobsfair #jobseekers #recruitmentfair #sunderland #CityHall

Riverside Room in City Hall

Say "I do" in City Hall Looking for a venue for your special day? 💑🏼 💒 The Riverside Room is perfect to welcome you, your partner and up to 40 guests (including children) 💐 🫶🏼 Located in the heart of Sunderland city centre, this award-winning building has a variety of different spaces to cater for ceremonies of all sizes and budgets. City Hall offers everything you need for your special day View the brochure, spaces or enquire about dates 👇🏼 https://orlo.uk/IFeKr

Walks in Sunderland

New Year, new adventures! Start the year off right with some fantastic places to explore in Sunderland. Check out our top ten recommendations and enjoy some fresh air with your nearest and dearest!🚶‍♂️🌳 https://orlo.uk/NfQyf

Seeking a break from festive treats? It might be time to get out of the house and enjoy some of the fantastic green spaces Sunderland has to offer. 🌳 https://orlo.uk/ls33Q

Places to visit

There’s so much to see and enjoy in Sunderland! If you’re looking for some great trips out over this festive season, then check out our favourites! 👉 https://orlo.uk/1lz3y

A Town Called Christmas!

🎄✨ This winter, join Arts Centre Washington for a magical journey to A Town Called Christmas! Gather the family for a festive adventure filled with magic, music, and mayhem… Clementine dreams of a place where gingerbread houses once gleamed, but now she finds herself in a crumbling town where only long-forgotten fables, a cantankerous caretaker, and a glitching robot remain. Can they save the day and revive the spirit of the town called Christmas? 🌟 5th – 10th December 2023 🎭 Book now: https://orlo.uk/yyegK

Transatlantic Blondie

🎤🎸 Get ready to rock the night away with 'Transatlantic Blondie' presented by The Transatlantic Ensemble at The Auditorium, The Fire Station 📆 This Saturday, 02/12/23, at 19:30 for a special, one-off performance that promises to be an unforgettable musical journey. After a super-fun, sell-out show last year, The Fire Station favorites, Transatlantic Ensemble, are back with their Blondie extravaganza. Experience the magic as they recreate all the classic hits of Blondie, delivering hit after hit with their outstanding musical and vocal excellence. 🚪 Doors open at 19:30, so be sure to secure your spot for a night filled with nostalgia and musical brilliance. To ensure everyone can enjoy the show, check out the Accessibility Information page for details on wheelchair spaces and how to claim a free carer's ticket. Book your tickets now and get ready to dance the night away to the timeless tunes of Blondie! 🎶💫 More info 👇 https://orlo.uk/RLfJY #TransatlanticBlondie #LiveMusic #BlondieHits #TheFireStation

A Town Called Christmas!

Stocking Trail

🌟 Christmas Stocking Trail - fun for the whole family! Explore our city, discover hidden treasures, and embrace the festive spirit. Get your stockings ready and let the journey begin! 📅 Date: 16 November – 7 January Gather your loved ones and enjoy the holiday magic 🎅❄️ https://orlo.uk/USUSO

FOL

Edit: Tickets are now all sold out for the final Festival of Light dates this weekend. ⏰ Last chance to secure your Festival of Light tickets! ✨ We have reached the final days for you to experience Festival of Light, but it's not too late to book your tickets! Don't miss out on the festivities and come along today, tomorrow or Saturday to enjoy this year's sparkling light installations. 👉 https://orlo.uk/VjwJ5

Festive Market

🎄🌟 Taste the magic of the season at the Festive Continental Market! 🍔 From scrumptious seasonal treats to unique holiday gifts, this market has it all. Join us to explore the festive flavours and find the perfect presents for your loved ones. 📅 Date: 16,17,19 November 📍 Location: High Street West 👉 https://orlo.uk/EoRbc

Christmas Lights

The annual Light Switch On will take place on November 16, with special guests flicking the switch to illuminate the heart of Sunderland. 🎄 Come on down from 5pm and look out for some magical characters in the crowd to snap a festive photograph and an extra-special performance from Anna and Elsa from Frozen! 🌟 https://orlo.uk/8sleJ

Festival of Light

If you're looking to enjoy a family outing this weekend to round off your half term break, ✨Festival of Light✨ is taking place in our city centre! If you haven't got them already, book your tickets and head along to Mowbray Park this weekend to enjoy our sparkling new light installations and a range of entertainment. 👉 https://orlo.uk/ndww2

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