Sunderland

Properties and events in Sunderland

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An Architectural Tour of Old Sunderland

Holy Trinity Church, Church Street East, Skelton on Ure, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 2BB
In person
Pre-booking required

Join Peter and Hillary Turton on a short walk around the East End of Sunderland and see the architectural gems still remaining in the area. These include the first purpose-built masonic lodge in the world, the original Trafalgar Square and buildings

Heritage and wellness walk

Kepier Hall, Church Street, Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, DH4 4DN
In person
Pre-booking not required

Heritage Wellness Walk – 16 Sept, 9:30am. Enjoy a gentle walk along the historic pilgrims’ Path of Knowledge. Starts at Kepier Hall, Church Street, Houghton-le-Spring (DH4 4DN). Fresh air, local history, and wellbeing combined.

MICC Chapel of Light (Former St Columba's Southwick)

M I C C Chapel of Light, Cornhill Road, Southwick, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR5 1RU
In person
Pre-booking not required

The famous James Eadie-Reid Paintings. Stained Glass by 4 major Sunderland-based Glass Artists. Capstone from St Columba's 6th-century cottage in Iona Organ donated by Gloucestershire Cathedral & furnished with parts from St Peter's

Phoenix Hall Queen Street East Sunderland

Queen Street East, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 2HT
In person
Pre-booking not required

Celebrating its 240th anniversary this year, Phoenix Hall is a Grade 1 listed building, it was built by the Phoenix Lodge in 1785 and is the only purpose Built Masonic Hall of its type. Built in the Paladian Style of Architecture.

Ryhope Engines Museum

Ryhope Pumping Station, The Waterworks, Ryhope, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR2 0ND
In person
Pre-booking not required

The Ryhope Engines Museum is based on the former Ryhope Pumping Station which provided water to Wearside for 100 years. This is a unique opportunity to see the wonderful Victorian beam engines working under steam power as they have since 1868.

St Michael and All Angels Church, Houghton le Spring

St Michael & All Angels Church, Church St, Houghton le Spring, Tyne & Wear, DH4 4DN
In person
Pre-booking not required

There has been a centre for worship on this site for thousands of years, Christian worship was first established with a stone building in the 9th Century. Guides and leaflets are available and we are part of the Northern Saints Heritage trail.

Stephenson Trail Guided Walk - Elemore to Hetton Lyons

Elemore Lane, Easington Lane, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, DH5 0QS
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Follow in the footsteps of George Stephenson as we explore the area in and around the historic Hetton Colliery Railway - the world's first purpose built for steam haulage!

Stockton Road United Reformed Church

Stockton Road United Reformed Church, Belvedere Road, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR2 7BT
In person
Pre-booking not required

Discover Stockton Road United Reformed Church, open to the public this Heritage Open Days festival.

Sunderland Minster

High Street West, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3ET
In person
Pre-booking not required

Beautiful city centre church with a long history and interesting architectural features and stained glass.

Talk: Sunderland's Architectural Treasures

Burdon Road, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 1PP
In person
Pre-booking preferred

A new talk exploring the best of Sunderland's historic buildings.

Volunteer History Tours

Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens, Burdon Road, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 1PP
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Join our volunteer guides for a free history highlights tour around the Museum galleries.

Washington 'F' Pit Museum

Washington 'F' Pit Museum, Albany Way, Washington, Tyne & Wear, NE37 1BN
In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit Washington 'F' Pit Museum to see the former engine house and winding gear that is a reminder of this area's unique mining history. A display on the planned new heritage visitor centre and play area will also be available to view.

Washington Old Hall - National Trust

Washington Old Hall, The Avenue, Washington Village, Sunderland, County Durham, NE38 7LE
In person
Pre-booking not required

Enjoy free entry to the manor house, gardens and nuttery, as well as live music throughout the day.