Sunderland
Properties and events in Sunderland
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"The Toffee Factory Girls" A Talk By Author Glenda Young
Join bestselling local author Glenda Young for an illustrated talk about her writing life from growing up in Ryhope to becoming a bestselling author, published by Headline.
Bishopwearmouth Walking Tour
An architectural walking tour of the Bishopwearmouth Townscape Heritage Scheme led by Sunderland City Council
Celebrate 50 years of Heritage
Come and visit the museum and help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the society that started the museum and 40 years as a registered charity
Digitising Slides
Bringing your 35mm slides into the digital realm. A collaboration between Seventeen Nineteen and Culture House Sunderland
Guided Building Tour: Seventeen Nineteen
Explore the hidden stories kept inside Sunderland's first parish church.
Holy Trinity Birthday Service
A special church service to celebrate the church's birthday.
National Glass Centre: Guided Tours and free craft activities to celebrate People's Art
Visit the National Glass Centre in Sunderland on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 for guided tours and craft activities to celebrate the history of glass making in Sunderland and People's Art.
Phoenix Hall Masonic Temple
Grade 1 listed - The Phoenix Hall built on Queen Street East in 1785 is the only example of its type, Purpose built by Phoenix Lodge no 94 who still meet in the building.
Roker Pier Tunnel and Lighthouse Presentation
A one hour slide show presentation and talk on the Iconic and Historic Roker Pier Tunnel and Lighthouse. Taking place at Adventure Sunderland building on Marine Walk, first come first served, maximum 30 people.
Ryhope Engines Museum
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.
Seventeen Nineteen: Open and Free Access
Holy Trinity, Sunderland's first parish church, is open to the public for viewing, self-guided tours and refreshments.
Songs from this City
A contemporary music performance inspired by the people and stories of Sunderland.
St Michael and All Angels Church, Houghton le Spring
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
A short walk from Elemore Country Park via ELCAP and on to Hetton Lyons, following in the footsteps of George Stephenson to learn more about the history, nature and wildlife of this area.
Stockton Road United Reformed Church
Discover Stockton Road United Reformed Church, open to the public this Heritage Open Days festival.
Sunderland Minster
Beautiful city centre church with a long history and interesting architectural features and stained glass.
The Church Mile: A walking tour of Sunderland
Explore the city of Sunderland through a history lens with our knowledgable volunteer guides Peter and Hillary.
The Old Rectory
The Old Rectory will be open to view with displays, tours and worksheets. Come along and see our historic council chamber or catch a tour and discover the details you may have missed.
The Old Rectory Heritage Walk
A guided walk through the beautiful, historical Houghton Le Spring, Follow the historic "Saints Trail" and view some key sites that make up Houghton's fascinating history.
Volunteer History Tours - Routes Through Time
Join our volunteer guides for a history highlights tour around the Museum, exploring the different journeys taken by Sunderland people and their ideas. To book please visit https://sunderlandculture.org.uk/events/heritage-open-days-guided-tours/