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What to do and see in Sunderland, England: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
Sunderland (/ˈsʌndərlənd/ ( listen), locally /ˈsʊndlənd/) is a city at the centre of the City of Sunderland metropolitan borough, in Tyne and Wear, North East England, 10 miles southeast of Newcastle upon Tyne, 12 miles northeast of Durham, 101 miles southeast of Edinburgh, 104 miles north of Manchester and 240 miles north of London. It is a coastal city at the mouth of the River Wear with beaches at Roker, Seaburn (the far northern tip of Seaburn Beach is known as Whitburn Beach) and Hendon.
Restaurants in Sunderland
1. The Wolsey
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
2. Rosebud Ceramics
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5.0 based on 41 reviews
Pottery painting studio based in Seaham, offering pottery painting parties, 3d castings, commissions and fingerprint/handprint fine silver jewellery.No booking required for groups of six or less. This is a great place to meet friends and enjoy a creative activity together. Prices start from £1.50 and all pieces are professionally glazed and fired and ready for collection within for days.
Reviewed By NB180708 - Sunderland, United Kingdom
Had a lovely relaxing afternoon at the studio in August with my 6 year old and newborn son. We enjoyed it so much we’ve now done a couple of the takeaway kits at home too which we love doing. Something a bit different for us to do together with the added bonus of having a keepsake at the end of it. Really good value when visiting the studio or when completing at home and the kits include everything you’d need. Highly recommended ????
3. The Royalty Theatre
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
One of the Northeast's oldest amateur theatres, producing at least seven in-house plays per season in our two theatre spaces. Facilities include a fully-licensed bar and wheelchair access to both performance spaces. Our theatre is available to hire for both shows and private functions.
Reviewed By lindabV2445LG - Sunderland, United Kingdom
Don't miss the panto here its brilliant its the start of Christmas love it here seen some fantastic shows here very talented actors great place and drinks not to bad priced an a warm welcome for all
4. Laser Quest Sunderland
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5.0 based on 158 reviews
The ultimate quasar laser quest adventure game for all ages in the North East of England! Dodge laser fire and stalk opponents in the battle zone of the 21st century. This is no video game this is for real!You score points when you zap your opponents, but lose points when they zap you. Up to 22 players can compete in 20 minute game sessions. Check out our Facebook page for special deals.
Reviewed By NicSteLog - South Shields, United Kingdom
Excellent Quaser Party for Sons 13th birthday, Paige and Nicola were so helpful, patient and caring towards all the children, many with additional needs. Nothing was too much trouble and the whole party was amazing, us parents even joined in, great fun. Would highly recommend to anyone of any age. We can't wait to return.
5. Clue HQ Sunderland
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5.0 based on 262 reviews
Live escape game in Sunderland
Reviewed By VickiW30 - Durham, United Kingdom
Took the husband and two 10/11 year olds for our first escape room. Had absolutely no idea what to expect but I throughly enjoyed it. We did Bunker 38 room and we escaped with 32 seconds to go (in reality, I think the lovely nicola who was our host somehow managed to make time freeze, wink wink, just so the girls thought they’d escaped - although we were only about a minute off). The set up was really good - started with a short briefing session. We were given a walkie talkie to contact nicola if and when we got stuck (quite often). She was great and gave us gentle nudges in the right direction. Altogether a great afternoon out, would definitely return and try one of the other rooms!
6. The Strategy
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5.0 based on 59 reviews
Live escape game venue in Sunderland, UK. Come and join us to take part in one of our live escape rooms. Anyone from the age of 8 years and above is welcome to take part. Anyone under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Reviewed By ConcreteAngel1231 - Washington, United Kingdom
We have done two of the three rooms as a family of 4. The Vault and Alice in Wonderland were really well thought out and lots of fun. Staff were pleasant and explained things well. Not in a highly accessible area especially for those not familiar with the area but please, please, please do not let this put you off. It really deserves to be more well known about because it is one of the best we've end. Alice in Wonderland is one of my favourite childhood books so this room in particular was wonderful!
7. Stadium Of Light
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4.5 based on 831 reviews
Reviewed By garyr593 - Sunderland, United Kingdom
Great day out, we're in the Premier concourse, £40 a ticket, programme and food, well worth it, great win, fantastic atmosphere with all the fans, great to be at home in grass roots football, just do it.
8. National Glass Centre
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4.5 based on 951 reviews
Based in a unique, contemporary glass and steel building, the National Glass Centre houses exhibition galleries, artists' studios and production facilities, a craft & design shop and an award winning café/restaurant. National Glass Centre is part of the University of Sunderland. We deliver a programme of changing exhibitions, education programmes and events for schools, families, adults and children. We are dedicated to exploring ideas through glass and providing opportunities for people to be creative, enjoy themselves and feel inspired.
Reviewed By marywR2211YE - Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Interesting history of glass and fascinating exhibition in gallery. We were staying in Newcastle and travelled by metro to Sunderland. When walking back to Metro station we passed St Peter's church which is Saxon. We went in and were treated to a guided tour. Fascinating. We then walked past The Museum and decided to call in. Found it was a football museum. Again were treated to a guided tour. It is well worth a visit.
9. Karting North East
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4.5 based on 315 reviews
KNE has been providing activity experiences and corporate entertainment for many years and can boast a highly experienced and dedicated team. With one of the largest outdoor karting circuits in the UK, RX Buggy Racing, Paintball and Archery & Tomahawk throwing it's plain to see why we're the UK's biggest and best award winning adrenaline activity experience.
Reviewed By kl100
2nd time with our 8 year old and very highly recommended. Its great for families, and groups of adults alike, the facilities, equipment and instructors are great and the track is huge. My family love it.
10. The Ship Isis
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4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By beccaflasby
Always a great selection of beers, one of the best in Sunderland for craft selection. It was our first time having the pizzas and they were amazing!
