Shopping in Sunderland

Find the latest offers from The Bridges Shopping Centre and independent businesses in and around Sunderland.

Check out the two new shops arriving at The Bridges

Two new shops have arrived at The Bridges - those needing help to indulge their spirit of adventure or anyone wanting to improve their skin can now find everything they need at the Sunderland shopping centre! The Bridges has welcomed two new stores in the last week....

Hairy Bikers’ Si King reveals all about his Soul Food & Music Festival

We can’t wait for the first ever Soul Food & Music Festival in Sunderland on 10th June! To find out more about this epic festival we sat down for an exclusive chat with festival organiser and Hairy Bikers star Si King! Find out all you need to know about the...

An inside look at the brand new shops opening at the Bridges

From comic merch and contemporary cosmetics, here are the new stores opening up in The Bridges this summer! Uplift Not only are the Bridges home to some of the biggest high street names and fabulous local businesses, but they’re also a key player in...

Everything you need to know about Sunderland’s Souled Out Festival

Apr 27, 2022 | Arts and Culture, Food and drink, Good vibes, Kids & Family, Living, Nightlife, Seasonal Stuff, Shopping, Things to do, Weekend Vibe, Wellbeing, What’s Happening

A top TV chef is highlighting his passion for music when he brings a festival of food and entertainment to Sunderland this summer. Here’s everything you need to know… Sunderland’s social programme continues to go from strength to strength, as...

New Sunderland businesses that have opened in 2022

Apr 12, 2022 | Business, Food and drink, Shopping, Things to do

Sunderland’s burgeoning business sector is still going strong in 2022! Here’s some of the best new Sunderland businesses that have opened in 2022… Rio Steakhouse Word on the street is that Rio Steakhouse, the region’s #1 rated restaurant with...

Be More Geek opens brand new store at the Bridges

Mar 22, 2022 | Business, Kids & Family, Shopping

Geektastic! A FAST-growing chain which caters for fans of movies, tv shows and anime is to open its fourth store at Sunderland’s the Bridges. Be More Geek – which offers a whole host of merchandise, collectables, costumes and homeware for super fans – is Sunderland...

Grade II Listed Stables at Sheepfolds to be transformed into lucrative £2m new venue!

Jan 20, 2022 | Archive, Arts and Culture, Business, Food and drink, Good vibes, Kids & Family, Living, Nightlife, Seasonal Stuff, Shopping, Things to do, Wellbeing, What’s Happening

A derelict Grade II listed building in Sunderland is to be transformed into a £2m spectacular leisure and events destination Here’s everything you need to know… Visionary plans submitted to transform Grade II Listed Stables at Sheepfolds into lucrative £2m new...

Everything You Need to Know as Sunderland’s Remembrance Day service Confirmed for 2021

Nov 3, 2021 | Arts and Culture, Business, Good vibes, Kids & Family, Living, Seasonal Stuff, Shopping, Things to do, Weekend Vibe, Wellbeing, What’s Happening

The Remembrance Parade and Service in Sunderland are set to make a welcome return to the city centre next month after going online last year due to the pandemic. Here are the all-important details of Sunderland's Remembrance Parade. Everything You Need to Know...

Sunderland’s Christmas Lights Celebration Is Back for 2021!

Oct 29, 2021 | Arts and Culture, Business, Fashion and Beauty, Food and drink, Good vibes, Kids & Family, Living, Nightlife, Seasonal Stuff, Shopping, Things to do, Weekend Vibe, Wellbeing, What’s Happening

Sunderland’s annual Christmas Lights celebration is back as fun-fair, rides and food stalls confirmed for 2021. Here’s everything you need to know… Sunderland’s Christmas Lights Celebration Is Back for 2021! TV legend and star of Sunderland...

Halloween Comes To Sunderland At The Bridges!

Oct 28, 2021 | Good vibes, Kids & Family, Seasonal Stuff, Shopping, Things to do, Weekend Vibe

BOO! Get ready for spooky shopping at Sunderland’s the Bridges this weekend – with a full programme of activities and entertainment to get everyone in the Halloween mood! Daring visitors can pop into the haunted grotto in the centre to take a petrifying...

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is Coming to Sunderland Empire!

Oct 28, 2021 | Arts and Culture, Business, Good vibes, Kids & Family, Living, Nightlife, Seasonal Stuff, Shopping, Things to do, Weekend Vibe, Wellbeing, What’s Happening

Disney’s beloved Olivier Award-winning stage musical Beauty and the Beast will be coming to Sunderland Empire next year! Here’s everything you need to know about this award-winning production and how to get tickets this Christmas… Disney’s Beauty and the Beast...

The Engine Room Is Now Open!

Oct 21, 2021 | Arts and Culture, Business, Fashion and Beauty, Food and drink, Good vibes, Kids & Family, Living, Nightlife, Seasonal Stuff, Shopping, Things to do, Weekend Vibe, Wellbeing, What’s Happening

It’s full steam ahead for the Engine Room! One of Sunderland’s premier bar and bistro restaurants has now reopened to the public as the new Fire Station Auditorium races towards its opening date. Here’s everything you need to know now that The Engine Room is now...