Journal
Guides, inspiration, and local knowledge for anyone visiting Sunderland and the North East.
A practical guide for NHS staff, locums, agency workers and families visiting loved ones
Looking for a comfortable place to stay near Sunderland Royal Hospital? Find out about the walk, local transport, free parking and the benefits of having a whole house to return to.
Why a self-catering short let is the smarter choice for students, families and visiting groups
The University of Sunderland City Campus is a 5-minute walk from our front door. Here is why that matters — and why a spacious short let beats student halls or hotels for many visitors.
How one of the North East's proudest cities is writing its most exciting chapter yet
From its shipbuilding heritage to a stunning new cultural quarter, Sunderland is undergoing a transformation that is turning heads across the UK.
Culture, coastline, football, and food — your essential guide to making the most of a stay
From the clifftop airshow to the Victorian pier and the best fish and chips on the coast, here is your go-to guide to Sunderland.
When you're working away from home for weeks at a time, the space and comfort of a self-catering property changes everything
More and more contractors working in Sunderland and the wider North East are choosing luxury short lets over budget hotels — and the reasons are compelling.
One of England's most dramatic and overlooked stretches of coastline is right on Sunderland's doorstep
Towering limestone cliffs, hidden coves, and a coastline that was once heavily scarred by industry and is now one of England's great conservation success stories.
A two-day itinerary that takes in the best the city and coast have to offer
Two days, one great city, and more to see than you expected. Here is how to make the most of a weekend stay in Sunderland.
A practical, honest guide to choosing the right accommodation for your trip
Hotels offer convenience; short lets offer comfort, space, and often better value. Here is how to decide what works best for your trip.