If you're looking for some inspiration for a function, here's just some of the rooms available for hire in Sunderland, from historic pubs to those with seaviews. Many offer free hire, for others there's a charge, so check with the individual venue.
![Sunderland institution The Barnes has been a popular spot for functions for decades.](https://www.thestar.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/02/27/14/25/The%20Barnes%2C%20Barnes.jpg?crop=3:2&width=800)
17. The Barnes, Barnes
Sunderland institution The Barnes has been a popular spot for functions for decades. | Sunderland Echo
![Another Sunderland landmark pub well known for its functions is The Chesters.](https://www.thestar.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/02/27/15/27/The%20Chesters%2C%20Chester%20Road.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
18. The Chesters, Chester Road
Another Sunderland landmark pub well known for its functions is The Chesters. | Echo
![With plenty of free parking and a large function room, The Rosedene is an easy option for a function with lots of people.](https://www.thestar.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/02/27/15/16/The%20Rosedene%2C%20Queen%20Alexandra%20Road.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
19. The Rosedene, Queen Alexandra Road
With plenty of free parking and a large function room, The Rosedene is an easy option for a function with lots of people. | submitted