Here’s a round up of some sun traps in Sunderland city centre to visit, in no particular order – and there’ll be more to come soon when the new bars open in Keel Square after they were granted outdoor seating licences. The fit out has already started on The Botanist, which may be the first to open.
13. Victoria's Loft, Low Row
While downstairs of the Victoria Buildings in Low Row houses sports bar, Street Bar, upstairs has a completely different vibe as Victoria's Loft, named after the buildings themselves. Photo: Stu Norton
14. Gatsby, Park Lane
Another Park Lane institution, Gatsby also has two outdoor seating areas across its two levels. Photo: national world
15. Unique, Tunstall Road
For live music, karaoke and more head to Unique in Tunstall Road. Photo: national world
16. The Rabbit, High Street West
The Rabbit recently underwent major improvement works - and it also has a terrace upstairs that's always popular in warmer months. Photo: Stu Norton