However, there’s still plenty of businesses you can use in Sunderland city centre, from those offering essential items and services to businesses which have adapted to offer take away. We’ve rounded up some of those still open for custom.
5. The Little Shop, High Street West
For an excellent range of craft ales, natural wines, artisan donuts and coffee head to The Little Shop, next door to Mexico 70. As well as being open for take out, you can order online for deliveries on Thursdays and Fridays at thelittleshop.uk. Click and collect is available too at thelittleshop.uk. Photo: JPI Media
6. Greggs, Blandford Street, Bridges and Fawcett Street
The two Greggs in The Bridges, as well as the branches in Fawcett Street and Blandford Street are open for business. Photo: JPI Media
7. Banks and building societies
Banks and Building Societies are classed as essential retailers so can remain open in line with Government guidance. Photo: JPI Media
8. The Dip Shop, Maritime Terrace
For proper home comfort food, head to The Dip Shop which offers a whole host of variety of the classic Sunderland dish. Photo: JPI Media