If you’re looking to buy some unique gifts this Christmas, here’s a guide to some of the treats on offer, from locally-brewed beers to Sunderland-themed crafts.
9. Buy from a local author
Why not give the gift of a Sunderland-themed page turner this Christmas? Glenda Young's popular saga series is deeply rooted in her home village of Ryhope.
Her latest release, A Mother's Christmas Wish, is released on November 24. The novel tells the story of wayward Emma Devaney who, following a scandalous affair, is sent in disgrace from her home in Ireland to Ryhope, to live with her widowed aunt, Bessie Brogan, and help run her pub. Photo: submitted
10. Sunderland Empire panto tickets
Aladdin will be flying into Sunderland Empire from December 9, 2022, to January 2, 2023. It stars former Hollyoaks and Footballer's Wives star Gary Lucy as panto baddie Abanazer. Gary has been in the city recently to meet his fellow cast members, including North East Queen of Comedy, Miss Rory, back for a third year running as the glamorous and razor sharp witty Widow Twankey. Miss Rory will be joined by her sidekick, South Shields comic Tom Whalley, who’s become a favourite slapstick panto jester at the venue. Photo: submitted