‘All profits are invested back into our Community Interest Company.’

A not-for-profit Sunderland garden centre which gives opportunities to adults with disabilities has opened its Christmas shop.

Bishopwearmouth Garden Centre, based beside the Chester Road entrance to Bishopwearmouth Cemetery is now taking orders for Christmas items.

The team has been working on seasonal displays and orders can now be placed on items including Christmas wreaths and a selection of decorations, gifts, artificial trees, indoor outdoor lights, bird care, seasonal outdoor plants and more.

The garden centre team said: “All profits are invested back into our Community Interest Company which enables us to employ adults with disabilities. Thank you for your support.”

There is plenty of parking on site and as well as a tea room, although the tea room will be closed on Thursday, October 22 for maintenance.

There is also a half price plant sale at the moment.

Opening times are: Monday to Saturday from 9am to 4.30pm, Sunday 10am to 4pm.