There’s plenty of pastimes that were once part of the fabric of Sunderland life which you sadly can’t do anymore.
We’ve had a rifle through our archives to bring you some great memories from over the decades, from bagging a bargain at the Dewhirsts shop to being able to smell the hops at Vaux which filled the air on brewing days.
21. Eating mince and dumplings at Elizabeth's
This classic eatery was a much-loved relic of old Sunderland, which kept the city fed on home-cooked fare for decades, until it finally closed in 2017. In 2021, the building was taken over by the Betsy Jenny Counselling Cafe. Photo: AB
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