17 Sunderland and Seaham cafes to visit with safety measures in place

By Katy Wheeler

Published 2nd Jul 2020, 16:45 BST

Updated 15th Jul 2020, 15:42 BST

If you’re hankering for a good coffee, and a cake you haven’t had to make yourself, there’s plenty of Sunderland and Seaham cafes that have reopened for takeout or are reopening with social distancing measures in place.

Here’s a selection of some you can visit, in no particular order. To be added to the guide email [email protected].

1. Good Apple, Derwent Street

Good Apple has a new look inside and now seats one table of four and four tables of two, due to social distancing. It's table service only and contactless payment if possible. You can book ahead through social media and on TEL. 0191 564 1763. Walk ins also welcome. A great spot for vegan and veggie options. Photo: JPI Media

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2. Grinder, Durham Road, Thornhill

Grinder has a great social distancing policy in place and does a range of hot and cold coffees. You can also pick up home-made tray bakes and pink slices. Photo: JPI Media

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3. Love Lily, Pier Point, Roker

Love Lily has a lip-smackingly good takeaway menu of their popular pancakes, cakes, shakes and more. You can pay over the phone for contactless collection. Photo: JPI Media

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4. The Little Shop, High Street West

For some of the best doughnuts around, and great coffee from Holmeside Coffee, head to The Little Shop (opposite The Fire Station). You can also pick up craft beers and natural wines to go next door at Mexico 70. Photo: Submitted

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