Hundreds attended this year’s Unity in the Community event as it celebrated all walks of life that make up Wearside.
The free event returned for its third year with a joyous jam-packed programme of music, family entertainment, food, voluntary and community stalls.
Hosted at Sunderland Minster, the event aims to strengthen community connections, celebrate local talent, and create opportunities for people from all backgrounds to come together in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
“We moved the event to August for our third year and the turnout has been amazing,” said Member of Unity in Sunderland Organising Committee and Canon Provost of Sunderland Minster, Revd Canon Clare MacLaren.
“We’re delighted people have responded so positively to the event. There are so many organisations doing brilliant work in Sunderland, enriching the community and people’s lives.
“We have a very diverse congregation and it’s lovely to see so many familiar faces as well as people who perhaps might not have visited the Minster before. Our church is at the heart of the city and holding an event like this, that’s at the heart of the community, is exactly what we’re about.”
9. A chain of prayer
Vistors were invited to contribute to a prayer chain to hang in the Minster. | Sunderland Echo
10. National Education Union
The union for school teachers, further education lecturers, education support staff and teaching assistants was on hand to tell people about the support they offer. | Sunderland Echo
11. Wear Recovery
Sunderland-based Wear Recovery were on hand to talk about the excellent support they offer for people struggling with addiction, as well as their friends and family. | Sunderland Echo
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12. A new chapter for the Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
Team members from Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens were on hand to talk about the major £13m redevelopment project, which will see the venue close at the end of August for two years as it embarks on a new chapter in its long history. | Sunderland Echo