‘Blackberry Week’, as it was traditionally known, is often seen by families as the last opportunity to get out and enjoy the joys of autumn before the onset of winter.
Keeping children entertained can be an expensive business which becomes even more costly when having to feed hungry mouths when out and about.
And with the onset of the dark nights and the summer sun - if there ever was any - becoming an ever distant memory, a soggy cheese sandwich in the cold, wind and rain isn’t quite so appealing.
But don’t worry, the Echo has done your research for you and identified eateries and food outlets in and around Sunderland where children can eat for free or no more than £1.
Check out the following fantastic family meal deals which may put a strain on your waistline but not on your wallet.

1. Fiume
Venue - Fiume, 16 Bonemill Lane, Fatfield, Washington. Deal - During half-term children can enjoy a three-course meal of a starter, main and dessert along with a children's drink for just £1. The offer is available if purchased alongside an adult main meal. The offer is available Monday to Friday from midday to 5pm. | National World. Photo: National World.

2. The Wolsey
Venue - The Wolsey, Millem Terrace, Roker, Sunderland, SR6 0ES. Deal - Children eat free with every adult main meal purchased. Photograph: Google Photo: Google

3. Pausa Cafe
Venue - Pausa Cafe, Timber Beach Road, Sunderland, SR5 3XG. Deal - One child gets a free mini meal deal with each adult spending £4 or more. Offer runs all day everyday. Photograph: Google Maps | Google Photo: Google Maps

4. The Wessington Brewers Fayre.
Venue - The Wessington, Wessington Way, Castletown, Sunderland SR5 3HR Deal - Adults can enjoy an unlimited full English breakfast for £10.99 and two kids under 16 can eat for free with each paying adult. During half-term, up to Friday November 1, a family of four can enjoy two adult main meals and two children's meals for just £20. For larger families, up to two extra children's meals can be added for £2.99. | Google Photo: Stu Norton