Enabling works forged ahead on the site earmarked for film and TV studios in Pallion in March. Although the future of the studios is still dependent on funding, works to prepare the land took place on the brownfield land to the east of Northern Spire. Diggers were on site as part of the initial works which need to take place to prepare the land for future investment. placeholder image
Enabling works forged ahead on the site earmarked for film and TV studios in Pallion in March. Although the future of the studios is still dependent on funding, works to prepare the land took place on the brownfield land to the east of Northern Spire. Diggers were on site as part of the initial works which need to take place to prepare the land for future investment. | Sunderland Echo

From major city additions to signs of spring: 18 pictures of life in Sunderland in March 2025

By Katy Wheeler

Lifestyle Editor

Published 31st Mar 2025, 12:55 GMT

From enabling works forging ahead on the game-changing Crown Works film studios to a wave of new openings and the first signs of spring, there was plenty happening in Sunderland in March 2025.

Here’s a round up of pictures of city life from this month.

The Keel Square Pavilion came into its own by launching its full programme of digital art. From digital people that mirror your movements to balls that bounce to the sound of your voice, there's a whole host of artworks on show.

5. Sign of the times

The Keel Square Pavilion came into its own by launching its full programme of digital art. From digital people that mirror your movements to balls that bounce to the sound of your voice, there's a whole host of artworks on show. | Sunderland Echo

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Whitburn Bowling Club tea ladies Marilyn Ganley and Brenda Harper getting prepared for the bowling season.

6. Getting ready for the season

Whitburn Bowling Club tea ladies Marilyn Ganley and Brenda Harper getting prepared for the bowling season. | Sunderland Echo

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Work neared completion on repairs to the roof and masonry of the original Grade II listed 1879 Museum & Winter Gardens. It forms part of wider improvement works at the city landmark.

7. Preserving the past

Work neared completion on repairs to the roof and masonry of the original Grade II listed 1879 Museum & Winter Gardens. It forms part of wider improvement works at the city landmark. | Sunderland Echo

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St Patrick's Day saw the opening of The Canny Lad on Green Terrace. With the same owners and staff as the former Fitzgerald's, it's given the site a makeover and brought a dedicated Irish bar back to the city centre.

8. A corner of the Emerald Isle on Green Terrace

St Patrick's Day saw the opening of The Canny Lad on Green Terrace. With the same owners and staff as the former Fitzgerald's, it's given the site a makeover and brought a dedicated Irish bar back to the city centre. | Sunderland Echo

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