Apprentices galore in this Echo archive look at generations of workers learning their trade.Apprentices galore in this Echo archive look at generations of workers learning their trade.
Apprentices galore in this Echo archive look at generations of workers learning their trade.

Sunderland scenes to get you inspired as The Apprentice returns to TV

Chefs, hairdressers, builders - a tribute to Wearside's own apprentices

We are counting down to the return of the much-loved TV show The Apprentice.

The hit series will be back for season 18 and while you're waiting to watch every moment, why not join us in a tribute to some of Sunderland's own apprentices.

We have 11 Echo archive photos of Wearside people learning their trade from hairdressing to top cuisine.

And look out for a retro scene featuring Sunderland's very own Apprentice star - and Echo columnist - Katie-Bulmer Cooke.

We have 11 Echo archive photos of Wearside people learning their trade from hairdressing to top cuisine.

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