The Echo story moved on to Pennywell in 1976. There were plenty of memories in the 40 years we spent there.The Echo story moved on to Pennywell in 1976. There were plenty of memories in the 40 years we spent there.
The Echo story moved on to Pennywell in 1976. There were plenty of memories in the 40 years we spent there.

Nine pictures from the Sunderland Echo's years at Pennywell, including a visit from a future king

A home by the A19 and there's plenty of memories

By Chris Cordner
Published 22nd Dec 2023, 04:04 BST

A new era arrived for the Sunderland Echo when we moved to the huge Pennywell offices in 1976.

The building could be spotted from the A19 and thousands of people paid a visit - including the Toy Dolls, Prince Charles and camera crews.

It was our home for decades and we invite you to join us for a look inside once more.

It was our home for decades and we invite you to join us for a look inside once more.

Echo House, Pennywell in 2013. It was the home of the Sunderland Echo and head office for Northeast Press since 1976.

9. Our home for decades

Echo House, Pennywell in 2013. It was the home of the Sunderland Echo and head office for Northeast Press since 1976.

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The famous Echo Clock in 2015. It was being moved from the Sunderland Echo office at Pennywell to Beamish Museum.

10. Changing times

The famous Echo Clock in 2015. It was being moved from the Sunderland Echo office at Pennywell to Beamish Museum.

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The Echo Pennywell years started in 1976 and we hope they bring back memories for you.

11. Our Sunderland story

The Echo Pennywell years started in 1976 and we hope they bring back memories for you.

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