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Here are nine gift ideas, perfect for the Mackem in your life.
1. Vaux memorabilia
The brewery is alas no more, but local vendors are selling Vaux memorabilia. This retro Vaux sign. £9.99 from is availible from the Sunderland Museum shop online at https://www.shoptwmuseums.co.uk/ Photo: TW
2. More Vaux memorabilia
The ALS shop beside the Stadium of Light, or at a-love-supreme.com is helping people know where your're from with these Mackem T-shirts for £12, or even more subtle Vaux shirts at £20. Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. Local art by local artists
There is some stunning work for sale in the Frederick Street Art Gallery in The Bridges, with a range of prices to suit all budgets. Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. Take someone to the footy on Boxing Day
Nothing says how much you care more than whisking that special someone off to see Sunderland play Bolton Wanderers. Be honest, there's not much else to do on Boxing Day. Concession tickets start at £10, up to £22 for adults. Photo: Sunderland Echo