Sunderland: City of Possibilities
From a buzzing art scene to smart investment opportunities, there's a whole lot to love in our vibrant, ambitious, forward-facing city by the sea. Come on in and see why it's just the place for your passions and ambitions.

City of Experiences
Bursting with culture and a warm welcome for everyone. A city with a year-round calendar of events, from artisan makers' markets to a stunning Festival of Light, all nestled between rolling countryside and long, sandy beaches.

City of Ambition
Discover a wealth of business investment opportunities in a world-leading Smart City with thrilling plans for the future, that include a £450m film studio complex to capitalise on our creativity and technological innovation.

City of Fine Flavours
From a divine pre-theatre dinner to a STACK of tasty street food choices, our characterful cafés, restaurants and bars will brew, sizzle and drizzle their way to your heart. Tempting tacos, beachside brunches and quirky local specialities are all here waiting to tantalise your taste buds. No wonder we've been rated Best UK City for Independent Restaurants by comparison platform Bionic.

City of Prospects
Over 16,000 students are gaining a world-class education at the University of Sunderland and Sunderland College, set to be joined by our Housing Innovation and Construction Skills Academy. And exciting careers are right here too, with 91 international businesses and the UK's biggest centre for automotive, aerospace and turbo technology manufacturing and electric vehicle research.